Rivers
From otters to freshwater shrimps, all animals are dependant on an abundant and reliable supply of clean water. Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure.
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Chalk rivers
Cool, crystal-clear waters flow over gravelly beds, streaming through white-flowered water-crowfoot and watercress in serene lowland landscapes.
World Rivers Day Walk
This link will open on the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust website.
Join us for an 8 mile walk along the River Trent, showcasing the amazing work happening to make the river corridor a wilder place.
River Arrow
This link will open on the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust website.
Beautiful stretches of river, meadows and woodland
River lamprey
The river lamprey is a primitive, jawless fish, with a round, sucker-mouth which it uses to attach to other fish to feed from them. Adults live in the sea and return to freshwater to spawn.
Shocking state of England’s rivers
As the Environment Agency release figures today that reveal just 17% of England’s rivers are in good health, the Blueprint for Water coalition is urging communities across England to make a stand…
River Restoration Officer
This link will open on the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust website.
We're seeking an experienced practical conservationist to work with partner organisations, contractors and local communities to deliver enhancements to rivers and greenspaces in Coventry.…
Justice for the River Lugg
Damaged stretch of river must be restored following successful prosecution by Natural England and Environment Agency writes Herefordshire Wildlife Trust.
River Trip with Orwell Lady
This link will open on the Suffolk Wildlife Trust website.
Join us on the river to celebrate the wonderful wildlife found in Suffolk’s waters, and our relationship with this incredible habitat that surrounds us.
Wildlife at risk on farms as vital hedge and river rules vanish
The National Trust, RSPB and The Wildlife Trusts say rivers and hedgerows are at increasing risk as UK Government fails to enshrine basic protection for nature on farms.
The Wildlife Trusts say River Wye Action Plan is welcome but must go further to “restore the river to full health”
Today, the UK Government has announced a long-awaited action plan for the River Wye.
Old River Bed
This link will open on the Shropshire Wildlife Trust website.
Old River Bed is a Shrewsbury Town Council nature reserve and home of our joint beaver project.