Scarborough Bridge to Lendal Bridge We are improving the existing flood defences here to reduce the risk of flooding to 42 homes and 15 businesses within the Marygate community of York. What we’ve done so far: • Obtained planning permission from City of York Council to improve the flood embankment in Museum Gardens • Worked closely with York Museum Trust, City of York Council and Historic England to come up with a design that not only acts as a viable flood defence, but also fits in with this much used and well-loved public space • Agreed a design that minimises the impact on the Hospitium and protects the true service tree, which is very rare and was a key concern for local people.