Dene River Watch
– Wellesbourne & Walton

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Dene River Watch – Wellesbourne and Walton

The River Dene provides a valuable habitat for a wide range of wildlife and is an important part of the natural environment enjoyed by the communities of Wellesbourne and Walton. To help protect this resource, the Dene River Watch – Wellesbourne and Walton project was established in 2025 to monitor water quality in the river.

Volunteers regularly measure concentrations of key nutrients which, at elevated levels, can degrade river habitats and harm wildlife. By collecting data year-round from multiple locations over a three-year period, the project will significantly improve understanding of nutrient pressures affecting the river.

Working in partnership with the Environment Agency, local authorities, and other stakeholders, the project aims to support action to conserve and enhance the river’s natural environment.

The project receives financial support from Wellesbourne and Walton Parish Council.