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Nature Bufers on the River Frome

Nature-based Buffers on the Frome

The Rivers Trust Water Stewardship Scheme. Helping to replenish nature

The Wye and Usk Foundation are working alongside farmers in the Wye Valley to implement on farm nature-based solutions which reduce the risk of flooding, improve water quality and biodiversity and replenish water in the catchment.

Location

The River Frome in the Wye Valley

Habitat Creation

2 new wetland ponds to reduce nutrient runoff and flood risk

Water Replenished

24,515 m3 (per year)

Working with partners who share our commitment to water stewardship allows us to trial innovative nature-based buffers and demonstrate the multiple benefits natural solutions like these can deliver.

Bridie Whittle

Senior Catchment Advisor, Wye & Usk Foundation

The Rivers Trust

Wye & Usk Foundation

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