Locals are being invited to find out more information about a new £4 million flood alleviation scheme in Worcestershire.

An open day is being held later this month for the Badsey Brook flood scheme, which aims to reduce the risk of flooding to around 290 homes and businesses in Broadway, Childswickham and Murcot.

The flood storage area in Broadway will be able to hold up to 135,000 cubic metres of water during times of flood and will only allow a set amount of water to flow downstream at times of intense and high rainfall. This will reduce flood risk along the Badsey Brook downstream of Broadway.


The open day event will give visitors the chance to see the construction works in action and the progress made so far. Members of the Environment Agency project team will also be available to provide information and answer questions.

The project is scheduled to be finished in spring 2018.

Dan Wilkinson from the Environment Agency said: "This is a significant scheme for residents living in Broadway, Childswickham and Murcot who know only too well the devastating impact flooding can have. The open day will give them an opportunity to see the work in action and see for themselves how, once completed, the scheme will help reduce the risk of flooding."

Cllr Barrie Parmenter added: "Broadway Parish Council are delighted that the project is progressing well and which when completed, will improve the lives and alleviate the worries of many residents of Broadway and the surrounding area."

(LM)