Birling Gap beach steps to remain closed until summer
The stairs have been off limits for two months due to damage from cliff falls
The stairs at Birling Gap are expected to be up and running this summer, allowing beachgoers to access the scenic spot once again.
After being off limits for two months due to damage from cliff falls, work is about to start to fix the stairs that connect the car park to the beach.
Wealden District Council, which is managing the repairs, plans to start by constructing new parts for the staircase.
This step is set to take a few weeks before installation gets underway.
Alongside partners like The National Trust, The Coastguard, and RNLI, the council is focused on ensuring everything's safe for visitors and emergency teams.
Councillor Kelvin Williams has stressed how popular Birling Gap is for both locals and tourists: “Birling Gap is a much-loved beauty spot in our district and an important visitor attraction both for local residents and for people travelling from across the country.
"We are working hard to ensure the site can reopen so people can enjoy visiting during the summer.
"However, it is essential that the storm-damaged stairs are fully assessed and made structurally safe before they can be brought back into use.”