Approximately 6,500 to 8,500 tonnes of waste have been deposited at watchlist site 117 at Wychavon in Worcestershire. The waste is predominantly soils/aggregate, trommel fines (from the mechanical treatment of waste) and shredded wood waste. There is no permit or exemption, which authorises the deposit of waste on the site. The Environment Agency last attended the site in May 2026, when officers observed what appeared to be an increase in the amount of waste onsite.

The site is situation adjacent to a site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a small watercourse. At this stage there is no risk to the nearby environment. 

The Environment Agency is part of a multi-agency partnership group, which includes West Mercia Police and Wychavon District Council. Enforcement Officers from our Environmental Crime team have regularly attended the site. Wychavon District Council has issued a Stop Notice under the planning regime, which requires waste tipping to cease and the waste to be removed. 

 We will continue to monitor the site and assess any environmental risks in collaboration with our partners.

We continue to keep the MP informed.