Southend Pier in the UK is to have a visit from the famous Nao Santa Maria, a replica of Columbus’ discovery of America ship in 1492.
The replica is on a tour of the British south coast and will be in Southend from July 1-7 and visitors can board the ship for a look around.
The pier is anticipating that the visit will increase its footfall and has already extended its summer opening hours to 8pm daily. The full-sized replica will be moored at the pier for the whole time it is at the resort.
