This video captures the aftermath of an historic pier that "caved in" after damage from Storm Bram."

The West Hoe Pier was battered by the storm on Tuesday as gale force winds hit the UK's coastline.

The eastern section of the pier, which had been undergoing strengthening work since September, "caved in" - and with more winds expected officials must wait until conditions clear to see the full extent of the damage."

Contractors will then assess the situation and carry out urgent repairs to the Grade II listed structure.

Footage filmed after the collapse shows the extent of the damage.

Plymouth City Council said: "Part of the West Hoe Pier collapsed as Storm Bram brought huge waves to batter Plymouth's waterfront."

"The arm of the eastern pier had been undergoing strengthening work – including infilling its interior which had been filled with smaller stone – that had been dragged out by the tide over time."

"Unfortunately, current ferocious weather and sea conditions have caused the outer wall to cave in, with the damage becoming clear as the tide began to ebb."

"Strong winds are predicted again and contractors will have to wait until low water – for safety reasons – to gauge the full extent of the damage."

"They intend to formulate a plan and a rough programme to instigate urgent repairs as soon as possible."