Pevensey to Eastbourne: News and resources

Pevensey Bay to Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme




News

Stay up to date with the latest news, updates and stories from the Scheme.
You can find all recent announcements in the News Feed section.

Scheme Newsletters

Digital versions of our newsletters are available under the ‘Newsletters’ section on this page. These provide regular updates on scheme progress, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.

Stay updated

To receive updates by email, subscribe using the form on our Engagement page or contact us at: PevenseyandEastbourneCoast@environment‑agency.gov.uk.


StoryMap

Our interactive StoryMap brings the coastline to life through maps, images and storytelling. It explains how the coastline has changed over time, the challenges we face and the actions being taken to manage coastal flooding and erosion. This visual resource is updated as the scheme progresses and offers an engaging way to understand the wider context of the project.

Historic map of Eastbourne and its Environs
Historic map of Eastbourne and its environs (Credit: John Heatherley)


Start exploring StoryMap


Document library

Our Document Library contains reports, meeting notes, engagement materials and technical information relating to the scheme.

These include:

  • Pevensey Bay Coastal Community Group (PBCCG) meetings
  • Steering Group meetings
  • Coastal Schools Partnership
  • Scheme engagement


For further detail, please see the 'Document library sections.


Photos and videos

Browse our collection of photos and videos showcasing the coastline, beach management activities and significant events. These visual updates help illustrate the work happening across the scheme and the impact of changing coastal conditions.


The 'Spspan Dau' dredger spraying shingle onto Eastbourne beach
The 'Sospan Dau' dredger spraying shingle onto Eastbourne beach

Keep up to date with the latest Scheme news

Sign up to receive the latest news, progress updates and opportunities to get involved in the Pevensey Bay to Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme. You can unsubscribe at any time by contacting us.

Subscribe to updates


If you have any questions, would like to provide feedback, or need any information in a different format such as accessible PDF, large print or audio, please contact PevenseyandEastbourneCoast@environment-agency.gov.uk. We aim to provide a response within ten working days.




News

Stay up to date with the latest news, updates and stories from the Scheme.
You can find all recent announcements in the News Feed section.

Scheme Newsletters

Digital versions of our newsletters are available under the ‘Newsletters’ section on this page. These provide regular updates on scheme progress, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.

Stay updated

To receive updates by email, subscribe using the form on our Engagement page or contact us at: PevenseyandEastbourneCoast@environment‑agency.gov.uk.


StoryMap

Our interactive StoryMap brings the coastline to life through maps, images and storytelling. It explains how the coastline has changed over time, the challenges we face and the actions being taken to manage coastal flooding and erosion. This visual resource is updated as the scheme progresses and offers an engaging way to understand the wider context of the project.

Historic map of Eastbourne and its Environs
Historic map of Eastbourne and its environs (Credit: John Heatherley)


Start exploring StoryMap


Document library

Our Document Library contains reports, meeting notes, engagement materials and technical information relating to the scheme.

These include:

  • Pevensey Bay Coastal Community Group (PBCCG) meetings
  • Steering Group meetings
  • Coastal Schools Partnership
  • Scheme engagement


For further detail, please see the 'Document library sections.


Photos and videos

Browse our collection of photos and videos showcasing the coastline, beach management activities and significant events. These visual updates help illustrate the work happening across the scheme and the impact of changing coastal conditions.


The 'Spspan Dau' dredger spraying shingle onto Eastbourne beach
The 'Sospan Dau' dredger spraying shingle onto Eastbourne beach

Keep up to date with the latest Scheme news

Sign up to receive the latest news, progress updates and opportunities to get involved in the Pevensey Bay to Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme. You can unsubscribe at any time by contacting us.

Subscribe to updates


If you have any questions, would like to provide feedback, or need any information in a different format such as accessible PDF, large print or audio, please contact PevenseyandEastbourneCoast@environment-agency.gov.uk. We aim to provide a response within ten working days.

  • Summer 2026 newsletter now available

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    Our Summer 2026 newsletter is now available.

    This edition explores the work taking place beneath the beach and how ground investigations are helping to build the evidence needed for future coastal improvements. You'll also find information about ongoing beach management activities, beach safety, and our interactive StoryMap, which explores the past, present and future of the coastline.

    Read the newsletter to discover how we're managing today's coastline while planning for the future.

