People from across Pewsey have been praised after coming together to help tackle floods that hit the village overnight.

A week of heavy rain has brought chaos to Wiltshire, with over 1,000 homes flooded nationally, according to the Environment Agency.

But the village of Pewsey united on the evening of Thursday, January 4, in an extraordinary show of community spirit, as locals who had never met spent the night filling sandbags and helping the homes worst affected by the floods.

The evening has been described by Pewsey Parish Council as “a night to remember,” and multiple residents and businesses have now taken to social media to praise all those involved.

“There are far too many individuals to mention, but particular thanks go to Pewsey Fire Station, Bouverie Hall, A.G Builders, The Royal Oak, Marshalls Bakery, Carol Parsons, Coun Kerry Pycroft, Coun Richard Marshall, and especially Coun Judy Kunkler who co-ordinated the response,” said a spokesperson for Pewsey Parish Council.

“What a fantastic community we live and work in.”

Julia Marshall was just one of the residents who was on the receiving end of community support last night as her home was hit by Storm Henk.

“Our house filled up with amazing people with sandbags, buckets and brushes, many of whom I didn’t even know,” she commented on the Pewsey Community Facebook page.

“Words fail me.”

“One minute there was about four of us moving bags about and then suddenly people were turning up left right and centre,” added Richard Marshall.

Spa in Pewsey also took to social media to share their pride in the community and the way the storm brought the village's ‘unsung heroes’ together.

“We were not part of the efforts last night but we have heard how amazing so many people were in helping with the sandbags,” said a spokesperson for the corner store.

“Feeling very proud of Pewsey this morning. You’re all amazing.”

Workers at JR Waste and Removal Solutions, who were up late last night helping the team effort, have asked that any residents needing further help get in touch with the business.

“What a bittersweet 24 hours it has been,” the company said.

“It was a long night last night but it was heartwarming to be a part of this and help where possible.”

“I’m a particularly proud wife today,” added Katie Martin, whose husband was one of those delivering sandbags to homes.

“Not all heroes wear capes.”