Erosion of the English South Coast

In order to see this content you need to have both Javascript enabled and Flash installed. Visit BBC Webwise for full instructions

Explanation of coastal erosion.

Description of how coastal erosion occurs focussing on the coastal areas and cliffs of southern England.
From: Coast
First Broadcast : 02 September 2005

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 7-9

Subject : Geography

Topic : Climate, Climate change, Coasts, Environmental issues

Keywords : Erosion, Southern England, English Channel

Notes : Good illustrations of coastal erosion. Consider the effects of climate change on future erosion patterns. For new material see coast

Search for more Learning clips...


Eclips Archive

eclips logo on screen

Need other subjects? More clips? Browse our archive Eclips site.

Recent Clips


BBC © 2014 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read more.

This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. While you will be able to view the content of this page in your current browser, you will not be able to get the full visual experience. Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so.