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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Wetlands
Teeming with insects, rich in plants and a haven for mammals, wetlands offer an unforgettable experience. They play a vital role in supporting wildlife, purifying water and capturing carbon.
Water and Wetlands in Worcestershire
From the mighty River Severn to the tiniest farm ponds, Worcestershire has some fantastic wetlands. Sadly, the county has lost large areas of wetland habitat due to drainage, over-abstraction of groundwater and physical modification of rivers and streams. We are working with partners to protect what remains and create new areas for the future.
Chalk rivers
Cool, crystal-clear waters flow over gravelly beds, streaming through white-flowered water-crowfoot and watercress in serene lowland landscapes.
Natural Networks funding increased to encourage more wildlife-rich habitats
Natural Networks grants, available for projects which aim to create or restore wildlife-rich habitats, have been increased to cover 70% of the total project cost.
Weeks on woodlands and wetlands
From clearing fallen trees to checking fencing, Jack details what he has been up to so far this winter...
Wetland work helps wildlife and people
Work has been completed that will help to reduce downstream flooding and create habitat for wildlife.
Protecting Worcestershire’s Wetland Wildlife
In summer 2025 generous supporters raised £325,000 to buy 14 hectares (34.5 acres) of land on Longdon Marsh in the south of the county.
Love Your River Bromsgrove
Defra's Love Your River campaign sought to raise public awareness about the health of our rivers and the water we use. We worked closely with Partners in Bromsgrove to deliver wetland improvements and raise awareness about the town's watery habitats
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.
Wildlife
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Wetland restoration
An area of a hidden nature reserve is being improved for wildlife thanks to funding from Severn Trent’s Boost for Biodiversity.