Poole Bridge to Hunger Hill Flood Defence Scheme 2025-2027

Poole Bridge to Hunger Hill Flood Defence Scheme 2025-2027

New infrastructure is being constructed to reduce tidal flood risk in Poole town centre, the Old Town and surrounding areas over the next 100 years. Sea wall heights will be raised at intervals to keep pace with rising sea levels. Lead Authority BCP Council Working...
Sidmouth and East Beach Coastal Defence Scheme 2026-2029

Sidmouth and East Beach Coastal Defence Scheme 2026-2029

A major £21 million coastal defence scheme designed to protect Sidmouth town and East Beach from erosion and flooding for the next 100 years. Lead Authority East Devon District Council Working with Boskalis Westminster LtdEnvironment AgencyDevon County CouncilSidmouth...
Budleigh Salterton Beach & Cliff Management Plan 2025-2027

Budleigh Salterton Beach & Cliff Management Plan 2025-2027

Developing long-term, sustainable management policies for the area’s beaches and cliffs, looking at practical ways to adapt to the challenges of a changing coastline while preserving the area’s natural character. Lead Authority East Devon District Council...
Christchurch beaches maintenance works

Christchurch beaches maintenance works

A programme of maintenance works for Christchurch beaches to strengthen the existing groynes and recycle existing beach material. Lead Authority BCP Council Working with Christchurch Town Council Budget £380,000 Funded by Wessex Regional Flood & Coastal Committee,...
Sandbanks Dune Management Study 2024-2026

Sandbanks Dune Management Study 2024-2026

Developing an improved approach to managing the sand dunes at Sandbanks. Lead Authority BCP Council Budget tba Project start date January 2024 Page Last Updated 31 March 2026 Sandbanks is host to a system of sand dunes which provide a natural form of protection...