River Restoration
Uplifting the Upper Cray
16/06/2026Find out how we restored the Upper River Cray in London to improve water quality, reconnect habitats and support wildlife through nature-based solutions.
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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.
River Restoration
Find out how we restored the Upper River Cray in London to improve water quality, reconnect habitats and support wildlife through nature-based solutions.
Fish Passage and Connectivity
Restoring fish passage along the Hogsmill, reconnecting more than 6 km of rare chalk stream habitat for fish and wildlife.
River Restoration
Discover how the South East Rivers Trust restored the Upper Wandle, a rare chalk stream in South London.
River Restoration
Working with volunteers and partners to restore habitats along the River Wandle, creating a healthier, more resilient river for wildlife and the local community.
Land Management and Farming
Supporting growers across the South East to build long-term water resilience through practical, collaborative and nature-based solutions.
Education and Schools
Find out about Our River, Our Water education programme which offers free, curriculum-linked sessions helping primary school pupils understand the value of water and build a lasting connection with their local rivers.
Education and Schools
Project Kingfisher connects children with their local river through engaging, hands-on learning experiences in and around the classroom.
Citizen Science and Monitoring
Discover how trained volunteers survey river outfalls, uncover hidden pollution and provide evidence that helps water companies and the Environment Agency take action.