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Broads IDB

Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement, Martham Pumping Station Replacement, Brograve Pumping Station Replacement

Upper Thurne project set to expand with Repps pumping station upgrade

Plans to bring forward the replacement of Repps Pumping Station will further strengthen the Upper Thurne’s flood resilience, with enabling works expected to begin within weeks.

Published: August 21, 2026

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Broads IDB

Mautby Water Level Management Improvements Project

Protecting homes, businesses and 1,117 hectares of agricultural land and grazing marshes, from flooding.

Published: August 11, 2026

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Projects

Broads IDB

Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement, Martham Pumping Station Replacement, Brograve Pumping Station Replacement

Construction progresses across Upper Thurne Project July / August 2026

Construction is now well underway at Potter Heigham, Martham and Brograve pumping station sites.

Published: August 11, 2026

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Projects

Broads IDB

Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, Horsey Pumping Station Replacement, St Benets Pumping Station Replacement, Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement, Martham Pumping Station Replacement, Brograve Pumping Station Replacement

Upper Thurne Project Reaches Major Milestones as New Pumps Are Commissioned and Construction Progresses

New pumps are commissioned at Horsey and St Benet's while foundation works advance at Martham, Potter Heigham and Brograve.

Published: June 24, 2026

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Broads IDB

Brograve Pumping Station Replacement

The Brograve Pumping Station Replacement is part of the Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, which is a major investment in the resilience of the River Thurne catchment

Published: June 12, 2026

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Broads IDB

Martham Pumping Station Replacement

The Martham Pumping Station Replacement is part of the Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Project, which is a major investment in the resilience of the River Thurne catchment

Published: June 12, 2026

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Broads IDB

Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement

The Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement is part of the Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Project, which is a major investment in the resilience of the River Thurne catchment

Published: June 12, 2026

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Boards WMA

Broads IDB East Suffolk WMB King’s Lynn IDB Norfolk Rivers IDB Pevensey & Cuckmere WLMB South Holland IDB Waveney, Lower Yare & Lothingland IDB

Delivering Recovery, Resilience and Lasting Impact

The IDB Storm Recovery and Asset Improvement Fund has provided a significant opportunity for the sector to recover from the impacts of severe weather, while investing in the future of water level management infrastructure.

Published: June 1, 2026

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Broads IDB

Protecting Our Waterways Starts at Home: Raising Awareness of Pet Flea Treatments and Water Quality

Raising awareness of the impact that some pet flea and tick treatments can have on water quality and aquatic wildlife.

Published: May 29, 2026

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Boards WMA

Broads IDB Norfolk Rivers IDB Waveney, Lower Yare & Lothingland IDB

Supporting Cleaner Rivers Across Norfolk

The Water Management Alliance Sustainable Development Team is pleased to promote the Norfolk Rivers Trust septic tank upgrade scheme, delivered in partnership with Our Rivers.

Published: May 15, 2026

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Projects

Broads IDB

Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, Horsey Pumping Station Replacement, St Benets Pumping Station Replacement, Potter Heigham Pumping Station Replacement, Martham Pumping Station Replacement, Brograve Pumping Station Replacement

Contractor appointed for Upper Thurne pumping station upgrades

The Broads Internal Drainage Board (BIDB) has awarded a £9.5 million contract to BAM Nuttall to deliver three replacement pumping stations as part of the Upper Thurne Flood Risk Management Project.

Published: May 10, 2026

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Broads IDB

St Benets Pumping Station Replacement

The completed St Benets Pumping Station Replacement is part of the Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, which is a major investment in the resilience of the River Thurne catchment

Published: November 5, 2025

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Broads IDB

Horsey Pumping Station Replacement

The completed Horsey Pumping Station Replacement is part of the Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project, which is a major investment in the resilience of the River Thurne catchment

Published: November 5, 2025

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Broads IDB

Upper Thurne Integrated Drainage Improvement Project

A major investment in the River Thurne catchment and the 13 pumping stations that play a vital role in protecting over 6,300 hectares of low-lying land, including nationally and internationally designated habitat. Projects will safeguard homes, local communities, tourism and infrastructure.

Published: September 29, 2025

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Broads IDB

Loughlin’s Marsh Project

A partnership initiative funded by the National Highways, with land donated by RSPB. It was designed and delivered by the Broads Internal Drainage Board to create 72 acres of wetland, islands and scrapes

Published: September 14, 2025

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