Video below shows the wave impact on the Cobb harbour during Storm Ciaran on the 2nd November 2023. This demonstrates the role of the Cobb as a coastal defence and breakwater for the town and the wave impact on the structure.
Many thanks to James Loveridge Photography for the video footage> James Loveridge Photography – James Loveridge Photography
The project team managing the Cobb Stabilisation Scheme are exploring additional funding options as rising inflation has meant there is a need to add to the £3million budget. Meanwhile, the Cobb itself is being routinely monitored by the Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) team for damage.
For more details regarding this update see > Lyme Regis Cobb Stabilisation Press Release & FAQs.
Dorset Council’s press released from 20th September 2023 > Cobb stabilisation funding under pressure from inflation – Dorset Council news
Visit Dorset Coast Have Your Say website for more project information > Lyme Regis Cobb Stabilisation Scheme | Dorset Coast Have Your Say
A Commercial and Recreational Users Access survey aimed to find out how and when commercial and recreational users access the Cobb has now closed. The responses from the survey will provide valuable information for the project team to help find the least disruptive solution to undertaking essential stabilisation works to the Cobb. Survey closed on 18th October 2023. Thank you to everyone who completed the survey.