Many towns and cities around the coast of the UK have seaside piers - but some are way more popular than others. A seaside pier is a British tradition that goes back decades. Normally, you find amusements, food and drink, and other forms of entertainment. There are piers dotted around the coastline of the UK from north to south, but some are considered the very best, while some have been left to ruin.

If you are looking for a last-minute staycation this summer, where there is a fun pier with plenty to do for all ages, we have identified the best piers in the country to go to. This ranking is based on reviews on travel site Tripadvisor. The tourist-review site combines seaside harbours and piers in one list, so we picked out the traditional piers and listed them here to let you know the five best in the country.