Site of Special Scientific Interest in Skegness preserved and enhanced with new features

Walkers and nature lovers are now benefitting from new features which are enhancing and preserving a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Skegness.

The Seacroft Marsh Local Nature Reserve is home to many bird species and insects as well as various fauna and flora species. The saltmarsh and dunes environment also offers protection against coastal flooding as well as playing an effective role in reducing climate change by trapping and storing huge amounts of carbon. The King Charles III England Coast Path National Trail also passes through the site.

East Lindsey District Council in partnership with the Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner has installed fencing and gates to preserve the important attraction as well as interpretation panels and new signs to enhance the area.

The work was funded through the Home Office Safer Streets Fund following a successful bid.

The wider project is helping to tackle anti-social behaviour in Skegness through a range of new measures, including CCTV at coastal car parks and barriers to prevent vehicle-related noise and nuisance behaviour.

The measures at Seacroft Marsh are further deterring the area from being used anti-socially, particularly from quad bikes and other motorised vehicles as well as dog owners failing to pick up after their pets.

Cllr Graham Marsh, Portfolio Holder for Community Safety, Leisure and Culture and Carbon Reduction said: "It's fantastic to see these protective and informative measures now in place at this nationally significant site.

"For the first time, walkers are able to read information on their route which explains more about why this area is so important for the environment.

"The gates and fencing are also protecting this special area from misuse, which was impacting not only local residents and walkers, but the wildlife that thrive here.

"By working in partnership with the Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner, East Lindsey District Council has been able to preserve this beautiful nature spot as well as address concerns over anti-social behaviour.

"Please do come and visit Seacroft Marsh and enjoy the tranquillity this beautiful site offers."

The Home Office Safer Streets Fund has also enabled:

• Installation of bollards to North Parade Car Park and Festival Car park to deter anti-social behaviour.
• Installation of two automatic rising and closing barrier at Princess Parade car park
• CCTV cameras in place at Princess Parade car park and North End Car Park.