Have your say on the regeneration of Merton Meadow, Hereford, Thursday 17 July to Sunday 31 August 2025.
We would like to hear your ideas and views to help shape the design of a new urban village that is set to transform the Merton Meadow area in the north of the city.
What would you like to see in the regeneration of Merton Meadow, Hereford?
We are looking to create an exciting new neighbourhood close to Hereford city centre. The new urban village will be a pioneering example of an environmentally led and sustainable community.
An innovative new wetland scheme is already planned to address flooding in the area. The first of its kind in the UK, the wetland flood alleviation scheme will work with nature to address flooding using a series of ponds and wetlands connected by water channels. Roughly the size of three football pitches, new wetland habitats will be created for wildlife, bringing nature into the heart of our city. With boardwalks and public spaces for residents and visitors, we will create a beautiful space to visit.
Subject to planning permission, work to construct the flood alleviation scheme is scheduled to start in the autumn and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Addressing the flooding issues will unlock the area for future development and drainage capacity for up to 400 new homes.
You can help shape what the new neighbourhood looks like, and the types of homes, community facilities and amenities that should be included.
Have your say
The public consultation is launching on Thursday 17 July, with drop-in sessions at Maylord Orchards centre (ground floor, Unit 51), Hereford, 12-8pm.
Please book you place via Eventbrite. This will help us make sure there are enough members of staff available to provide information and answer your questions.
The consultation will open online on this page from 18 July until 31 August 2025, so please bookmark it and come back and take part.
Engagement sessions are also being held with local stakeholder organisations and businesses.
This is the first phase of the consultation process. There is still a way to go before any firm ideas for the regeneration of the area are developed.
We need as many people as possible to take part in the consultation - residents, visitors, organisations and businesses - to make sure the design inspires a sense of community and belonging while having excellent amenities.
More about the proposed flood alleviation scheme
View the the planning application for the proposed flood alleviation scheme.