As the evenings become darker and colder, the lights of the pier remain a vibrant beacon against the bleak horizon. Camera club snapper Nicola Cunningham visited Brighton's Palace Pier and captured some dazzling pictures of its illuminations in all their glory. The Palace Pier opened in May 1899 after the previous Chain Pier was washed away during a storm, meaning it had to be rebuilt entirely.
Brighton's Palace Pier lit up at night (Image: Nicola Cunningham) It is home to a range of attractions, rides, bars, restaurants and cafés. Nicola captured the Crazy Mouse coaster, which has been operating on the pier since 2000. READ MORE: Return of lantern trail sees sheep, mushrooms and mystical creatures all aglow Other rides include the traditional carousel, tea cups and helter skelter, as well as the turbo coaster and air race ride for thrill seekers.
The Crazy Mouse ride on the Palace Pier (Image: Nicola Cunningham) Nicola's shots convey the colourful luminescence of the pier, which features around 67,000 lights. Her pictures also show the golden glow that emanates from the seafront's bars and promenade once night falls. In the distance, the purple halo of the i360 is visible.
Sharing her snaps with The Argus's camera club, Nicola wrote: "When the sun goes down, the city lights up.".