‘Significant’ cliff fall closes part of promenade on Isle of Wight

Walkers have been warned to avoid an area of promenade on the Isle of Wight following a “significant” cliff fall.

A spokesman for the local authority said: “There was a significant cliff fall at Small Hope Beach, Shanklin, on Saturday evening.

“Barriers are in place on the affected promenade just before the beach huts.

“The public is advised not to cross the barriers, stay clear of the cliff fall and do not climb the debris.”