Worthing Borough Council

Foreshore Park

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Splash Point

In 2002 a new landscaping scheme was introduced at Splash Point to enhance the sea front area. This is a prominent location, close to the Town Centre and is ideal for the introduction of an area of soft landscaping, planted within the shingle itself. The scheme ties in well with other plans to introduce wildflowers to the single that will seed naturally.

Two planting areas were created from old groynes and rocks to blend with the existing seaside features. The beds have been planted with maritime plants that will withstand the rigours of the salt spray. The wildflowers when planted will provide colour and give a naturalistic feel.

The informality of the planting is designed to be in keeping with the seaside environment, using some plants that can be found naturally in similar situations. The planting will also contrast with the greater formality and hard lines of the upright groynes in the planting and structures within Denton Gardens.

Marine Parade

Marine Parade is an integral part of Worthing's seaside character and atmosphere. Traditionally the promenade has attracted visitors and residents alike.

The narrow, raised beds that run alongside the road to the east and west of the pier have previously been used exclusively to plant bedding. In 2002 a new scheme was introduced that combined areas of bedding with Ilex Oak hedging, a line of eighteen cordylines and shrubs for winter interest, with the intention of enahncing the sea front.

The cordylines when planted measured 13ft tall and were imported from Pistoria in Italy. It is expected that the cordylines over the next decade will grow to 20ft.

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