Looking back at more than 150 years of Blackpool's Central Pier - in pictures

Central Pier has brought joy to millions of people in that time and remains a key landmark, loved by so many.

Over the years it has hosted some of the biggest names in the industry, including the likes of Morecambe and Wise and Ken Dodd.

Following the news this morning that part of the pier had been damaged by fire, we look back at Central Pier's history in pictures.

You can read more about the pier's history here