Upcoming public events involving Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA)
Flood Group network meetings
Three flood group network meetings are being held this Spring for the catchments of the rivers Tone, Axe and Brue, and Parrett. These meetings are for flood wardens, councillors, town and parish clerks and anybody else who is interested in working together with others to reduce the risks and impacts of flooding.
Start-up meetings were held back in the autumn. These meetings are follow-ups, based on what participants had to say at – and about – the initial meetings. There was particular enthusiasm for the aims of exerting influence and bringing about change.
The River Tone catchment meeting was held on Tuesday 24 March at the headquarters of Somerset Wildlife Trust in Taunton.
The Parrett catchment meeting was held on Tuesday 14 April in the Parrett Room in Langport Town Hall.
The Axe-Brue catchment meeting will be held on Monday 27 April, 6-8pm, at Bagley Baptist Church, Coldnose, Bagley, Wedmore, BS28 4TG
All venues have free parking nearby.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
Contact Bel.Deering@somerset.gov.uk to book your place or find out more.
April 2026
Bathpool area community flood recovery drop-in
An event on Thursday 30 April, between 3 and 6.30pm, at the Brittons Ash Community Hall, TA2 8FT. Following Storm Chandra at the end of January, at least 14 homes and three businesses suffered flooding in the Bathpool area.
This event is for local people to share their experiences so that what happened can be better understood. It’s also a chance to find out more about possible sources of support and information.
Among the organisations attending will be Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and Somerset Rivers Authority.
West Monkton Parish Council will be offering tea, coffee and biscuits.
Any questions, please contact infoccu@somerset.gov.uk or floodwessex@environment-agency.gov.uk
May, June, July 2026
Flood Cafés
Flood cafés are for people who have been affected by flooding and / or are worried about future flooding.
The cafés offer the chance to gather, have a cuppa, and discuss experiences in a friendly, relaxed setting.
Hosted by Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) and facilitated by Glastonbury Mental Health Network, these cafés are spaces for open dialogue, discussion, and mutual support.
Three events are being held in Moorland Village Hall, Huntworth Lane, Moorland, TA7 0AX on Monday 11 May, Monday 15 June and Monday 13 July. All are between 6pm and 7.30pm.
There is no agenda and no cost for attendees.
Tea, coffee, and cake are provided.
There is free parking and level access.
Contact Bel.Deering@somerset.gov.uk to book your place or find out more. Dr Deering is part of the SRA’s community team.
