Holywell to Cooden Beach Coastal Defences

Stage£5m allocated to strengthen coastal defences between Holywell and Cooden Beach (Mar 2026)
Value£5m
Next milestoneDelivery of strengthening works
Last checked1 November 2026

Source: GOV.UK (Environment Agency), £1.4bn flood investment unleashed to protect homes and businesses →

What has changed on this project, and when

Next milestone: Delivery of strengthening works2 November 2026 · previously: Ongoing coastal defence construction
Stage: £5m allocated to strengthen coastal defences between Holywell and Cooden Beach (Mar 2026)2 November 2026 · previously: active
Status: In development2 November 2026 · previously: Under way

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