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Late in the eighteenth century the rise of the leisured classes sparked
a rebirth of the town as a resort when they realized Tenby's beautiful
cliff-top setting enhanced its mild and healthy sea airs.
In a smaller echo of Bath a sprinkling of new houses of quality were
built for the rich to enjoy the summer season. Salt water baths were constructed,
for example by Sir William Paxton in conjunction with the Assembly Rooms
beside the harbour quay.
Wealthy visitors came by coach or ship for the season. A multitude of
entertainments were provided and the town grew from 1000 to 3500 people
between 1801 and 1851. Hotels prospered. Then the arrival of the railway
brought the development of the south cliff area. A pier was built in 1897
to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
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