Beach Manager update - 18 February

Weather & Tides

We’re closely monitoring conditions as tides peak through Friday and into the weekend. Forecasts show waves up to 2m and winds no stronger than force 6, so only mild erosion is expected. Our team and machinery are already preparing.

Looking Ahead

Another set of large tides arrives the week of 2 March. We’ll repair any erosion between tide cycles.

Beach Access

Beach management activities will continue for at least the next 8 weeks. Please avoid placing anything on the beach crest that could restrict machinery access. The crest is narrow in places, and clear access helps us safely move shingle and reduce flood risk for the whole community.

Team Update

I’ll soon be moving into a new role managing Operations for East & West Sussex. Pevensey Bay remains part of my area, but Amber Carr will continue as your main contact, now joined by James Webb, who brings 20 years of flood‑risk and beach‑management experience. You can contact them by email at: pevenseybeachmanager@environment-agency.gov.uk

Thank You

Thank you for your patience, feedback and warmth over recent months. Pevensey Bay will always stay close to my thoughts, and I’ll still be here several days each week. You remain in very safe hands.

- Paul Levitt