    [Read the Summer 2026 newsletter]

    Our Summer 2026 newsletter is now available.

    This edition explores the work taking place beneath the beach and how ground investigations are helping to build the evidence needed for future coastal improvements. You'll also find information about ongoing beach management activities, beach safety, and our interactive StoryMap, which explores the past, present and future of the coastline.

    Read the newsletter to discover how we're managing today's coastline while planning for the future.

    [Read the Summer 2026 newsletter]

  • Explore Pevensey's changing coastline - Talk on 26 August 2026

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    Explore Pevensey Bay's changing coastline
    Join us for a fascinating talk on the past, present and future of the Pevensey coastline, featuring Marc Pohl (Environment Agency) and Robert Slater (local historian).
    When: 26 August 2026, 6:00pm + Q&A
    Where: Pevensey Baptist Church, Eastbourne Road

    Part of the Pevensey History Festival 2026. To find out more and book your ticket visit: https://www.ticketsource.com/sussexguidedwalks/t-jxrykjl
    Explore Pevensey Bay's changing coastline
    Join us for a fascinating talk on the past, present and future of the Pevensey coastline, featuring Marc Pohl (Environment Agency) and Robert Slater (local historian).
    When: 26 August 2026, 6:00pm + Q&A
    Where: Pevensey Baptist Church, Eastbourne Road

    Part of the Pevensey History Festival 2026. To find out more and book your ticket visit: https://www.ticketsource.com/sussexguidedwalks/t-jxrykjl

  • Ground investigations - August

    Ground investigation works start up again this coming Monday 3 August. They are part of the multi-million-pound Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme.
    Teams will be drilling, sampling and carrying out small excavations.
    All seafront paths, beaches and local businesses will remain open as normal. Some noise from machinery is expected during working hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm, but disruption will be kept to a minimum.
    Works are expected to continue until the end of August 2026.
    Thank you for your patience and support.

    Watch Facebook reel

    Ground investigation works start up again this coming Monday 3 August. They are part of the multi-million-pound Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne Coastal Management Scheme.
    Teams will be drilling, sampling and carrying out small excavations.
    All seafront paths, beaches and local businesses will remain open as normal. Some noise from machinery is expected during working hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm, but disruption will be kept to a minimum.
    Works are expected to continue until the end of August 2026.
    Thank you for your patience and support.

    Watch Facebook reel

  • Watercycle walk last week

    A great day out in Pevensey!
    Last week, we joined Watercycle for a fascinating walk and talk around the Pevensey coastline, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing our coast and discussing what the future may bring.
    It was fantastic to meet so many interested members of the local community, share insights into the work we do, and hear people's thoughts and experiences of living and working along the coast.
    Thank you to everyone who came along and took part in the conversation. Events like these are invaluable for building relationships, sharing knowledge, and working together towards a more resilient future
    A great day out in Pevensey!
    Last week, we joined Watercycle for a fascinating walk and talk around the Pevensey coastline, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing our coast and discussing what the future may bring.
    It was fantastic to meet so many interested members of the local community, share insights into the work we do, and hear people's thoughts and experiences of living and working along the coast.
    Thank you to everyone who came along and took part in the conversation. Events like these are invaluable for building relationships, sharing knowledge, and working together towards a more resilient future for our coastline.

    Walkers at the Watercycle event, on Pevensey LevelsWalkers at the Watercycle event


    Walkers at the Watercycle event, on the beach in PevenseyWalkers at the Watercycle event



  • United Nations Association Eastbourne event - 4 July 2026

    We’re looking forward to speaking at the Climate Conference, hosted by United Nations Association Eastbourne, this Saturday 4 July.
    It’s not too late to join this free event and hear from a range of speakers about what climate change means on both a global and local scale. We hope to see you there!


    UNA Eastbourne flyer for event on 4 July
    We’re looking forward to speaking at the Climate Conference, hosted by United Nations Association Eastbourne, this Saturday 4 July.
    It’s not too late to join this free event and hear from a range of speakers about what climate change means on both a global and local scale. We hope to see you there!


    UNA Eastbourne flyer for event on 4 July

  • Ground investigations - July

    You may notice some activity on the beach between Holywell in Eastbourne and Cooden Beach in Bexhill over the coming weeks.

    Ground investigation works are now underway as part of the multi-million-pound Pevensey and Eastbourne Coast Management Scheme.

