Coastline geography field trip
Posted 24th June 2025
Year 8 students visited the Sefton coastline to investigate how the area is managed to protect against coastal erosion and flooding. The focus of the trip was on coastal management strategies, including sea walls, managed retreat, and dune restoration projects. Students saw how these defences are used to protect the land and local communities from the impact of the sea.
As part of their fieldwork, students completed bipolar surveys to assess the effectiveness and environmental impact of different management techniques. They also created field sketches to record and describe key coastal features and defences. These activities helped students develop their geographical fieldwork skills and better understand how human actions are used to manage and protect coastlines.
