The West Sands are a unique and dynamic coastal environment, shaped over time by natural forces and valued by the local community and visitors alike.

  • Loss of protective dune systems
  • Increased vulnerability to storm damage
  • Changes to public access routes and pathways
  • Impact on the coastal boundary and long-term resilience of the West Links Golf Course

Protecting this environment is not only about conserving a landscape – it is about preserving a setting that holds both environmental and cultural importance on a national and international stage.