Species Recovery
Bringing water voles back to the Hogsmill
29/07/2026We restored vital river and wetland habitat before returning water voles to Surrey after an absence of more than 20 years.
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Explore river restoration, conservation and community projects taking place across South East England. Discover how we're working with partners, landowners, businesses and local communities to help rivers thrive again for people and wildlife.
Species Recovery
We restored vital river and wetland habitat before returning water voles to Surrey after an absence of more than 20 years.
Community Engagement
Helping people reconnect with some of the world's rarest rivers. Chalk Stream Connectors brings communities together through arts, culture, nature and volunteering to celebrate and protect local chalk streams.
Natural Flood Management
Working with nature across the Upper Mole catchment to reduce flood risk, improve water quality and create healthier habitats for wildlife and communities.
Linking rivers to floodplains
We are restoring the River Beult in Kent through nature-based solutions that improve water quality, strengthen flood and drought resilience, and create healthier habitats for wildlife.
Natural Flood Management
Restoring 18 hectares of floodplain in Kent to help the Upper Beult hold water naturally, reduce flood risk, improve water quality and create wetland habitat.
Catchment Partnerships
Working with farmers and partners to restore habitats, improve river health and build climate resilience across the Darent Valley.
Natural Flood Management
Working with landowners and partners across Kent, we delivered Natural Flood Management projects that help reduce flood risk while supporting wildlife and improving river catchments.
River Restoration
Discover how we're restoring the River Wandle at Culvers Avenue by improving habitats, increasing biodiversity and supporting a healthier river ecosystem.
River Restoration
Find out how we’ve restored 750 metres of the Hogsmill river at Elmbridge Meadows, transforming a heavily modified channel into a healthier, more natural space for wildlife and the local community.
Research and Innovation
Find out how we’re using geospatial tech to beat Himalayan Balsam.
Wetland Creation
Discover how Chamber Mead Wetlands is improving water quality, creating wildlife habitat and protecting the Hogsmill river through nature-based solutions.
Habitat Enhancement
Find out how we're restoring the River Teise by improving fish passage and enhancing habitats, helping to create a healthier and more resilient river for wildlife and people.