Chilterns Chalk Streams Project
The Chilterns Chalk Streams Project is a partnership set up to conserve & enhance chalk streams in the Chilterns National Landscape @chilternsnl.bsky.social
- Tracking the Impact Only a few days left! Come and learn more at the free event. Book now! Tuesday 10th February 19:00 to 21:30 Chesham Cricket Club
- Tracking the Impact Only three days left! Come and learn more at the free event, book NOW! Saturday 7th February 10.00 to 14:00 Brushwood Suite in the Wades Centre Princes Risborough
- Tracking the Impact Tuesday 10th February 19:00 to 21:30 Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- Tracking the Impact Saturday 7th February 10.00 to 14:00 Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- Tracking the Impact Tuesday 7th February 10.00 to 14:00. Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- Tracking the Impact Tuesday 10th February 19:00 to 21:30 Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- Tracking the Impact Saturday 7th February 10.00 to 14:00 Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- Tracking the Impact Tuesday 10th February 19:00 to 21:30 Do you want to know more about the programme? Join us in February! Book now:
- ‼️The new River Chess Smarter Water Catchment eNewsletter has just gone out ‼️ It's full of news, the latest results and upcoming events. If you haven't received it contact us and we will add you to our mailing list! chesscs@chilterns.org.uk
- Happy New Year! See you by a #ChalkStream soon 🤞
- Wishing you a wonderful festive break, from all the Chilterns Chalk Streams Team! We shall see you in the New Year. 🎄🥳🐟 #chalkstream #troutstanding
- Winter flow monitoring! Surface water rains have increased flows over the last month. These rains are also just starting to be seen in the Aquifer Recharge, the underground sponge that feeds our precious #chalkstreams in drier months. After the dry summer, this is welcome news. #gowiththeflow
- Are you a Riverfly volunteer looking to expand your skills? Take the next step and join our Extended Riverfly training day! Monday 13th April, Restore Hope Latimer eventbrite.co.uk/e/extended-riverfly… @chilternsnl.bsky.social
- Interested in volunteering in river conservation? Join our Riverfly Training course to learn how to monitor aquatic macroinvertebrates - everyone welcome! Saturday 18th April, Restore Hope Latimer, HP5 1TU eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977870797799?aff… @chilternsnl.bsky.social
- Our partners at the Floods and Droughts Research Infrastructure programme are running an exciting workshop on environmental sensor innovation on February 16-17th 2026. Take a look to find out more and apply for a space:
- Want to monitor chalk stream restoration projects? Join our Modular River Physical Survey training day to learn how to assess river habitats - everyone welcome! Saturday 28th February, Hughenden Manor, HP14 4LA eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977877500848?aff… @chilternsnl.bsky.social
- Fantastic morning at Chenies School celebrating “Slow the Flow”! From cutting water use & surface flow to raising awareness of chalk streams, the community came together to share achievements. chilternstreams.org/our-work/projects/c…
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- The CCSP Newsletter has gone out at the start of the month. If you've missed it, no worry! Sign up for on our mailing list and you can get the CCSP newsletter straight to your (virtual) door! chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- Great news for the river Chess! The Environment Agency confirmed that it has revoked Affinity Water’s licence to abstract water from Chesham Pumping station
- River Chess Citizen Science Evening - TODAY! Join us to discover the latest findings from citizen science on the River Chess. See you all this evening
- ‼️Tomorrow ‼️ River Chess Citizen Science Evening Join us to discover the latest findings from citizen science on the River Chess! We will celebrate a year of great work by our citizen science teams, and share the latest updates on the River Chess. See you all there!
- If you are in London the free "Thirst- In Search of Freshwater" exhibition at the Wellcome collection is well worth a visit! We were really impressed with the cafe's **Wonderwater menu** revealing the hidden water footprint behind your food @wellcometrust.bsky.social
- 🌈The Chilterns are beautiful this time of the year! 🌈 Autumn light has a dramatic potential, creating a unique atmosphere for photography. The best time to capture this light is just after sunrise and before sunset, when the sun is low on the horizon. 🌔 Share your favourite photos with us! 👇
- MoRPh Training day Excellent attendance at our Modular River Survey day. We need more monitors to survey our chalk streams, especially the Hamble Brook and Hughenden Stream. Get in touch if you think you can help! chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- Last week the we joined the Chilterns National Landscape team and visited the Luton Henge. The site is used for community events and performances and part of the Nature Calling Programme designed to promote connection between communities and their local National Landscape. @chilternsnl.bsky.social
- ‼️Two weeks to go ‼️ River Chess Citizen Science Evening Join us for an evening of celebration and socializing. You will hear about NOSES and SmartRivers surveys, the impacts of the phosphate stripping in Chesham and updates on new collaborations. See you all there!
- 🐟Great day today learning about Redd surveying. 🐟 If interested in surveying for redd contact us! chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- The unseasonal warm weather we are having means that you can spot Trout redds, spawning sites, on some rivers like the recently restore River Gade. The redds in the photos are from the section restored in 2018.
