A LARGE number of homes in Winchcombe are expected to be without power for hours. 

The power cut is affecting 63 homes in Winchcombe with National Grid saying that those affected may not have electricity returned until 5pm. 

According to National Grid's live power cut map, the company "estimates" that "the problem will be resolved by 5pm" today (October 28). 

The following areas are being affected: 

- GL54 5HN

- GL54 5YL

- GL54 5YX

- GL54 5YY