Advocate for Rivers
Britain's rivers need a voice. Be one.
Campaign for clean water, restored habitats, and stronger legal protections.
Our Programmes
Each of our five programmes targets a different aspect of river conservation, from hands-on habitat work to schools education and national advocacy.
River Restoration
Restoring degraded rivers and their banks across 37 catchments through hands-on ecological work that regenerates habitats and brings wildlife back.
Learn more →Water Quality Watch
Community monitoring of pollution, chemical runoff, and river health. Volunteer data drives accountability and informs legal action against polluters.
Learn more →Wildlife Guardians
Protecting water voles, otters, salmon, and the species that depend on healthy rivers through monitoring, habitat creation, and community engagement.
Learn more →Riverside Schools
Connecting young people to their local rivers through curriculum-linked sessions, field visits, and school partnerships that build a generation of river stewards.
Learn more →Advocate for Rivers
Campaigning for legal protections, planning reform, and government accountability on river health. Sign petitions, write to your MP, and add your voice to ours.
Learn more →What supporters are saying
Voices from the campaign
Get in touch about a campaign
Write to us
Alder & Otter, River House, Hereford HR1 2NQ
Call our campaigns team
01432 765 000 — Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm
Your views matter to us
We offer a range of initiatives focused on river restoration, habitat protection, and community engagement. Our programs include direct conservation projects, educational workshops, and volunteer opportunities that allow individuals to connect with nature while making a tangible difference. Together, we can create a thriving ecosystem for wildlife.
Our programs are primarily supported by donations and grants, allowing us to offer many of our services at no cost to participants. We encourage donations for those who can, as they help us continue our vital work in conservation. For specific events or training sessions, there may be nominal fees to cover materials.
We focus primarily on conservation and environmental education, serving individuals, schools, corporate partners, and community groups. Our programmes are designed to engage a diverse range of participants who share a common goal: to protect our natural habitats and wildlife for future generations.
Our team consists of experienced conservationists, ecologists, and community specialists with years of practical experience in river and wildlife restoration. We collaborate with local organisations and experts to ensure our methods are effective and our educational content is accurate and relevant.
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