Weymouth: the architecture tour – eye-traveller
Mar 9, 2023 · Weymouth’s long arc of seafront terraces are among the country’s finest: a mix of Georgian and Regency, mostly built between 1770 and 1850-ish, and big on bow-fronted bay windows, pillared porticos and neo-classicisms.
Weymouth's Seafront Strategy - Weymouth Town Council
Welcome to the dedicated web page for Weymouth’s Seafront Strategy. The strategy focuses on the beautiful 3-kilometre stretch of coastline including the beach and promenade close to...
Weymouth's Seaside Heritage - Historic England
Sep 15, 2008 · This book describes the colourful story of Weymouth's seaside history and the buildings and open spaces that survive to tell this story. It also demonstrates how the historic environment can play an important part in the future development of the town.
Weymouth, United Kingdom skyline: the 39 most iconic buildings …
Whether you're wandering through the lush Greenhill Gardens or taking in the sights from the Tudor House Museum, there's no shortage of places to soak in the beauty of this seaside gem. So grab your camera and get ready to discover the best views and iconic buildings that make Weymouth a must-visit destination.
King's Statue - Wikipedia
King's Statue is a tribute statue to King George III in Weymouth, Dorset, England. It was installed in 1809, the year which marked the Golden Jubilee of King George III . The buildings on the seafront are mostly of Georgian architecture dating from the period he was in power.
Weymouth seafront – What is, was, and what could have been
Apr 26, 2021 · Plans from the 1950s and 60s show proposals for a tourist information centre on the promenade, a futuristic looking refreshment kiosk, shelter, and deck chair store, as well as a more contemporary...
Historic port and seaside resort - Dorset Life
A seagull surveys Weymouth’s elegant Georgian seafront buildings from his perch atop the statue of King George III. The statue was first painted in heraldic colours in 1949 and the traffic island surrounding it dates from the mid-1950s.
The William Henry - J D Wetherspoon
Many of Weymouth’s elegant, new, seafront buildings were designed by James Hamilton, who lived in Frederick place. Hamilton is probably best known for the huge plinth, on the esplanade, designed for the life-size statue of King George.
Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset | Educational Images - Historic …
A view north along the Esplanade at Weymouth. The Georgian and Regency buildings along the seafront reflect Weymouth's popularity as a seaside resort from the reign of King George III (1760-1820).
Seafront Masterplan update - Weymouth Town Council
Oct 11, 2022 · Other suggestions include looking at more opportunities for street food trading, increasing green spaces along the Promenade, and making improvements that would encourage visitors to explore more...