Rock headlands will protect sands and cut flooding risks

Rocky headlands look set to be brought in to stop Blackpool's famous sandy beaches beuig washed away

- by Richard Hunt

Blackpool's famous golden beaches could also include rocky headlands in an effort to protect the famous sands from being washed away forever.

A multi-million pound scheme proposed for Blackpool's central coastline area has gone on display to the public this week, aimed at protecting homes and ensuring the much-loved beaches aren't washed away.

And residents are being urged to have their say about the plans.

The Blackpool Beach Management scheme is a £57m investment into coastal defences, protecting homes and businesses from flooding and securing the future of the sandy beaches.

The proposals include the construction of rock headlands along the beach, stretching from just south of South Pier to Cocker Square, just north of North Pier.

Blackpool Council has been awarded funding for these works from the Environment Agency.