River Lea Catchment Partnership - Rivers Rib & Quin

Catchment projects

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The River Quin rises near Barkway, flowing south to join the River Rib at Gatesbury. The River Rib originates near Buckland, running south through Buntingford and Puckeridge to join the River Lea at Bengeo near Hertford.

2. Invasive Non-Native Species Control

Themes: Ecology and biodiversity

This project aims to eradicate invasive non-native species (INNS) from the catchment. Read more ...

7. Restoring natural processes along the River Quin

Theme: Ecology and biodiversity; People

The River Quin is being restored as part of a small-scale project that will train local volunteers. Read more ...

3. Friends of the Rib and Quin

Theme: Ecology and biodiversity; People

A new community group has been established to support conservation and engagement across the Rib Valley. Read more ...

8. Re-naturalising the River Rib at Buntingford

Theme: Ecology and biodiversity; People

Buntingford Town Council are looking to enhance 2km of the River Rib for wildlife and people of the town. Read more ...

5. Fish bypass at Standon

Themes: Ecology and biodiversity

Installation of a fish pass over a weir at Standon to allow fish to move up and down river. Read more ...

4. Restoring the Rib for Wild Fish

Theme: Ecology and biodiversity; People

Bringing the River Rib back to life; restoring the river to teem with wild fish and create a thriving fishery for anglers. Read more ...

6. Enhancing Pentlows Meadow for Wildlife

Theme: Ecology and biodiversity; People

Braughing Parish Council are aiming to restore a section of the River Quin and its floodplain habitats in the heart of Braughing. Read more ...

1. Riverfly Monitoring Initiative

Theme: Data and understanding; Water quality

Establishing Riverfly Monitoring along the Rivers Rib and Quin. Read more ...

10. Riparian Rights and Responsibilities

Themes: People

This project aims to improve riparian landowner understanding of their rights and responsibilities and stimulate action for the river. Read more ...

9. Catchment Sensitive Farming - County Wide

Themes: Water quality

Helping farms to play a key role in cleaning up rivers and streams. Read more ...

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Projects affecting entire catchment

Last updated: 2 May 2023