Public prohibited from visiting collapsed Hemsby road

Two sections of The Marrams access road in Hemsby fell into the sea on Friday after strong winds and a tidal surge.

Visitors have been seen standing on unsupported concrete blocks hanging over the eroded cliffs. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)Four homes on the southern side of the access road have been left without access to emergency vehicles and may be demolished due to structural weakness caused by the road collapse.

Norfolk County Council has given notice that the use by the public of the access road from the entrances on Beach Road to Newport Road will be prohibited until December 18.

People are prohibited from entering The Marrams access road from entrances on Beach Road and Newport Road. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)Since Friday, several people have been seen ignoring barriers in place, tearing down police tape and even standing on concrete blocks overhanging the eroded cliffs.

Councillor James Bensly urged visitors to be respectful of other people's mental health.

Two sections of the access road collapsed following a tidal surge and strong winds. Picture - Denise Bradley (Image: Denise Bradley)"Some of the behaviour down there has been rude," Mr Bensly said.

"People are attracted to the area, but unfortunately for the wrong reasons - seeing damage caused by coastal erosion - but it is having an effect on residents who are living through this ordeal and their privacy needs to be respected at this time."