Church could 'become' island if 'ham-fisted' Hinkley saltmarsh plans go ahead

Residents raise concerns over controversial plans for saltmarsh at Hinkley Point C

Residents have raised concerns over controversial plans to build a saltmarsh at Hinkley Point C, which they say could turn the Grade I-listed church of St Peter's into an island.

EDF, the company behind the Hinkley Point C project, wants to create a saltmarsh on the Somerset Levels near the power station to compensate for the loss of intertidal habitats elsewhere on the site.

But residents say the scheme is "ham-fisted" and will have a devastating impact on the landscape.

EDF says the saltmarsh is needed to mitigate the impact of the Hinkley Point C project on the environment.

The company says the saltmarsh will create a new habitat for wildlife and help to reduce the risk of flooding.

But residents say the saltmarsh will be too big and will ruin the view from the church.

They are also concerned that the saltmarsh will make it difficult to access the church, which is a popular tourist destination.

A spokesperson for EDF said: "We understand the concerns of the local community and we are committed to working with them to find a solution that meets their needs."

The company said it is carrying out further studies to assess the impact of the saltmarsh.

The plans for the saltmarsh are currently being considered by Somerset County Council.

Residents have until 5th November to submit their comments on the plans.

The church of St Peter's is a Grade I-listed building and is one of the most important historical sites in Somerset.

The church was built in the 12th century and has been a place of worship for over 800 years.

The church is located on a hill overlooking the Somerset Levels and is a popular tourist destination.

The church is also a popular venue for weddings and other events.

If the plans for the saltmarsh go ahead, the church could become an island, which would make it difficult to access.

This would have a devastating impact on the church and would make it difficult for people to visit and enjoy this important historical site.

Residents are urging EDF to reconsider the plans for the saltmarsh.

They say the saltmarsh is too big and will ruin the view from the church.

They are also concerned that the saltmarsh will make it difficult to access the church.

EDF has said it is committed to working with the local community to find a solution that meets their needs.

The company is carrying out further studies to assess the impact of the saltmarsh.

Residents have until 5th November to submit their comments on the plans.