Coastal erosion8 hrs agoCouncil paying £300k for more sea defencesWith more homes at risk at Thorpeness, a council is buying bags of rocks to place on the shore line. 8 hrs ago1 day agoResidents fund delivery of £270k sea defences Villagers hope the temporary rock bags can slow erosion until a longer-term plan is created.1 day ago2 days agoPlans to strengthen coast and flood defencesCoastal protection for Swanage and West Bay's harbour walls set to be approved by Dorset Council.2 days ago3 days agoDrone pilot's fears over landslips near theme parkJamie Woodford captures aftermath of latest cliff erosion near Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight. 3 days ago5 days agoEmergency repairs on collapsed promenade to beginA 140m (1,450ft) stretch of the promenade will be cordoned-off during the two-week repair.5 days ago7 days agoHull of 16th Century cargo ship washed up by galesPart of a ship's wooden hull reveals the incredible craftsmanship of centuries past.7 days ago24 Feb 2026MP presents petition on coastal erosionMore than 39,000 people sign the petition asking the government to support affected communities.24 Feb 202624 Feb 2026Durdle Door beach access closed after storm damageAccess to the popular beach has been temporarily closed by Lulworth Estate for public safety.24 Feb 202623 Feb 2026Beach reopens after storm-shifted sand levelledDiggers and dumpers have levelled out the sand at Weymouth Central Beach after winter storms.23 Feb 2026...