Coasts-Case studies
Managing coastal erosion, Holderness
The Holderness coast lies between Flamborough Head and Spurn Head and is one of the fastest eroding coastlines in Europe. The average rate of erosion is 2 metres per year. Over 30 villages and 26 towns have fallen into the sea since roman times.
There are lots of erosion features along the Holderness coast. The coastline is made of soft clay which experiences rapid erosion. In addition, longshore drift moves south along the coastline so there is little opportunity for beaches to become established in front of the cliffs
The erosional landforms evident along the coastline are varied. There is a wave-cut notch and a wave cut platform at Flamborough Head. Flamborough Head is a headland and along the same coastline are caves, arches and stacks. Towns and villages are constantly under threat from the sea. The coast needs to be managed to protect the settlements. During the cource
Managing coastal erosion, Holderness
The Holderness coast lies between Flamborough Head and Spurn Head and is one of the fastest eroding coastlines in Europe. The average rate of erosion is 2 metres per year. Over 30 villages and 26 towns have fallen into the sea since roman times.
There are lots of erosion features along the Holderness coast. The coastline is made of soft clay which experiences rapid erosion. In addition, longshore drift moves south along the coastline so there is little opportunity for beaches to become established in front of the cliffs
The erosional landforms evident along the coastline are varied. There is a wave-cut notch and a wave cut platform at Flamborough Head. Flamborough Head is a headland and along the same coastline are caves, arches and stacks. Towns and villages are constantly under threat from the sea. The coast needs to be managed to protect the settlements. During the cource
