The diatom assemblages ofsurfacesediment in tidal beachsupply a very importantscientificevidenceforrestoring the paleoenvironment, the changesofshoreline and the sea level.
On Wednesday Mr Justice Ouseley said the words used by Parliament "to define 'town or village green' are broad enough to permit the registration of a tidalbeach", provided certain tests were met.
The beach here, adorned with a tidal pool, acts as welcome respite from the bustle of the town, while the walks along Chapel Cliff and through the valley itself are among the best throughout the region.
Habitats in the biosphere reserve comprise barrier islands, beach and sand dunes, salt marshes, maritime forests, tidal creeks, fresh and brackish water impoundments and open water areas.