The council has secured more than £1m from the Environment Agency to support a variety of different schemes over the next year

Flooding at Whitewebbs Park in January 2021

More than £1million in funding has been secured by Enfield Council to deliver a series of flood alleviation projects across the borough.

The funding, confirmed by the Environment Agency for the upcoming 2026/27 financial year, will support a range of projects in both urban and rural areas.

The projects include natural flood management for Salmons Brook at Enfield Chase, a flood alleviation scheme in Bullsmoor where the Turkey Brook flows through, a new wetlands at Enfield Playing Fields, as well as sustainable drainage systems for Grange Park Primary, Highlands, De Bohun and Eversley schools.

The investment forms part of the council’s long-term strategy to reduce flood risk across the borough.

The funding has been made possible through partnership working between the council, Environment Agency and the Department for Education.

Sabri Ozaydin, cabinet member for environment and placemaking, said: “This significant investment is a major step forward in our work to protect Enfield residents from the increasing risks of flooding caused by climate change. We are proud to be working with partners to deliver innovative projects that not only reduce flood risk but also enhance our natural environment and create greener, healthier spaces for our communities.

“From wetlands and natural flood management schemes to sustainable drainage in schools, this programme reflects our long-term commitment to building a more resilient Enfield.”

Work on the projects is expected to progress throughout the upcoming financial year.

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