Ramsgate Harbour (west) to north of the River Stour 4A20
Summary management approach
Continue maintaining defences where there is an economic justification. However, if through detailed studies an opportunity for not maintaining current defences are identified then this will be implemented. Where there currently are no defences in place, a continuation of this is recommended, which will allow natural processes to take place and the geological and environmental and landscape assets to be realised.
Generic approach assigned to this unit
Management approaches depend on funding and relevant approvals and permissions. Adaptation to coastal change may be needed. Even where defences are present, some risk from storm surges or ground instability may remain.
Time periods (short (0 to 20 years), medium (20 to 50 years) and long (50 to 100)) are approximate and do not signify precise dates of management transitions.
Where shown, coastal erosion projections are for guidance only. They show areas of land likely to be at risk but do not show the precise future position of the shoreline, nor specific information for individual properties.
0 to 20 Years (2005 to 2025)
HL1Hold the lineMaintain/replace
Where protection is currently provided by coastal defence structures or managed beaches, and the intention is to retain a defence along approximately the current alignment. This will involve replacing defences when needed. Defence type, method and standard of protection may be modified over time.
20 to 50 Years (2025 to 2055)
HL1Hold the lineMaintain/replace
Where protection is currently provided by coastal defence structures or managed beaches, and the intention is to retain a defence along approximately the current alignment. This will involve replacing defences when needed. Defence type, method and standard of protection may be modified over time.
50 to 100 Years (2055 to 2105)
HL1Hold the lineMaintain/replace
Where protection is currently provided by coastal defence structures or managed beaches, and the intention is to retain a defence along approximately the current alignment. This will involve replacing defences when needed. Defence type, method and standard of protection may be modified over time.
Neighbouring units
The following units are within 1km of this one:
- White Ness to Ramsgate 4A18
- Ramsgate Harbour 4A19
- South of the River Stour to Sandwich Bay Estate (north) 4A21
Protected sites
This area of coastline is in or near 6 special protection areas.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View Special Protection Area on the Data Services PlatformThis area of coastline is in or near an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View National Landscape on the Data Services PlatformThis area of coastline is in or near 3 special conservation areas.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View Special Area of Conservation on the Data Services PlatformThis area of coastline is in or near 6 ramsar wetland areas.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View Ramsar Site on the Data Services PlatformThere are no scheduled monuments near this area of coastline.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View Scheduled Monument on the Data Services PlatformThis area of coastline is not in or near a local nature reserve.
Data last updated: 2026-09-18
View Local Nature Reserve on the Data Services PlatformThere is a site of special scientific interest near this area of coastline.
Data last updated: 2026-09-18
View Site of Special Scientific Interest on the Data Services PlatformThis area of coastline is in or near a national nature reserve.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View National Nature Reserve on the Data Services PlatformThere is a marine conservation zone near this area of coastline.
Data last updated: 2026-08-18
View Marine Conservation Zone on the Data Services PlatformActions for this unit
All actions are subject to funding and approval, often by other parties than the Lead Organisation shown.
| Reference Number | Action Description | Action Lead Organisation | Action Progress Status | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.1 | Conduct studies to confirm the condition of the Hover Port infil which is expected to be partially contaminated - define triggers to instigate works. | Thanet District Council | Not yet started | Medium |
| 20.2 | Engage at national level about the need for national guidance on management of coastal contaminated land. | Thanet District Council | Not yet started | Medium |
| 20.3 | Establish areas where maintenance / improvement works are required and areas where defences may cease to be maintained in the future, and carry out an economic evaluation to justify Hold the Line approach. May include a coastal risk assessment. | Thanet District Council | Not yet started | Medium-low |