Groynes Collection
Groynes, the unsung heroes of coastal protection, stand tall against the storm battering seafronts
For sale as Licensed Images
Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media
Groynes, the unsung heroes of coastal protection, stand tall against the storm battering seafronts. From Lyme Regis on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site in Dorset to Sandbanks in Poole Bay, these aerial views showcase their steadfast presence. Southwold pier and its wooden groyne create a picturesque scene at sunset in Suffolk, while beach weathered groynes at Winchelsea Beach in East Sussex tell tales of resilience. Eastbourne Pier proudly stands amidst groynes that guard its shores from crashing waves. Aerial views of Hengistbury Head reveal an intricate network protecting Christchurch Harbour in Dorset. Sidmouth's seafront witnessed their strength back in August 1931 when they stood firm against nature's fury. Eroded groynes on Spurn Point Lighthouse's beach serve as a reminder of the relentless power of the sea. Bognor experienced rough seas even back in 1900, but thanks to these structures, it remains resilient. Sheringham boasts pebble beaches framed by sturdy groynes and majestic sea cliffs during sunny August days. Bognor Regis showcases bathing huts and wagons alongside its protective groynes—a perfect blend of leisure and safety. And let us not forget about horseshoe crabs often found on beaches after tides recede; they share their background with stoic sea groynes. Through storms and erosion, these unassuming structures silently safeguard our coasts—symbols of human ingenuity harmonizing with nature's forces along England's captivating shoreline.