The Rise and Fall of Britains Tallest Tower

When the Blackpool tower opened in 1894, it was the tallest building in Britain—but not for long. Soon a rival resort just 25 miles away decided to go even bigger. The New Brighton Tower was a full 15m taller and instantly put the town on the map. With a theatre, ballroom, and vast pleasure grounds to enjoy, millions of day trippers came and the town's future looked bright. But a series of unfortunate events eventually led to the tower closing—a symbol of seaside holidays for so many that its owners just couldn't handle. So let's look at the history of the New Brighton Tower: its origins, its construction, its operation, and what eventually happened to Britain's tallest tower.



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