Family Friendly Guided Walk, Elmbridge Meadows – Hogsmill River

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Family Friendly Guided Walk, Elmbridge Meadows – Hogsmill River

Join us for a free, family friendly walk to learn about the Hogsmill River and become a Junior River Ranger!

This interactive walk is part of a river restoration project to transform a 1km stretch of the Hogsmill as it flows through Elmbridge Meadows.

This event is suitable for 5-12 year old’s, accompanied by an adult.

Booking is essential, please only book a space for the children attending.

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Please note, there are no toilets on site.

 

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Richmond Green Community Information Stall – River Wandle

Join us and partners Ebsford Environmental and Sutton Council on Tuesday 27th August to learn more about the River Wandle and the Richmond Green river restoration project, which is taking place this September.

We will also have activities for children including a river dipping table, crafts and a river themed scavenger hunt. 

Our stall will be set up in the green space between Richmond Green Road and River Wandle. Nearest postcode: CR0 4SA. Google map HERE 

There is no need to book for any of the activities, just come along on the day.  

Please note that there are no toilets on site.

 

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Elmbridge Meadows Community Day – Hogsmill River

Join us on Thursday 29th August for a day of river-themed family fun!

Come and learn more about the Elmbridge Meadows river restoration project at the SERT information stall or take part in one of our activities which include a river cleanup, kids crafts and a river dipping table.

Our stall will be set up at the entrance to Elmbridge Meadows, just off the roundabout at Elmbridge Avenue, and Raeburn Avenue. Nearest postcode: KT5 8EN. Google map HERE 

The river cleanup activity will begin at 12:30pm, finishing at 2:45pm. Some spaces will be available on the day but you can also book your space via our separate event listing HERE.

The river cleanup activity can be done from the banks or in the water, wearing waders. The activity will be supervised by SERT staff and we will provide all the equipment you will need. The activity is suitable for under 16s if they are accompanied by an adult. 16-18 year old’s will need to be accompanied or have written parental consent to take part (please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more info). No under 14s will be able to enter the water.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for the river cleanup that will take place during the open day, please click HERE.

There is no need to book for any of the other activities, just come along on the day.  

 

Please note that there are no toilets on site.

 

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

River Cleanup at Elmbridge Meadows Community Day – Hogsmill River

Activity Description: As part of the Elmbridge Meadows Community Day, take part in a river cleanup to remove litter from the river and banks.

Rubbish in our rivers is a big problem. Not only is it unsightly, it also has a huge environmental impact; harming wildlife and leaking chemicals and pollutants into the water. If it’s not picked up, it often makes its way into our oceans where it is estimated it will persist for hundreds of years, damaging marine ecosystems and even ending up in our food chain as micro-plastics.

The river cleanup activity can be done from the banks or in the water, wearing waders. The activity will be supervised by SERT staff and we will provide all the equipment you will need. The activity is suitable for under 16s if they are accompanied by an adult. 16-18 year old’s will need to be accompanied or have written parental consent to take part (please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more info). No under 14s will be able to enter the water.

Meeting point: The SERT Information Stall at Elmbridge Meadows, near to the Rose Walk Nature Reserve, just off the roundabout at Elmbridge Avenue, and Raeburn Avenue. Nearest postcode: KT5 8EN. Google map HERE 

What to bring: Please wear appropriate clothes and footwear. If it is hot, please bring a hat and sun cream. There will be options to work from the bank or in the water in waders. We will provide refreshments but please bring a bottle of water.

Booking: please rsvp using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot. If the event is already fully booked then please sign yourself up to the waiting list and we’ll be in touch if a space becomes available. There will also be some spaces available on the day.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Tuesday 27th August.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Tuesday 6th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930-1000: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Monday 5th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930-1000: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Sunday 4th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

1200-1230: Arrive
1230: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1245: Gravel Seeding
1400: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1430: Gravel Seeding
1600: Finish 1600

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Thursday 1st August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Dorking Balsam Bash – River Mole

Activity Description: Volunteer with us at Puddenhole and Castlefields in Dorking to help remove the invasive plant, Himalayan balsam, from the top of the banks of the River Mole.

Himalayan balsam is a big problem for river banks up and down the country. In addition to bringing competition for pollinators, this non-native invasive plant competes with native plants for light, nutrients and space, leading to an overall reduction in biodiversity. Moreover, the fact that the balsam dies back in the winter means that it leaves river banks bare and susceptible to erosion, and the dead leaves and stems can also cause blockages, which lead to flooding.

What’s more, each plant can produce up to 800 seeds per year – and one plant can propel copious amounts of that seed a distance of up to seven metres. This seed can spread considerably further if carried by the river, making it certain – if unchecked – to be more widespread year on year.

Meeting point: Meet on the fields down from the south side of Reigate Road A25, along from Hillier Garden Centre, Brockham, Dorking RH4 1NP, just over Deepdene Bridge, look out for the SERT Flag. Google map HERE

What to bring: Please wear appropriate clothes, long trousers and long sleeves and appropriate footwear. If it is hot, please bring a hat and sun cream. We will be only working from the banks of the river. We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a bottle of water and a packed lunch.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot. If the event is already fully booked then please sign yourself up to the waiting list and we’ll be in touch if a space becomes available.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Sunday 30th June 2024.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Chamber Mead wetland community planting day – Hogsmill River

Activity Description: Join us at the recently constructed Chamber Mead wetland to help plant a range of native wetland plants. Once established, these plants will help to filter pollutants from the water and will provide food, shelter and habitat for local wildlife.

Meeting point: Meet at the entrance to Chamber Mead, just off Green Lanes, Ewell, KT19 9SZ. Google map HERE

What to bring: Please wear appropriate clothes and footwear. The site may be very muddy, you might wish to wear your own walking shoes/wellies but we might be working in shallow water and will provide wellies and waders if required. We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring your own lunch and water.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please rsvp using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot. If the event is already fully booked then please sign yourself up to the waiting list and we’ll be in touch if a space becomes available.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Friday 26th April.

Please note: The event may finish early if all of the plants have been planted!

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

SERT is committed to becoming a more inclusive, equal and diverse organisation. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances. This applies to our event attendees and volunteers as well as all our staff, trustees and job applicants. To help us maintain accurate data about who is coming to our events, we would be grateful if you would spend a couple of minutes completing our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Questionnaire by clicking HERE. Completing this form is voluntary, and any data you submit will be held securely and only used for the purpose of monitoring our organisational profile.

Making a difference during Loddon Rivers Week

Posted on by Ian Lamont

Almost a year to the day that the South East Rivers Trust constructed a backwater on the River Loddon in Charvil Meadows, we were back to do further enhancements as part of Loddon Rivers Week 2021.

This was just one of a series of river work that took place during this celebration of the River Loddon and its tributaries, between 18th-26th September. The work to co-ordinate the week was funded by the Environment Agency.

During the week, volunteers planted native plants to stabilise the banks of the previously constructed backwater, put in gravel to a chalk stream, tackled invasive species and enjoyed learning about bats.

Several partners were involved in the week, including Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, the Loddon Fisheries and Conservation Consultative, Blackwater Valley Countryside Partnership, Hampshire County Council and Dinton Pastures County Park.