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The south east is revered for its rich and diverse natural environment. With 140 miles of coastline in Sussex alone, and a landscape which goes from rolling hills to sweeping lowlands, properly managing these habitats is crucial.

We have decades of engineering experience in a wide variety of coastal and inland applications. This expertise, combined with the full ownership of our plant and vehicles, enables us to respond quickly and effectively to our clients’ needs, including emergency situations.

Featured projects

Examples of our work in this sector

Tilting Weirs Installation at Pevensey Levels

Tilting Weirs Installation at Pevensey Levels

Extensive project to replace an existing culvert and install solar powered tilting weirs to control the water height across the Pevensey Levels.

Brighton Marina Propping

Brighton Marina Propping

Repairs and reinforcement of the marina’s quayside, in highly challenging conditions, to strengthen the structure.

Bayham Lake Spillway

Bayham Lake Spillway

Construction of a new 10m spillway as part of the Bayham Lake flood defences, winning the Best Project award at the South East Construction Awards.

Why choose Thorne

Expert

Extensive experience in coastal and river management.

Responsive

Own plant and directly employed staff for a quick, effective response.

Conscientious

Dedicated to restoring, maintaining and enhancing our environment.

Trusted to deliver consistently high standards

Our partners include ...

We work with public, private and charity organisations.

Some of our coastal, river and environmental services:

  • Flood and coastal defences
  • Waterway renovations
  • Bridge refurbishment and construction
  • Groyne and sea wall repair
  • Management of AONB

As a Seaford resident I was delighted to learn of the work – finally – to repair this area of the seafront and then to find that Thorne’s are the contractors involved moved me to drop you a line of appreciation.

Mike Miller