Twentieth Century Seaside Architecture

Based on Kathryn’s new book of the same title, this talk explores how seaside buildings changed between 1920 and 2000. Though this period covers both the heyday and the dramatic decline in popularity of the British seaside holiday Kathryn will show that new attractions were created throughout the century to try and meet shifting expectations. The talk includes everything from hotels, lidos and entertainment pavilions to beach huts, amusement arcades and leisure centres.’Dr Kathryn Ferry is an architectural historian based in West Sussex. She has published on numerous seaside subjects and is a founder member of the Seaside Heritage Network. She has spoken at the West Pier Centre on previous occasions and regularly contributes to TV, radio and podcasts.