As UK 's Ryde Pier celebrates 200 years and New York 's Pier A flirts with a reopening date , we list other great piers around the world . 1. This unusual pier contains a structure that encircles an outdoor swimming area , allowing visitors to take a dip without the risk of being washed out to sea . Clevedon Pier is the only fully intact , Grade 1 listed pier in the UK .
As UK 's Ryde Pier celebrates 200 years and New York 's Pier A flirts with a reopening date , we list other great piers around the world . 1. Clevedon Pier is the only fully intact , Grade 1 listed pier in the UK .