Cordons lifted from Birling Gap and Cow Gap in Eastbourne after all clear given Following...

Published: 8:07 pm June 15, 2019
Updated: 11:19 pm September 1, 2025
Cordons Lifted From Birling Gap And Cow Gap In Eastbourne After All Clear Given

Cordons lifted from Birling Gap and Cow Gap in Eastbourne after all clear given

Following checks by explosive ordnance disposal experts called to examine several potentially dangerous munitions found on beaches between Birling Gap and Cow Gap, west of Eastbourne, on Saturday afternoon (15 June), all items were found to be inert. Safety cordons have now been removed and police would like to thank anyone inconvenienced for their patience and understanding while risks were assessed.

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