Anglian Water plans to build a major reservoir in Lincolnshire, with construction potentially beginning in 2031, pending regulatory approval. The proposed site is located south of Sleaford, near the villages of Scredington and Burton Pedwardine.
The project aims to secure a long-term water supply for approximately 750,000 homes across the region. If approved, it would result in the flooding of around five square kilometres of land and the loss of at least 15 homes and farms.
Initial survey work is set to begin shortly, although Anglian Water has clarified that this does not mark the start of construction. The utility provider is continuing to develop its plans to submit a formal application in 2028 through the development consent order process.
The proposal has received political support, including from Chancellor Rachel Reeves, signaling broader government interest in strengthening the UK’s water infrastructure. For B2B stakeholders, the project represents a significant opportunity across construction, engineering, environmental consultancy, and utility supply chains.
