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Cliff collapse
Where, causes |
Holderness coastline, North-East England.
Soft rock (clay). Strong North-Easterly winds generate powerful waves. Vulnerable to slumping and weathering. 7 to 10 metres of retreat per year. |
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Cliff collapse
Effects |
29 villages lost in last 1000 years. Houses devalued, some to £1. People lose homes, farm land and businesses (such as Caravan Parks, Seaview). Birds lose nesting sites in cliff, habitats affected. Tourists are put off from visiting. |
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Coastal Management
Responses to cliff collapse. |
Mappleton, Holderness.
£2 million of rock armour and rock groynes (Granite all from Norway). Armour absorbs wave energy and slows erosion; groynes prevent longshore drift, so more beach material (also beach nourishment for the same reason). |
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Coastal Habitat
Where, examples of wildlife. |
Studland Bay, near Dorset.
One of few places where all 6 of Britain's reptiles can be found. Many plants e.g. Marram Grass. Rare UK birds such as Nightjar, so popular with bird watches. 1.5 million tourists per year, due to clean beaches and calm waters. |
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Coastal Habitat
Issues, management strategies. |
Conflicts between families, bird watchers etc, what should be allowed or not.
Jet skis banned (noisy); board walks prevent erosion of sand dunes; fire beaters available in areas with BBQ's; information boards in popular areas to promote awareness of ecosystem. |
