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Last rock placed at Cleveleys marks major milestone in Wyre beach management scheme  

30th of April, 2026

A landmark moment has been reached at Cleveleys, with the final rock now placed on the beach as part of the Wyre Beach Management Scheme, a major investment to protect the coastline and local communities from flooding and erosion. 

Funded by DEFRA and delivered by Wyre Council, Balfour Beatty and the Environment Agency, the completion of this stage of works represents a significant step forward in strengthening Wyre’s coastal defences, with improved protection now delivered to more than 11,000 households across the borough. 

Councillor Roger Berry, Neighbourhood Services and Community Safety Portfolio Holder at Wyre Council praised the collaboration that has made the project such a success, saying: 

“This scheme shows what can be achieved through a fantastic partnership between Wyre Council, Balfour Beatty and their subcontractors Ovenden’s and Barrett’s. Together, they have delivered a high-quality coastal protection scheme that safeguards homes and businesses, has been completed ahead of programme and below cost, and creates the platform for further improvements along the seafront.” 

The works at Cleveleys form part of a wider programme of beach and promenade improvements, including enhancements to footpaths and access along Rossall Beach, helping to make the coastline more resilient, accessible and welcoming for residents and visitors alike. 

With the beach management works now substantially complete, the focus can turn to the next stage of regeneration along the seafront, including planned improvements at Jubilee Gardens, which sits at the heart of Cleveleys. 

Wyre Council has already approved the Stage 1 Report for the Jubilee Gardens Masterplan, which sets out a clear, evidence-based vision for the future of the park as it approaches its 90th anniversary. The masterplan proposes a phased approach to investment, prioritising essential infrastructure and safety improvements first, followed by enhanced facilities, biodiversity gains and longer-term transformational changes. 

The council is currently progressing Stage 2 of the masterplan, which will develop detailed design options for the site. Further public and stakeholder engagement is planned towards the end of May, giving residents, user groups and local organisations the opportunity to help shape the future look and feel of Jubilee Gardens. 

Balfour Beatty will soon begin Phase 1 works of the masterplan, helping to deliver the first elements of the Jubilee Gardens vision alongside other seafront improvements. Further details on timings will be confirmed in due course. 

The next stages of the Jubilee Gardens Masterplan will include: 

  • Stage 2 (Concept Design): design workshops, draft proposals and community feedback using interactive tools such as mapping and voting. 

  • Stage 3 (Spatial Coordination): refinement of a preferred option, public exhibitions and online consultation, followed by final design development. 

Together, the completion of the beach management works and the progression of the Jubilee Gardens Masterplan underline Wyre Council’s long-term commitment to protecting its coastline while investing in high-quality public spaces that support wellbeing, tourism and regeneration. 

For updates on the Jubilee Gardens Masterplan and opportunities to get involved, visit www.wyre.gov.uk