A public consultation is to be held over a proposed flood alleviation scheme in Wilton.

The Environment Agency has drawn up plans to protect 30 homes in the town currently at risk of flooding from the River Wylye.

Proposals include building a raised flood embankment around the edge of the recreational ground, joining the existing flood defences beside Wiley Terrace, The height of the flood bank will be approximately 0.5m above existing levels with shallow side slopes.

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In addition, an access ramp would be provided over the embankment, while a flood wall is also being proposed to protect properties in Crow Lane.

The EA aims to secure funding and obtain planning permission by this autumn. Work will then begin to draw up detailed designs as well as carry out further public consultation.

If approved, construction will begin in early 2018 with completion scheduled for summer 2018.

The consultation will take place at The Cricket Pavilion in Wilton from 3pm – 7pm on Friday, 10 March.

Mark Goldingay of the Environment Agency said: "This event is an ideal opportunity for people to learn about the Environment Agency's latest plans for Wilton. Environment Agency officers will be on hand to explain the proposals and the steps people can take to prepare themselves against flooding. We'd like to hear the views of local residents and look forward to sharing ideas on how best to reduce flood risk in Wilton."

(LM/CD)