Concrete Repairs, Clarence Beach Sea Wall

Portsmouth City Council are repairing the seawall at Clarence beach in Southsea, which has been exposed to years of wave action, shingle abrasion and storm damage.

The work is expected to start on the 24^th September and take three weeks.

Why is the work needed?

Concrete at the top of the wall has been damaged, and the limestone blocks that form the wall have been displaced by waves and storms. This means the wall isn't providing the protection against coastal flooding that it needs to provide in this area. The work will repair the wall and prevent further damage until the Southsea Coastal Scheme work commences.

What will I see?

The work will undertake concrete repairs to the sea wall located between Spur Redoubt and Clarence Pier. Exposed sheet pile tops will be cut off and concrete will be used to fill in voids from loss of blockwork. A timber framework will be used to cast concrete panels that will protect the wall from further storm damage.

How will I be affected?

There will be limited disruption on the beach and promenade. The beach and promenade will remain open during the work for access. The contractor will fence off the work areas for safety. Please be aware of our operatives and machinery working on the beach and from the promenade.