Annual dredging at West Bay and Lyme Regis
Dredging to maintain the harbours navigational channels will take place between 28 February and 21 April.
West Bay Harbour walkway closed amid safety concerns
A public walkway at West Bay Harbour is to be temporarily closed by Dorset Council for safety reasons, preventing access to public conveniences.
Harbour dredging works to begin at Lyme Regis and West Bay
Annual dredging works are set to take place in West Bay and Lyme Regis during May and June 2022.
Have your say on measures to tackle anti-social behaviour
Dorset Council has launched a public consultation today, asking residents for their views on eight proposed Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs).
Update Hive Beach rockfall
Dorset Council rangers have been checking on last week’s rockfall at Hive Beach. There has been no change in the situation, which means that the cliff and the fallen material is still unstable.
Changes to car parking charges – Your questions answered
Following recent commentary on our confirmed forthcoming changes to car parking charges, we’d like to take the opportunity to clarify what is happening and clear up some confusion.
Charges at Dorset Council-run car parks set to change
Changes are being brought in across the Dorset Council area to make car parking charges more consistent.
Know before you go – plan ahead this weekend
The weather forecast is set for warm and sunny for this weekend and Dorset Council want residents and visitors to enjoy the summer safely.
CoastSnap – Your coastline needs you!
Please help monitor Dorset’s changing coastline by sending in your snaps!
West Bay Hub open to the public
The new benches designed by artist Michael Pinsky have been installed by crane at the West Bay hub. The benches are designed to reflect the curves and shapes of the local land and sea scape. They provide plenty of space for people to sit and enjoy local food with a great view; a place to… Read more West Bay Hub open to the public
West Bay sea defences complete – on budget and on time
Vital sea defence work to help protect West Bay from flooding has been completed on time and on budget.
West Bay sea defences – please bear with us
Vital sea defence work to help protect West Bay from flooding is being carried out by Dorset Council and the Environment Agency.
Bridport steps closer to agreeing neighbourhood plan
Bridport has taken a significant step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their area.
West Bay sea defences – did you know?
If you live near West Bay, you will know that Dorset Council and the Environment Agency are working on vital £10 million sea defences, but did you know:
Crucial sea defence work continues with the creation of new rock groynes at West Beach
Over the next two weeks, subject to weather and sea conditions, large rocks will be delivered by barges to West Beach so that new and improved sea defences can be constructed.
