Flood protection event takes place in west Berkshire

West Berkshire residents are being invited to a flood forum to discuss the district’s recent drenching.

There’s a Pang Valley Flood Forum event on 20 January to be held at Hamstead Norreys village hall.

Anyone affected by flooding who wants to find out more about how to protect themselves in the future can attend.

Here's what's in store for you at this exhibition:

Discover Local Projects: Get first-hand information on the latest local flood protection initiatives and learn how they're safeguarding your community.

Meet the Experts: Engage in conversations with key organisations, including the Pang Valley Flood Forum, West Berkshire Council, Project Groundwater, Environment Agency, Thames Water, and more. They're here to listen and answer your questions, provide advice and support, and share valuable insights about flood preparedness.

Hands-On Experience: Witness innovative flood protection devices in action and explore the incredible ‘Floodmobile’, a flood house on wheels equipped with around 50 different property flood protection measures. It's your chance to see directly how to make your home more flood resilient.

Cllr Stuart Gourley, Executive Member for Climate Action, Recycling and Biodiversity at West Berkshire Council, said:

“Flooding can cause widespread devastation to communities and infrastructure, so it is important we all take measures to prevent and prepare for floods now and in the future. Residents attending this event will be in a unique opportunity to reinforce their understanding of flood protection and connect with the experts in the field.”

The Pang Valley Flood Protection Exhibition on Saturday 20 January, from 1:00pm to 6:00pm at the Hampstead Norreys Village Hall, RG18 0TR.

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