Major funding announced for flood defences scheme in South Cave
£9.5 million has been earmarked for the project which will begin in 2028
South Cave is set to get major protection from flooding thanks to a £9.5 million investment announced this week.
The funding, from the government’s Flood and Coastal Resilience Innovation Programme, will pay for a new flood alleviation scheme designed to reduce the risk to around 180 homes, local businesses, and key roads.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is leading the project, which will see improvements to water storage, drainage systems, and local watercourses. Construction is expected to start in 2026 and take around two years.
Council Leader Anne Handley called it “fantastic news” for South Cave, saying it shows the council’s commitment to keeping communities safe from extreme weather.
The village has a history of severe flooding, and the new scheme aims to make it much more resilient in future.
The Environment Agency, which is supporting the work, says it’s a great example of working together to tackle the challenges posed by climate change.
South Cave is one of 25 projects around England sharing £150 million of DEFRA funding to trial innovative ways of managing flood risk.