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<\/p>\nThe Wraysbury Drain at the Splash used to look like this<\/p>\n
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but now looks like this (November 2025) because the channel has not worked properly for years.<\/p>\n
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Significant effort and expenditure over the last decade has failed to resolve issues.\u00a0 Today the channel is blocked both upstream (towards Wraysbury Station) and downstream at Feathers Lane.\u00a0 So here is my suggestion for a possible letter from Wraysbury Parish Council to riparian owners along the Wraysbury Drain.<\/p>\n
Dear Riparian Owner,
\nRe: Wraysbury Drain – Riparian Maintenance Responsibilities
\nWe are writing to remind you of your responsibilities as a riparian owner along the Wraysbury Drain, a vital piece of land drainage infrastructure that has served our village for over 200 years.
\nThe drain has not functioned properly for some time due to inadequate maintenance. When the channel becomes blocked or overgrown, it significantly exacerbates flooding in our community and delays the recovery process following flood events.
\nUnder common law, riparian owners have a legal duty to maintain the watercourse where it passes through their property. This includes:
\nKeeping the channel clear of obstruction
\nControlling vegetation that impedes water flow
\nRemoving debris and silt accumulation
\nEnsuring banks are stable and in good repair
\nWe kindly request that you inspect your section of the Wraysbury Drain and undertake any necessary maintenance works at your earliest convenience. Regular upkeep will benefit all residents and help protect our village from preventable flooding.
\nShould you have any questions about your responsibilities or require guidance, please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Council.\u00a0 Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining this important community asset.
\nYours faithfully,
\n[Clerk Name] Parish Clerk [Parish Council Name] [Contact details]<\/p>\n
I look forward to RBWM fixing the Wraysbury Drain issues in 2026.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n END<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Wraysbury Drain at the Splash used to look like this but now looks like this (November 2025) because the channel has not worked properly for years. Significant effort and expenditure over…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[41,40,210],"class_list":["post-2965","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-feathers-lane","tag-wraysbury-drain","tag-wraysbury-drain-maintenance"],"yoast_head":"\n