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Cambridgeshire Animal Haven Faces Move for New Reservoir
12 Oct
Summary
- An animal rescue center may be forced to relocate.
- A multi-million pound reservoir is planned for the area.
- Water companies are consulting on the reservoir proposal.
The RSPCA Block Fen Animal Centre, established in 2003 in Wimblington, Cambridgeshire, is anticipating a potential relocation. This move is prompted by proposals from Anglian Water and Cambridge Water to develop a new multi-million pound reservoir in the Fens area.
The Fens Reservoir project is currently in its development phase, with an application anticipated to be submitted to the Planning Inspectorate in 2028. If granted approval, the reservoir could significantly contribute to water supply, potentially serving up to 250,000 homes in the region.
Anglian Water has affirmed its commitment to collaborating closely with the RSPCA throughout this process. Discussions are underway concerning appropriate compensation and necessary support for the animal rescue centre during the potential transition and relocation.
