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£57 Million Project to Save Blackpool's Golden Sands
8 Mar
Summary
- A £57 million sea defence project is proposed for Blackpool.
- The plan involves 17 rock headlands to trap sand.
- Work is slated to begin in autumn and finish by March 2029.
Blackpool Council has submitted plans for a £57 million sea defence project, warning that the resort risks losing its iconic golden sands and facing increased flooding without immediate intervention. The proposed Blackpool Beach Management Scheme aims to protect homes and businesses while preserving the town's beaches for future generations.
The project involves the construction of 17 artificial rock headlands along the coastline, stretching from south of South Pier to Cocker Square north of North Pier. These structures will help trap sand, with additional sand being added periodically to maintain the beach. This intervention is crucial as climate change is causing lower sand levels, potentially exposing underlying clay and compromising existing sea defences.
While acknowledging the potential alteration to the beaches' appearance, council members stress the necessity of this urgent action. If approved, work on the scheme is anticipated to begin in autumn. The completion of this significant coastal defence initiative is projected between September 2028 and March 2029, safeguarding Blackpool's future as a beloved seaside destination.