    Teams are drilling, sampling and carrying out small excavations at locations along the 15km coastline to assess ground conditions, check the structural integrity of groynes and sample beach sediment.

    This essential work will shape the design of new flood defences planned between 2027-2037, a £100m+ investment in protecting homes, businesses and the natural environment along this stretch of the southeast coast.

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    You may notice some activity on the beach between Holywell in Eastbourne and Cooden Beach in Bexhill over the coming weeks.

    Ground investigation works are now underway as part of the multi-million-pound Pevensey and Eastbourne Coast Management Scheme.

    Teams are drilling, sampling and carrying out small excavations at locations along the 15km coastline to assess ground conditions, check the structural integrity of groynes and sample beach sediment.

    This essential work will shape the design of new flood defences planned between 2027-2037, a £100m+ investment in protecting homes, businesses and the natural environment along this stretch of the southeast coast.

    All seafront paths, beaches and local businesses will remain open as normal. Some noise from machinery is expected during working hours (Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm), but disruption will be kept to a minimum.

    Works are expected to continue until the end of August 2026.

    Thank you for your patience and support.

    View Facebook reel

  • Waterlevels - Walk and Talk - 1 July 2026

    Join us for a walk and chat this Friday, to find out a little more about what's happening along the Pevensey coastline now, and what the future may look like with rising sea levels.

    Waterlevels flyer to advertise the Walk and Talk event

    Join us for a walk and chat this Friday, to find out a little more about what's happening along the Pevensey coastline now, and what the future may look like with rising sea levels.

    Waterlevels flyer to advertise the Walk and Talk event

  • Ground investigations - week commencing 1 June

    This week we’ll be carrying out beach investigations near:
    • Martello Tower 64 at Sovereign Harbour. Once this section is complete the team will continue moving east over the coming weeks and months.
    • The temporary compound at Sovereign West car park.
    • The area between the Wish Tower and Eastbourne Bandstand. Over about 10 days the team will move shingle to create safe access to the beach, then carry out the investigations.


    Ground investigations work using an excavator on the beachGround investigations work using an excavator


    Parking update: A small number of spaces in the Wish Tower car park will be temporarily closed for a few hours on the morning
    This week we’ll be carrying out beach investigations near:
    • Martello Tower 64 at Sovereign Harbour. Once this section is complete the team will continue moving east over the coming weeks and months.
    • The temporary compound at Sovereign West car park.
    • The area between the Wish Tower and Eastbourne Bandstand. Over about 10 days the team will move shingle to create safe access to the beach, then carry out the investigations.


    Ground investigations work using an excavator on the beachGround investigations work using an excavator


    Parking update: A small number of spaces in the Wish Tower car park will be temporarily closed for a few hours on the morning of Wednesday 3 June to allow safe beach access. This short term closure will happen again once work in this area is complete and the team moves to the next site.

    • The seafront and beach remain open
    • Team on site Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm
    These investigations around selected groynes help inform future flood defence refurbishments to keep local coastal communities protected from the risk of flooding. Thank you for your patience and continued support.


    Fenced off area while ground investigations take place. Drilling equipment on the beach.Fenced off area while ground investigations take place



  • Post-event: 999 Eastbourne 30-31 May 2026

    What a fantastic weekend! We’ve loved hearing what people value most about the coastline between Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne, and sharing more about the work we’re doing now — as well as our planning for the future. For more information, visit our webpages.

    What a fantastic weekend! We’ve loved hearing what people value most about the coastline between Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne, and sharing more about the work we’re doing now — as well as our planning for the future. For more information, visit our webpages.

  • 999 event in Eastbourne: Thanks for visiting!

    Great to be part of the Eastbourne 999 event today!
    Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us today. It’s been really valuable to share what we do and hear what you value about the coast and your local area.
    We’re back again tomorrow - do come and see us!


    Some of the team at the 999 event in Eastbourne, with activities for the familySome of the team at the 999 event in Eastbourne




    Great to be part of the Eastbourne 999 event today!
    Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with us today. It’s been really valuable to share what we do and hear what you value about the coast and your local area.
    We’re back again tomorrow - do come and see us!


    Some of the team at the 999 event in Eastbourne, with activities for the familySome of the team at the 999 event in Eastbourne




Page last updated: 12 Aug 2026, 12:43 PM