Roadworks lasting a month to reduce flooding risk

The works in Winsham will be carried out between Court Street and Back Street

Motorists have been warned of a four-week road closure in a Somerset village.

Diversions will be in place in Winsham while work is carried out to reduce the risk of flooding and surface water ahead of the winter.

Somerset Council is responsible for the drainage scheme on Church Street, where a phased 24-hour closure is due to last until 21 October.

The council said access for residents will be maintained and businesses will be open as usual.

Lead member for transport and digital Richard Wilkins said: “It is vital we get this work done before the winter as excess surface water can cause all kinds of problems.

“Our team will do everything they can to minimise disruption during the work. Residents can raise any concerns or issues they may have with the site supervisor.”

The first stage of the work on the B3162 will be carried out between Court Street and Pooles Lane to ensure access to the village primary school.

It will then move to the opposite side of the carriageway to complete the works from Pooles Lane to Back Lane.

The number 96 bus service will continue to operate in Winsham but will only collect passengers in Davies Close and will not stop at Drimpton and Clapton.