£3.1m upgrade works completed to future‑proof water supply for Keysoe and Ravensden
New water pipes have been installed between Keysoe and Ravensden as part of a £3.1million project to reduce bursts, and keep water flowing for decades to come.
The work included replace existing pipes which may have led to recurring bursts and affected the local water supply with Anglian Water teams ensuring the project was completed as quickly and safely as possible.
Alongside the installation of new pipework, work was carried out to fix a few existing issues uncovered along the route, including replacing older lead supply pipes and repairing culvert drains. It work will avoid the need to dig the road up again at a later date.
This latest upgrade programme follows an initial £600,000 investment scheme to upgrade the network in the area back in 2022.
Matthew Newbold, Customer Experience Specialist for the project, said: “We operate in the driest region of the country, but the East of England is also one of the fastest growing. That’s why we’re building for better, with projects like this, which will help make sure we can keep taps running and toilets flushing for years to come.
“We worked closely with local residents and stakeholders throughout this project and we are grateful for their support and understanding during the duration of the project. We were pleased to have been able to modify our works or traffic management measures at times in order to support local community events such as the Scarecrow Festival, Christmas, various weddings, funerals, Remembrance services and fireworks displays.
“Our teams even took the time to volunteer at the Stables Christian Centre, repair damaged signs in the villages, and donate money towards a local playground, all in the spirit of being a good neighbour during our time in the area.
"We’d like to thank residents in Keysoe, Ravensden, Bolnhurst, Wilden and surrounding villages for bearing with us while we completed this important upgrade to keep your taps flowing for years to come.”
The work was delivered by Anglian Water’s long-term delivery partner, the @one Alliance working to build better water infrastructure across the region. Find out more information on Anglian Water’s website.