Important work to protect the cliffs and beach at Seaton Hole will begin next month, following planning approval for a £1.4 million improvement scheme.
The work is designed to reduce erosion and lower the risk of cliff falls, helping protect the coastline and 41 nearby homes, including a care home.
The project is being managed by a partnership of East Devon District Council (EDDC) and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, known as South West Flood and Coastal. Work will include:
- Adding more large rocks (known as rock armour) at the base of the cliffs
- Refurbishing and removal of wire baskets filled with stones (gabions) that support the cliff base next to Check House seawall
- Carrying out repairs to Check House seawall
Together, these improvements will strengthen defences between Seaton Hole and West Walk Promenade, making the area safer and more resilient to the effects of the sea. The scheme is expected to deliver nearly £5 million in long-term benefits.
When is the work happening?
The contractor, J.T Mackley & Co Ltd, will begin setting up from 26 August, using land next to Seaton Jurassic Long Stay Car Park.
Starting from 9 September, up to 7,000 tonnes of Cornish rock will be delivered over a week or so by sea, arriving on high tides.
For public safety, sections of Seaton Hole beach will be closed periodically, but open when possible, and local businesses will remain open and accessible as usual throughout the works.
The work is due to be completed by November.
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