The Cerne Abbas Giant, a large chalk hill figure in Dorset, is undergoing its next scheduled restoration as experts begin re-chalking the landmark. Multiple outlets report that the Giant is entering a new phase after a period of exposure to weathering, and that the work is part of a once-a-decade maintenance cycle. The restoration involves applying fresh chalk to refresh and preserve the figure’s visibility on the hillside. Coverage describes the process as labor-intensive and time-consuming, indicating that crews are undertaking an “arduous” makeover to return the Giant’s lines and overall appearance. The reports do not provide detailed timelines, costs, or projected completion dates, but they describe the initiative as a planned, expert-led intervention rather than an emergency repair. Overall, the information shared across sources centers on the start of the re-chalking work and the Giant’s status as Britain’s best-known chalk figure, with the restoration intended to maintain its appearance for the coming years.