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Rivers

Look down on the Derwent Valley from Curbar Edge, skip across the stepping stones of Dove Dale, or walk by the banks of the Trent and you can see how our relationship with place is influenced by rivers. Our landscapes have been shaped by flowing water over millennia, the dynamic environments in our rivers providing life for many forms of plants and wildlife. These rivers are essential, not only to support our wildlife, but also for our own health and wellbeing.
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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.

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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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Rivers 2040

A new 18-month project from The Wildlife Trusts, Trent Rivers Trust and RSA Insurance will map and analyse the economic, environmental and societal benefits of restoring nature along the River Trent.
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Willington Wetlands

This former gravel quarry in the Trent Valley is home to the first beavers back in Derbyshire after 800 years. They enjoy access to the whole of the 40 hectares of wetland habitat. The wetlands…

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Wetlands: Natural Solution

Wetlands are special places characterised by high water levels, waterlogged soils, and specially adapted plants. They might be permanently wet or only flood seasonally. Wetlands include marshes, wet grassland, floodplains, and fens.
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World Wetlands Day 2023

Today we are celebrating World Wetlands Day 2023, raising the awareness for wetlands and why they should be protected. Here are five things that wetlands do for us as a society.

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Chalk rivers

Cool, crystal-clear waters flow over gravelly beds, streaming through white-flowered water-crowfoot and watercress in serene lowland landscapes.

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Rights for Rivers

From fast-flowing streams in the Dark Peak to the meandering and majestic Trent, the culture and landscape of Derbyshire has centred on waterways for centuries. But under the surface, all is not well.