Chippenham - Watchlist site 28
The site
This site at Bromham near Chippenham has experienced persistent illegal tipping of waste over a long period of time. Access could not be restricted due to people living on the site and concerns remain about ongoing waste activity.
The Environment Agency has carried out regulatory action, and legal proceedings involving the site operator and landowner are underway.
The local authority is managing matters relating to individuals living on the site. We and our partner organisations will continue to monitor the site, assess environmental risks, and take appropriate action where necessary.
The problem
The site has a significant visual impact on the nearby area and odours emitted by the waste have been detected. Large amounts of green waste on site present a real fire risk and as water from the site drains to a lake then to a brook, this threatens to pollute nearby waterways.
The action we've taken
Enforcement and legal action is underway, and together with our partners, we are working together to remove any obstacles to stopping the illegal activity.
We will continue to monitor the site, assess environmental risks and work with partner organisations to take appropriate action where necessary.
This site is in the court process.