Which British seaside pier deserves the crown for a proper day by the coast?

Neon arcades, dodgems and doughnuts galore, all soundtracked by seagulls plotting to nick your lunch. It's chaotic in the best way possible.

The oldest of Blackpool's three piers, with deckchairs, a Victorian theatre and views of the Tower. Proper northern seaside energy.

Home to eccentric handmade arcade machines and some of the best fish and chips on the east coast. Delightfully weird in the best way.

A Grade II-listed beauty stretching out into the bay with pastel kiosks and traditional Punch and Judy shows. Postcard-perfect stuff.

Once called 'the most beautiful pier in England', this Somerset stunner is all wrought iron and dramatic sunsets. Pure romance.