River Clean Up in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

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River Clean Up in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description: In the lead up to World Rivers Day on the 22nd September why not take part in a river clean-up to remove litter from the river and banks.

Rubbish in our rivers is a big problem. Not only is it unsightly, it also has a huge environmental impact; harming wildlife and leaking chemicals and pollutants into the water. If it’s not picked up, it often makes its way into our oceans where it is estimated it will persist for hundreds of years, damaging marine ecosystems and even ending up in our food chain as micro-plastics.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

The river clean-up activity can be done from the banks or in the water, wearing waders. The activity will be supervised by SERT staff and we will provide all the equipment you will need. The activity is suitable for under 16s if they are accompanied by an adult. 16-18 year old’s will need to be accompanied or have written parental consent to take part (please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org for more info). No under 14s will be able to enter the water.

Meeting point: The SERT Information Stall outside the Maidenbower Community Centre, Crawley RH10 7QH. Google map HERE 

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

Booking: please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot. If the event is already fully booked then please sign yourself up to the waiting list and we’ll be in touch if a space becomes available. There will also be some spaces available on the day.

Booking for this event will close at 5pm on Sunday 15th September 2024.

Please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided. Refreshments will be provided but do bring your own travel cup if you have one.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@staging.southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Tuesday 6th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@staging.southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930-1000: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Monday 5th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@staging.southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

0930-1000: Arrive
1000: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1015: Gravel Seeding
1130: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1200: Gravel Seeding
1300: Lunch (not provided)
1345: Gravel Seeding
1530: Finish

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Sunday 4th August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@staging.southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.

Gravel Seeding Works in Maidenbower, Crawley- River Mole

Activity Description:
The South East Rivers Trust would like your help with introducing gravels into the Stanford Brook and Gatwick Stream in Maidenbower, Crawley, both being tributaries of the River Mole. This work will be taking place throughout the week commencing 5th August 2024.

This is the first of many activities as part of our river restoration plan for the Upper Mole, and we are inviting the local communities to join us.

The newly seeded gravel will create riverbed features, such as pools and riffles, providing improved habitat for aquatic species. This habitat is essential for aquatic plants, invertebrates and fish as it offers refuge and spawning areas.

Volunteers will be putting on a pair of waders and gloves to move gravel into the river at designated spots, using shovels and wheelbarrows. We will then spread and rake the gravel along the riverbed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help restore your local river for the benefit of nature and to meet new people!

Please be aware that this is a very physical activity and a minimum level of fitness is required. This activity may not be suitable for anyone with back pain or other musculoskeletal injury

All tools and equipment, inc. steel toed waders and gloves will be provided.

Meeting Point: Exact points to be confirmed

Day Plan:

1200-1230: Arrive
1230: Wader up, Introduction, Health & Safety
1245: Gravel Seeding
1400: Tea/Coffee Break (provided by SERT)
1430: Gravel Seeding
1600: Finish 1600

What to Bring:
– Your own gardening gloves, if you prefer (note, they will likely get wet!) and your own boots/waders, though they would have to be steel toed for safety.
– Your own lunch
– Plenty of water, flask etc
– Appropriate outdoor clothing, extra layers and waterproofs

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please RSVP using the button below and complete the form to secure your spot.

Booking for this event will close at: 1700 on Thursday 1st August 2024

Minimum age 16 years old. 16 and 17 year olds will need to be accompanied by an over 18 year old throughout the day.

Please email volunteering@staging.southeastriverstrust.org to:

  • Find out more information,
  • Cancel your space if you can no longer make it.

To read our Health and Safety Guidelines for this event please click HERE.

Photos and video footage will be taken at this event and used by the Trust for promotional purposes (including but not limited to printed materials, social media, newsletters and the website) and potentially shared with our external partners and funders. From time to time, external media agencies could also take photos, film or record our events.

The Trust’s lawful basis for processing this is “Legitimate Interests” under the General Data Protection Regulations. As an individual you have rights. If you wish for SERT to stop processing this data for you, please talk to a member of staff or email info@staging.southeastriverstrust.org.

To read our Privacy Policy and see how we use and look after the information you provide when booking your spot at our events please click HERE.