The following information has been supplied by BCP.
Two of the timber groynes at Hengistbury Head beach (near Solent Beach car park) are being renewed.
The works will take 6-8 weeks, starting next week, and allows us to make efficient use of the rock and machinery already on site for the Long Groyne as the upgrade project nears completion (more info to follow soon on the final stages).
What’s happening?
Two timber groynes at Hengistbury Head Beach are being renewed and strengthened with rock at the seaward end. The new hybrid timber and rock structures will be the same length as the existing groynes.
When will the works take place?
Works will take place during from 23 September – November 2024 and are expected to take 6-8 weeks depending on weather and tides. Normal site operational hours will be 7am – 7pm; but some working outside these may be needed around tides and daylight conditions.
Why the works are needed
The wood in the existing life expired groynes is due for replacement as part of the Poole Bay Beach Management Scheme groyne renewal programme. By undertaking the works now, we can make efficient use of the machinery and rock already on site for the Long Groyne upgrade works.
Safety & access
While the groyne renewals take place, the beach becomes a temporary construction site. Please follow safety signage and keep out of the works area and use the diversion path to pass by. Do not enter or pass the construction zone along the water’s edge, even at low tide and keep dogs on leads.
The Two Bays webpage will be updated with progress.
Information supplied by:
| Kay Kitcatt Engagement & Communications Support Officer Tel. 01202 127926 / 07977 259277 email. kay.kitcatt@bcpcouncil.gov.uk More about South West Flood & Coastal A shared service between BCP Council and East Devon District Council |
Obviously this work is essential but I hope they will ensure access ROUND the groynes is maintained so the public are still able to walk all along the beach without having the hard slog up the dunes to access the next part of the beach.