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Sussex Coast Defenses Bolstered Against Rising Seas
30 Mar
Summary
- Timber delivery begins to strengthen breakwaters in Pevensey.
- 12,000 cubic metres of shingle to be added to Pevensey Bay.
- Project aims to protect up to 18,000 properties by 2100.
Significant coastal defence upgrades are in progress along the East Sussex coastline to safeguard thousands of homes and businesses from flooding. Timber is currently being delivered to Pevensey to reinforce breakwaters, with an additional 12,000 cubic metres of shingle planned for Pevensey Bay this year. This interim phase is part of a long-term, multi-million pound initiative by the Environment Agency.
The project spans nine miles of coastline from Cooden Beach to Holywell. A subsequent medium-term phase, running from 2027 to 2037, will integrate the Eastbourne and Pevensey Bay frontages, including groyne improvements. A further strategy, commencing in 2037, will address projected sea level rises exceeding one metre by the century's end.
This comprehensive plan aims to protect up to 18,000 properties over the next 100 years. The Environment Agency is collaborating with Eastbourne Borough Council, East Sussex County Council, Rother District Council, and Wealden District Council on this critical infrastructure project.
