This January was particularly destructive, with the sea wall breached, sand washed away and the outside terrace area of the cafe destroyed.
The council took swift action to reinforce the wall with boulders.
A small sand cliff shows how much sand was moved.
The defences towards Downderry held.
Surfers enjoy the large waves offshore.
Silhouetted walkers on the sea wall.
All images © Ian Foster / fozimage