A draft strategy has been published to manage climate change impacts along 15km coastline between Hurst Spit and Lymington.
A comprehensive strategy to manage the long-term impacts of climate change along the 15-kilometre stretch of coastline between Hurst Spit and Lymington is set to be shared with the public this summer through a series of community drop-in events and webinars.
Led by the Environment Agency in partnership with New Forest District Council, Hampshire County Council, Natural England, and JBA Consulting, the draft strategy makes recommendations to address increasing risks posed by sea-level rise and flooding across this environmentally and historically significant area.
Over the next 100 years, these pressures are expected to affect homes, businesses, heritage assets and key coastal habitats.
The number of properties at risk will increase from 35 present day to 360 in 100 years.
Internationally important landscapes such as saltmarsh, mudflats, and vegetated shingle, vital for biodiversity are particularly at risk, especially in low-lying sections of the coastline.
Community engagement opportunities
A summer programme of events and webinars will support the public consultation
Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend upcoming events to learn more about the strategy and provide feedback. Experts will be on hand to explain findings, discuss the proposed approaches to managing future risks.
Public drop-in sessions:
Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea - Friday 19 June, 2pm to 7pm
Lymington Masonic Hall -Wednesday 1 July, 3pm to 7pm
Lymington Masonic Hall -Thursday 2 July, 10am to 2pm
Lymington Community Centre - Saturday 11 July, 10am to 1pm
Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea - Friday 24 July, 11am to 4pm
St Thomas Church, Lymington - Friday 4 September, 11am to 3pm
All Saints Church Hall, Milford - Saturday 12 September, 10am to 1pm
Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea - Monday 21 September, 11am to 3pm
Online webinars:
Wednesday 8 July, 7pm to 8.30pm
Wednesday 9 September, 7pm to 8.30pm
