Over the next few weeks the machinery, which can be found in front of the Pyramids where the new groynes are being constructed, will be used to help grind down rocks into smaller pieces to help to create the tide pools which can be home to snails, barnacles, small fish and other sea life.
Meanwhile, work is ongoing along the entire stretch from the Blue Reef to the Pyramids – known as Frontage Four – to create the new promenade area, including a split level walkway. More units have been placed for the ‘Theatre of the Sea’ with more pieces being installed to create the stepped seating and walking area in front of Southsea Castle. Work is also progressing in front if the bandstand field which will feature swinging seating areas and areas of interest.
Work on Frontage Four is expected to continue until spring next year.
1. Southsea Sea Defences
The scheme will be using 140,000 tonnes of rock to protect the area from flooding including the rock temporarily placed in front of Southsea Common which will be used as part of the scheme. Photo: Kelly Brown
2. Southsea Sea Defences
Historical treasures have been uncovered as part of the ongoing work and are being protected Photo: Kelly Brown
3. Southsea Sea Defences
The green 'rock muncher' has arrived and is cutting larger rocks into smaller ones to help create tide pools Photo: Kelly Brown
4. Southsea Sea Defences
The new promenade behind Blue Reef is taking shape Photo: Kelly Brown