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Sunset at Portencross Pier, Ayrshire coast, Scotland.

The pier is popular due to its robust T-shape and the backdrop of the Isle of Arran across the Firth of Clyde. Described as being the second oldest concrete pier in the world, it is thought to be about 120 years old. The pier was established to transport locally grown produce such as potatoes to Glasgow by paddle steamer in the days before the railways. Glasgow was overflowing with industry, shipping and migrants as the second city of what was the British Empire at the time. In addition to being over-engineered, the pier has a removable section to allow the winter storm breakers to pass through without damaging the structure. You can see the hole in the pier created by the latest winter storms.

Adam West is a landscape, nature and travel photographer based in Scotland. His work has been published by National Geographic, the BBC and Visit Scotland among others. Adam works with interior designers and tourist agencies to deliver unique and beautiful images of the natural world. Send Adam a message to adamwestphoto at gmail.com if you have specific requirements. All images are copyright Adam West. You can follow Adam's journeys and latest work on all the best social media platforms @adamwestphoto. He is most active on Vero.