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River Restored to Natural Flow After Centuries
13 Jun
Summary
- River Breamish restoration aims to return it to natural, multi-channel floodplain flow.
- Project will remove artificial structures and add trees to improve spawning conditions.
- £200,000 restoration funded by Environment Agency and Northumbria Water.
The River Breamish, a vital habitat for otters and salmon, is undergoing a significant restoration project starting in August. This initiative aims to revert centuries of agricultural modifications that confined the river to a single channel.
The Tweed Forum charity is leading the effort to allow the River Breamish, which flows into the River Till, to naturally meander across its floodplain. This will involve removing artificial embankments and structures.
New chute channels will connect wetlands to the river, and large trees will be added to slow water flow. These efforts are designed to improve spawning grounds for Atlantic salmon and create diverse habitats for various species.
Funded by the Environment Agency and Northumbria Water, the £200,000 project is expected to last up to 12 weeks. Some public footpaths may be temporarily rerouted during this period.
