Understanding Urban Rivers Training Course

Would you like to be able to identify the signs of a healthy river?

Join us as we journey through the evolution of a river, from source to mouth. We will cover key concepts that explore the physical characteristics and functioning of river systems.

You will gain an understanding of the importance of protecting the ecology and natural processes of a river system while learning about some of the negative impacts rivers are facing and the consequences these can have.

This course provides foundational knowledge and is compulsory if you want to attend our Introduction to River Restoration course.

When:

Thursday 9th April, 2026

Where:

Chingford Station Community Hub, Chingford Station, Station Road, E4 6AL (to the left of the Station entrance)

Times:

10:00 - 14:00: classroom session at Chingford Station Community Hub

14:00 - 16:30: site visit and river health assessment

Contact:

For further details, please contact Issy Petersen-Adams (issy.petersen-adams@thames21.org.uk, 07739627665)

This course is free and open to anyone aged 18 and over. 16 and 17 year olds may also attend but must be accompanied by an adult.

If you have any specific access requirements please get in touch and we will do our best to make the event as accessible as possible.