Repair works start at Caswell Bay promenade

Repair work has now started on parts of Caswell Bay promenade after damage caused by stormy weather.

Heavy rain and high tides over winter months has led to about 300 square metres of damage to paving because of pressure and blockages in pipes underneath the promenade.

Swansea Council, which has already arranged for debris to be removed from the pipework, has fenced off the damaged areas of paving while the repairs take place.

Coloured scrim has also been placed around the works area to minimise its visual impact. Nearby businesses have been informed about the works, which are set for completion by the middle of July.

Cllr David Hopkins, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Transportation, said: “We recognise Caswell Bay’s importance to local residents and visitors, which is why we’re carrying out these temporary repair works to the damaged paving in readiness for the school summer holiday season.

“In addition, we will also be fitting a filter mechanism to the culvert pipe leading to the sea, which will minimise the risk of blockages and the build-up of pressure in the future by preventing stones from being washed in and helping rainwater to flow out.

“We’ll continue to keep local businesses and other interested organisations as informed as possible. Bins and benches that have been temporarily removed from the fenced-off areas will be reinstated once the repair works have finished, along with all damaged drain covers.”

Caswell Bay is one of several Blue Flag award winning beaches on Gower. Others include Langland, Bracelet Bay and Port Eynon.

Cllr Hopkins said: “We recently reported that the value of tourism to the local economy had exceeded £400 million for the first time. In last year’s visitor survey our beaches, coastline and landscape were found to be the main reason people visited Swansea Bay, which is why we’re keen to improve the current situation as quickly as possible.”