The River Stour Trust is delighted to have confirmation of the designation of bathing water status for the stretch of the River Stour along Friars Meadow at Sudbury, Suffolk. The ‘Clean Water Initiative’ was led by the River Stour Trust and supported by Sudbury Town Council. The campaign was undoubtedly successful thanks to the determination …
A massive pat on the back to River Stour Trust’s fantastic project coordinator, John, for all his efforts and unwavering enthusiasm! One final hurdle before designated bathing water status is approved for the River Stour (along Friar’s Meadow at Sudbury). There is a two week public consultation (closes on 10 March) so do send your …
Campaigners working towards achieving Designated Bathing Water Status for the River Stour in Sudbury want help – mostly from the weather! Since Defra, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, has issued new rules stipulating that water use surveys must show at least 100 bathers using the river in a single day; it has …
We were sad to learn that Lord Andrew Phillips passed away on Sunday 9 April 2023 and we offer our condolences to his family. He had a strong love for Sudbury and was actively involved with many of the town’s initiatives and organisations, including the River Stour Trust. He was a popular and gregarious individual …
May we count on your support? Register your opinion on this initiative by clicking the ‘Have Your Say’ button (or click here) This joint initiative between the River Stour Trust and Sudbury Town Council aims to gain Designated Bathing Water status for the River Stour between the Granary Cut in Sudbury and Great Cornard Lock. …