- ❗Redd Survey Training ❗ Don't miss the opportunity to train for redd surveys! If you are interested in helping monitor brown trout on the Chess, join the free training day this Monday Nov 17 from 9:30am to 12pm bit.ly/487rYCf @chilternsnl.bsky.social @riverchesspaul.bsky.social
- 🐟Redd Survey Training 🐟 We are running redd surveys to monitor our brown trout population, and we need your help. Take part in the training and help monitor brown trout on the Chess. Latimer Park Nov 17 from 9:30am to 12pm bit.ly/487rYCf @chilternsnl.bsky.social @riverchesspaul.bsky.social
- Chess - Sarratt Cottages Have a look at some of these amazing photos take with a drone! Enjoy the Autumn colours in the Chilterns 🍃🍂🍄💛
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- 🐟Redd Survey Training 🐟 We are running redd surveys to monitor our brown trout population. If you are interested in helping monitor brown trout on the Chess, take part in the training! Latimer Park Nov 17 from 9:30am to 12pm bit.ly/487rYCf @chilternsnl.bsky.social @riverchesspaul.bsky.social
- River Chess Citizen Science Evening Do you will hear about our NOSES and SmartRivers surveys, the impacts of the phosphate stripping and updates on new research collaborations happening on the Chess? Join us in December, everyone welcome!
- ‼️Last opportunity ‼️ Biofilm Survey Training Tomorrow! Tuesday, November 4 · 1:30 - 2:30pm Moor Road Chesham HP5 1SA Researchers from Cranfield University are looking for your help to monitor river pollution events through collecting biofilm samples on rocks!
- We had a great time with The Collett school on the River Gade! This is a new site for us and we would love to work with more schools in the Hemel Hempstead area. Get in touch to book your free workshop or river trip for this academic year chilternstreams.org/learning/
- Biofilm Survey Training Tuesday, November 4 · 1:30 - 2:30pm Moor Road Chesham HP5 1SA Researchers from Cranfield University are looking for your help to monitor river pollution events through collecting biofilm samples on rocks! Book below if interested:
- River Chess Citizen Science Evening Tuesday 2nd December 18:00 White Hill Centre We welcome citizen scientists and anyone interested in chalk streams to join us for an evening of celebration and socializing. You will hear about surveys and updates on new collaborations.
- Looking for free half term activities? We have 2 story and craft sessions next week in Rickmansworth and Amersham. Come and find out about the wildlife Suitable for ages 3-10years, no booking required.
- NATIONAL REPTILE AWARENESS DAY! In the UK we have six native species - common lizard, sand lizard, slow-worm, grass snake, smooth snake and adder- plus several non-native ones. If you want to know more about how we support these species get in touch with us: chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- On Saturday we had a great time working with some new volunteers who helped us survey phosphate levels in the Chess. If you're interested in joining us in one (or more) of our survey groups, contact us and we'll be happy to provide you with all the options! chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- Riverfly Training Day. Last week we had a great day training a group of motivated volunteers in riverfly survey. On the day we practised the ARMI three-minute kick sampling method and ID on target species. If you are interested, please contact us: chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- The CCSP Newsletter will be out soon! If you are not on our mailing list let us know and we can add you so you get the latest news about our wok, or projects and events: chalkstreamsvolunteers@chilterns.org.uk
- 🌿 The Chilterns National Landscape is seeking a garden designer for Chesham Station’s eco-friendly redesign. Help inspire sustainable gardening while keeping the garden’s charm! 📄 Download the brief: chilternstreams.org/2025/10/03/garden-d… #GardenDesign #CheshamInBloom
- Join us for a hands-on day of science and environmental action! We're collecting river water samples to test for phosphate levels and need your help. No experience needed—just curiosity and a passion for protecting our precious chalk steam the River Chess. Sign up here: bit.ly/4n1Fwo9
- ‼️One month to go‼️ Modular River Survey (MoRPh) training day bit.ly/466Ujr1 Only few spaces left!
- Extended Riverfly training day on the Chess. Thanks to Steve Brooks, co-chair of the Riverfly Partnership and Simon Stebbings, Riverfly Hub Coordinator for their time. Thanks to everyone who turned up and gave their best effort! Next training session will be early spring 2026, watch this space 👀
- Hands-on day of science and environmental action! Collecting river water samples to test for phosphate levels. No experience needed! 📅 Saturday 18th October
- River Chess Water Survey Day - Chorleywood Saturday 18 October 10:30 bit.ly/4n1Fwo9 Don't miss this opportunity!
- River Chess Water Survey Day Great day surveying for NOSES (Nutrient Ongoing Scrutiny Evaluation Survey) on the river Chess. The samples taken from the river will tell us about the level of phosphate in the water. If you are interested we are in Chorleywood next Saturday: bit.ly/4n1Fwo9
- World Mental Health Day Take time this weekend to spend time in your local park or nature reserve or visit one of the local chalk streams of the Chilterns. Sit down and take your time. Look at the rolling clouds and enjoy the sound of the the wind in the trees and the whispering current...
