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
05/09/17
– Luton Lea news
The Big Count event is coming
Join us on Friday 6 October to celebrate and investigate the River Lea in Luton. Read more...
04/09/17
– Middle Lea news
2017 River Lea Catchment Conference BOOKING OPEN
This years River Lea Catchment Conference will be held 18th October 2017 at Bayfordbury Science Learning Centre. Read more...
25/08/17
– Lower Lea news
Volunteer eel monitors needed
We are seeking volunteers to assist with eel monitoring throughout September as part of the Conserving Slimy Wrigglers Project. 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