Colne Valley - A landscape on the edge
This Rivers and Wetlands Project is a partnership project that includes conserving water voles and managing the many fisheries across the Colne Valley for conservation.
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Broadwater Lake – A Vital Wetland Refuge in the Colne Valley
Conservation Manager, Tim Hill, takes a closer look at the essential role Broadwater Lake plays in the Colne Valley, recognised nationally for its importance to nature.
Wetlands
Healthy wetlands store carbon and slow the flow of water, cleaning it naturally and reducing flood risk downstream. They support an abundance of plant life, which in turn provide perfect shelter,…
Colne Valley water voles get funding boost
As part of a project partnership in the Colne Valley, Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust has secured funding to conserve the single water vole population in the Colne Valley.
World Wetlands Day 2023
Wetlands provide a vital ecosystem supporting wildlife, people and the planet - find out more about the wetlands in the region and what action we can take to protect them.
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.
Chess Valley Challenge
Take on the challenge of a 10 mile sponsored walk along the Chess Valley.
Walk the Chess Valley Challenge
Chess Valley Challenge to raise funds to protect Hertfordshire's chalk streams
Angling and nature conservation – working in partnership in the Colne Valley
Fisheries have the potential to be fantastic refuges for nature - our partnership project helps anglers identify the habitat needs and manage their fisheries for both wildlife and people.
Living Rivers
Within Hertfordshire and Middlesex, over 600km of intertwining rivers, streams, brooks and canals flow across the landscape; connecting people, places and most importantly natural spaces for…
Celebrating wetlands – where land meets water
We may be a ‘wet’ nation, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss is…
Assistant Reserves Officer
As an Assistant Reserves Officer you will work within a team managing and developing the Trust’s nature reserves for people and wildlife. Your work place includes internationally
recognised…