Welcome to the website of the Lea Catchment Partnerships – bringing together people and projects for the benefit of the River Lea and its tributaries.
The River Lea and its tributaries - the Mimram, Beane, Ash, Rib, Quin and Stort - drain over 1000 km2 of south-east England. These rivers include rare and precious chalk streams, canals and navigations, and urban watercourses. To find out more about the rivers, the catchment partnerships, and to view the catchment plans, please navigate using the map opposite or the menu bars above.
Latest news
26/06/17
– Luton Lea news
Volunteers needed to help Luton save water
Community charity Groundwork Luton and Bedfordshire is working with Affinity Water on Luton Water Wardens, a new project to help Luton residents to save water, leading to savings in energy and money. Read more...
23/06/17
– River Mimram news
New trail highlights rare habitat in Welwyn
A brand new nature trail that takes in some of the best habitat in Welwyn Garden City has today opened at Tewinbury Farm Hotel. Read more...
22/06/17
– Lower Lea events
What Lies Beneath? – The Fish of the River Lea
Guided walk 24/07/2017 Lea Valley Regional Park. Read more...
Roll over the map to highlight a river catchment, click to view information for that river and view the projects and their progress.
A fantastic citizen science scheme helping local volunteers monitor the water quality of their local river