Leiston-cum-Sizewell, Theberton and Eastbridge

Main Development Site

• Activity: Footpath diversions

To construct Sizewell C, part of the permissive walk through Sandlings Walk is closed, restricting access to and from the beach along this route. 

Please note that the Sandlings path on the east side, closest to the footbridge near the beach, is also be closed. This area of closure is essential to public safety during construction.

We appreciate that Sandlings is a popular walk and the decision to close this area is considered essential to ensure the safety of the public and site teams. This activity is detailed in the Development Consent Order for Sizewell C.

Please see the map of Sizewell Estate Permissive Pathways for further route information.  The available permissive paths for walking are outlined in blue, and the areas that are closed are highlighted with a red dotted line.

Alternatives to Sandlings Walk:

There are two alternatives to Sandlings Walk to join the coast:

• The Suffolk Coast Path running from the south to the north of the beach (pink diamonds to the right of the map) and across from the Sluice footpath towards the west and Eastbridge
• Bridleway 19 (purple dotted line) is accessible from the Sizewell Beach car park and runs to the west of this map

All necessary work will be conducted under supervision of an Ecological Clerk of Works, including surveys for nesting birds, bats and badgers, which will be carried out in accordance with protected species licence conditions where they apply.