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Elmbridge Meadows dead hedging- Hogsmill River

Join us at the newly restored section of the Hogsmill river in Elmbridge Meadows to erect a dead hedge.

Works are currently underway to re-naturalise a 1km stretch of the river between the A3 and Rose Walk Nature Reserve.

Once work is complete, the hedge will provide an important barrier, to protect the restored sections of river and allow the new habitat to establish and thrive.

Dogs love using the river to swim and play, and this has been an important consideration throughout the design of the Enriching Elmbridge Meadows project. We are creating two ‘doggy dips’ which are sloping, reinforced sections of bank where dogs can enter the water. By directing dogs towards these areas, and restricting access to others, we can protect the important habitat works and also provide safe entry and exit for dogs to continue using the water.

Meeting point: In the greenspace 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. We will provide refreshments but please bring a bottle of water and a packed lunch.

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.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Monday 18th November.

Under 16’s will need to be accompanied by an adult, unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent. Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Submit parental consent for unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s.
  • 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.

Elmbridge Meadows dead hedging- Hogsmill River

Join us at the newly restored section of the Hogsmill river in Elmbridge Meadows to erect a dead hedge.

Works are currently underway to re-naturalise a 1km stretch of the river between the A3 and Rose Walk Nature Reserve.

Once work is complete, the hedge will provide an important barrier, to protect the restored sections of river and allow the new habitat to establish and thrive.

Dogs love using the river to swim and play, and this has been an important consideration throughout the design of the Enriching Elmbridge Meadows project. We are creating two ‘doggy dips’ which are sloping, reinforced sections of bank where dogs can enter the water. By directing dogs towards these areas, and restricting access to others, we can protect the important habitat works and also provide safe entry and exit for dogs to continue using the water.

Meeting point: In the greenspace 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. We will provide refreshments but please bring a bottle of water and a packed lunch.

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.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Sunday 17th November.

Under 16’s will need to be accompanied by an adult, unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent. Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Submit parental consent for unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s.
  • 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.

River Restoration at Morden Hall Park – River Wandle

Working closely with landowners the National Trust, the South East Rivers Trust will be working to improve river habitats along the Wandle as it flows through Morden Hall Park.

This restoration work builds on the work previously delivered in 2015 and 2020, 2022 and 2023 which provided valuable refuge habitat for small fish fry and helped kick start natural processes.

This project aims to increase habitat diversity to support a wider range of wildlife, it’s a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature!

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

Meeting point: 

We will be meeting in Morden Hall Park, exact location will be shared in advance of the event.

There is paid parking available (free for NT members) at Morden Hall Park.

What to bring: 

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Sunday 27th October.

Minimum age 16 years old, unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent. Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it,
  • Submit parental consent for unaccompanied16 &17 year old’s.

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.

River Restoration at Morden Hall Park – River Wandle

Working closely with landowners the National Trust, the South East Rivers Trust will be working to improve river habitats along the Wandle as it flows through Morden Hall Park.

This restoration work builds on the work previously delivered in 2015 and 2020, 2022 and 2023 which provided valuable refuge habitat for small fish fry and helped kick start natural processes.

This project aims to increase habitat diversity to support a wider range of wildlife, it’s a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature!

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

Meeting point: 

We will be meeting in Morden Hall Park, exact location will be shared in advance of the event.

There is paid parking available (free for NT members) at Morden Hall Park.

What to bring: 

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on 12th November.

Minimum age 16 years old, unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent. Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it,
  • Submit parental consent for unaccompanied16 &17 year old’s.

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.

River Restoration at Morden Hall Park – River Wandle

Working closely with landowners the National Trust, the South East Rivers Trust will be working to improve river habitats along the Wandle as it flows through Morden Hall Park.

This restoration work builds on the work previously delivered in 2015 and 2020, 2022 and 2023 which provided valuable refuge habitat for small fish fry and helped kick start natural processes.

This project aims to increase habitat diversity to support a wider range of wildlife, it’s a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature!

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

Meeting point: 

We will be meeting in Morden Hall Park, exact location will be shared in advance of the event.

There is paid parking available (free for NT members) at Morden Hall Park.

What to bring: 

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Sunday 20th October.

Minimum age 16 years old, unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent. Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it,
  • Submit parental consent for unaccompanied16 &17 year old’s.

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.

Water Vole Survey Community Event for the Upper Beult Project – River Medway

What are we doing?

Come and join us in Shadoxhurst, Kent, to learn about our Upper Beult wetland creation project and help us survey for Water Voles. These large voles, which are only found along grassy banks of suitable watercourses, were once widespread across much of the UK and Moat Farm is still home to them.

We will head out across the picturesque site and look for water voles, burrows, latrines and feeding signs to better understand their presence and distribution.

Meeting point: Moat Farm, Shadoxhurst, Kent TN26 1LY.  Google map HERE, What3Words: ///hedgehog.chosen.motorist

Parking available on site

What to bring:

  • Comfortable, sturdy shoes. Hiking boots or wellies are both suitable.
  • Weather appropriate clothing. Please bring a waterproof coat and extra layer if it’s chilly or a hat and suncream if it’s likely to be hot.
  • A bottle of water and a reusable coffee cup. We will have water, refreshments and cups available but you may want to bring your own as well.
  • A packed lunch.
  • Outdoor or gardening gloves if you have, if not we will have some spare.

