An artist’s impression of a new viewing platform for the end of Aberystwyth’s pier has been released by architects.

Architectural designers and planning consultants, Hughes Architects of Aberystwyth, have drawn up plans for a new platform at the end of the Royal Pier as part of the latest investment to regenerate and reinvigorate the Grade II listed pier by owners Revegate Aberystwyth Ltd.

Ceredigion County Council has also approved the latest planning application that includes the creation of an indoor play area.

Last year approval was given for a new gateway to the pier that included a new frontage with updated signage and façade, returning the pier’s entrance to its original Victorian look.

“Aberystwyth has become famous for the starling murmurations that take place around and over the pier during the winter months and the owners wanted to provide a dedicated area where the public can come and view these amazing sights,” said Doug Hughes, principal architect and managing director at Hughes Architects.

“We’ve incorporated the platform into the latest investment that also includes an indoor play area.”

He added: “The Royal Pier’s owners are renovating and regenerating the pier as part of a long-term plan to increase visitors to it and the town.

“This is the latest part of the project and our work is to ensure the pier is returned to its original Victorian look and feel, while bringing new and modern facilities to it."

The latest work at the pier will see the installation of new glazed screens and doors, the removal of existing internal walls, replaced with glazed screens, and the removal of a small area of floor structure.

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