We're improving coastal defences at Anchorsholme.
The Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme will safeguard homes and businesses, protecting the community for years to come.
Blackpool’s coastline is under growing threat of erosion. If we don’t take action, over 5,000 properties in and around Anchorsholme could be at risk of flooding.
The council has been allocated £11m by the Environment Agency to construct rock groynes on the beach. A rock revetment will also be built to provide a long-term solution to movement and damage of the existing concrete defences.
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Compound installation works
Preparation works for the Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme begin 26 January 2026, with the setup of two construction compounds.
One compound will be located on the existing site on Princes Way, next to Little Bispham tram stop. The other will be a new site on the grass area along Queens Promenade, extending from the junction with Princes Way to the tram crossing opposite Norkeed Court.
Princes Way closure
To enable access and utility works, Princes Way will be closed from 27 January to 6 March 2026 at the junction with Queen’s Promenade, with the closure extending just past the existing compound. The rest of Princes Way will remain open at Kingsway and Anchorsholme Lane West, with a signed diversion in place. Some on‑street parking on Princes Way will be unavailable.
Pedestrian access will remain open. A section of Cycle Route 62 will close periodically, with diversions provided.
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