Plan for the day: 

10:00 – Meet, look out for the SERT flag!

10:15 – Introduction to SERT, H&S and overview of the day. Tea and coffees will be available.

10:45 – Get kitted up and head down to the river to start the water vole survey.

12:15 – Lunch.

13:00 – Continuation of water vole survey.

14:00 – Finish

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Wednesday 2nd October.

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.

River Clean Up in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description: In the lead up to World Rivers Day on the 22nd September why not take part in a river clean-up 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.

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

The river clean-up 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 outside the Maidenbower Community Centre, Crawley RH10 7QH. Google map HERE 

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: 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 Sunday 15th September 2024.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

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

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided. Refreshments will be provided but do bring your own travel cup if you have one.

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.

Goat Bridge river cleanup – River Wandle

Work is underway at Goat Bridge on the river Wandle to lower a 1.6m weir and create a new flood storage area and wetland habitat.

This project will enhance 500m of chalk stream habitat and make this section of the river passable to fish so that they can access different parts of the river for food, refuge and spawning.

You can read more about the project here: Goat Bridge – South East Rivers Trust

Before a planting event at the weekend, we need your help to remove rubbish and plastic pollution from the river.

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 not suitable for under 16’s. 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).

Meeting point: 

Wandle Trading Estate, Goat Road, Mitcham, CR4 4HW. Google Map HERE.

The nearest station is Mitcham Junction.

If you are travelling by car, please don’t park along the Trading Estate Road, there is unrestricted street parking available along Budge Road.

What to bring: 

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Wednesday 11th September.

Under 16’s will need to be accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it,
  • Submit parental consent for 16 &17 year old’s.

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.

Goat Bridge planting – River Wandle

Work is underway at Goat Bridge on the river Wandle to lower a 1.6m weir, improve the river channel through the installation of berms and create a new flood storage area and wetland habitat.

This project will enhance 500m of chalk stream habitat and make this section of the river passable to fish so that they can access different parts of the river for food, refuge and spawning.

You can read more about the project here: Goat Bridge – South East Rivers Trust

The final stage of this project is planting the newly installed berms, which have narrowed the river channel to create a more natural width and shape.

A selection of native plants will be planted, and once established they will help to stabilise the berms and support the diverse range of wildlife that calls the Wandle home.

We will provide all necessary tools and equipment.

Meeting point: 

Wandle Trading Estate, Goat Road, Mitcham, CR4 4HW. Google Map HERE.

The nearest station is Mitcham Junction.

If you are travelling by car, please don’t park along the Trading Estate Road, there is unrestricted street parking available along Budge Road.

What to bring: 

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Please dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

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

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Friday 13th September.

This event is not suitable for under 16’s. Unaccompanied 16 and 17 year old’s will need written parental consent.

Please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it,
  • Submit parental consent for 16 &17 year old’s.

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 – Hogsmill River

We need your help to introduce gravels to the Hogsmill river.

The new 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.

The bulk of this work will be using rakes to move gravel across the riverbed, there may also be some shoveling and wheelbarrowing.

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

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity, working in the river in waders. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury.

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

Meeting Point:

The gravel seeding is taking place at multiple locations along the first 2.5km of the river from where it rises in Ewell. The exact meeting point will be confirmed by email a few days before the event and will be dependent on progress of works on the preceding days.

What to Bring:

– We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring your own lunch and plenty of water.
– 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 5pm on Thursday 29th August.

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year old’s will need parental consent to attend, please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

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, afternoon session- Hogsmill River

We need your help to introduce gravels to the Hogsmill river.

The new 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.

The bulk of this work will be using rakes to move gravel across the riverbed, there may also be some shoveling and wheelbarrowing.

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity, working in the river in waders, and may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury.

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

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

Meeting Point:

The gravel seeding is taking place at multiple locations along the first 2.5km of the river from where it rises in Ewell. The exact meeting point will be confirmed by email a few days before the event and will be dependent on progress of works on the preceding days.

What to Bring:

– We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring your own lunch and plenty of water.
– 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 5pm on Thursday 29th August.

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year old’s will need parental consent to attend, please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

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, morning session – Hogsmill River

We need your help to introduce gravels to the Hogsmill river.

The new 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.

The bulk of this work will be using rakes to move gravel across the riverbed, there may also be some shoveling and wheelbarrowing.

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity, working in the river in waders, and may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury.

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

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

Meeting Point:

The gravel seeding is taking place at multiple locations along the first 2.5km of the river from where it rises in Ewell. The exact meeting point will be confirmed by email a few days before the event and will be dependent on progress of works on the preceding days.

What to Bring:

– We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits but please bring your own lunch and plenty of water.
– 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 5pm on Thursday 29th August.

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year old’s will need parental consent to attend, please email volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org for more information.

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.

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.