Improving Flood Resilience for Hebden Royd Businesses
As winter approaches, flood risk is on many of our minds - but together, we can be better prepared. Join fellow business owners, local Flood Wardens, and other experts for a practical, down-to-earth workshop on protecting against flood risk and improving business resilience in Hebden Bridge and Mytholmroyd.
What you’ll learn:
When flooding is possible
- How to interpret live information
- Deciding when and how to activate your flood plan
- Staying safe when flooding threatens
Planning ahead
- Reviewing and updating your business flood plan and flood kit
- Involving your staff so everyone knows what to do
Protecting your premises
- Maintaining or installing flood protection measures
- Practical, low-cost steps to improve your property’s resilience
Insurance insights
- Understanding current options and the future of flood cover
- Exploring specialist flood insurance and alternative solutions
Working together
- Sharing ideas on how local businesses can support one another before, during, and after flooding
- Learning from other flood-prone communities
Please note - this session is NOT about the proposed Flood Alleviation Scheme for Hebden Bridge.
📅 Date & time: Tuesday 29th September, 5.30 - 7.30pm
📍 Location: Waterfront Hall, Hebden Bridge Town Hall
This event is hosted by the Hebden Royd Business Forum and is free for all businesses to attend. Booking is essential to ensure there's enough space.
Let’s strengthen our community’s flood resilience together.
Location
Hebden Bridge Town Hall, HX7 7BY