Ridding the River Alderbourne of Invasive Species - Colne Valley Regional Park A partnership project to improve the health of the river Alderbourne, particularly focussing removal of the invasive species skunk cabbage.

You can learn more about skunk cabbage removal and work to rid the river Alderbourne of invasive species here:
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/ridding-the-...

Invasive American Skunk Cabbage isn't losing any time trying to take over the river Alderbourne this spring, but neither are we! If you see this problematic plant anywhere within the Regional Park let us know. If it's your land or a public space we can probably take care of it for you 🤝

It's time! Big Give’s wild sale is on!
Donate to support our work to protect, enhance & promote your local countryside, this week April 22nd-29th and @biggive.bsky.social ’s #EarthRaise will DOUBLE your donation.
Help us DOUBLE OUR IMPACT this World #EarthDay!
donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Bluebell and Springtime walks in the Colne Valley Park - Colne Valley Regional Park If you live locally then why not take a springtime bluebell walk and visit one of the wonderful woodlands in the Park that shares this this gorgeous spectacle but be warned – they don’t last for long,...

For suggestions of where to see this stunning #SpringTime spectacle locally, see here. Do please stick to the paths and don’t trample the flowers, as we want them to survive and thrive.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/bluebell-and...

Bluebells and birdsong in Northmoor Hill Woods
Did you know the Colne Valley Park manage these irreplaceable ancient woodlands in #Denham ?

A Corridor for Life - Colne Valley Regional Park

Our campaign has the answer. It shows how well-planned growth can contribute toward creation of one of the best green corridors round any city in the UK
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/project/camp...

We are not anti-development, but we are against uncoordinated plans where no consideration is given to their cumulative impact. There is no masterplan for protection and restoration of vital green spaces to benefit local people.

Residents being ‘asked’ to host these new developments and they deserve urgent joined-up thinking in planning policy for where they live.
@matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social

The tsunami of uncoordinated development continues with applications to build 1,300 homes on two sites at Iver. This urbanisation will link #Iver and #Richings Park to #Slough.
Yet, these are just two among hundreds of huge proposals in the Colne Valley.

Residents being ‘asked’ to host these new developments and they deserve urgent joined-up thinking in planning policy for where they live.
We are not anti-development, but we are against unco-ordinated plans where no consideration is given to their cumulative impact.

Earth Raise 2026: Campaign Video (#EarthRaise) YouTube video by Big Give

www.youtube.com/watch?v=qocG...

Protecting the Colne Valley Regional Park - Colne Valley Regional Park From 22-29 April - One donation, twice the impact. Help us protect The Colne Valley Regional Park - Countryside on your doorstep!

We are excited to be part of the @biggive.bsky.social #EarthRaise this year. We will be raising money to protect and enhance the Colne Valley Park for both wildlife and people. Keep an eye out for updates when our fundraising page goes live on 22nd April www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/protecting-t...

Invasive Species in Colne Valley Regional Park - Colne Valley Regional Park

Floating Pennywort is a major threat to rivers, it can regrow from a single node at a rapid rate, up to 20cm per day, forming dense matts of entwined vegetation, which dominate watercourses, obstruct boats, prevent angling, and outcompetes native species.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/invasive-spe...

Pulling Pennywort on the river Colne, INNS etc downstream from our experimental floating boom as part of our research into more effective and sustainable ways to manage aquatic INNS in the regional park.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/project/coln...
#BiodiversityMatters

One of the several pairs of Canada Geese on the reserve at the moment. 📸Photo by member and former Chairman Keith Pursall
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Government & Local Authorities need to support this bottom-up #community action by Protecting and Restoring carefully-selected wildlife-rich areas like the Colne Valley Regional Park
@marycreagh.bsky.social @dannybealesmp.bsky.social @tandhesi.bsky.social @naturalengland.bsky.social

Many thanks to the #volunteers who help restore the landscape. The Urban Fringe has always faced greater challenges than the countryside but the rate of landscape decline has significantly increased over the last 10 years. Local people are saying "enough is enough".

People are deeply concerned about the dumping of sewage in our local rivers and waterways.

I requested to meet Thames Water at their sewage treatment plant to outline these concerns and hear about what they’re doing to prevent sewage dumping.

for benefit of current and future generations.

Government has the opportunity in 2026 to make good on their 2025 pledges to Protect the Colne Valley. We urge creation of ‘A Corridor for Life’ to restore the Colne Valley as the best green corridor round any city in the UK
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/project/camp...

The #bluebells are out already. 2 weeks early! Such a stunning #SpringTime spectacle.
Get out there! Smell it! See it! Be wowed by the sea of blue, but pretty please don’t trample! Stay on the paths.
See here for where to view them locally:
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/bluebell-and...
#AncientWoodland

We welcome @woodoaksfarm.bsky.social #MapleCross #Herts @thesoilassociation.bsky.social
who have recently become members of the Colne Valley Park. We hugely value the support of all our member organisations.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/who-champion...

We welcome #Chorleywood Residents' Association who have recently become members of the Colne Valley Park. We hugely value the support of all our member organisations.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/who-champion...

Looking for a rural escape this week? Try Frays Farm Meadows near #Uxbridge managed by @ldnwildlifetrust.bsky.social
One of the finest examples of rare wet grazing meadows in London and part-designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, near #Uxbridge
www.wildlondon.org.uk/nature-reser...

Woodoaks Farm - Colne Valley Regional Park Woodoaks Farm is a great place to go for a nice short circular walk.

Have you discovered @FarmWoodoaks #MapleCross #Herts West of #London? Vibrant, fun, family friendly, welcoming; on a mission to farm sustainably, produce good food & improve wildlife. We recommend a visit
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/locations/wo...
@SoilAssociation #organic #biodiversity

Learn about Bigley Ditch, one of the branches of the lower Colne, a fascinating part of the catchment with a very rich history.
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/bigley-ditch/

What a glorious day. We’re so lucky to have the Colne Valley Regional Park on our doorstep.
You’ll find many ideas for local walks here if you are able to seize the chance for a walk in the #Spring sunshine
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/things-to-do...

Lots of family fun to be had on the Woodoaks Farm Easter Trail runs until Sunday 12th April #MapleCross #Herts
Follow the trail around the farm. Discover wildlife facts, complete EGG-ercises and find the hidden word. #FamilyFriendly #FreshAir
www.colnevalleypark.org.uk/events/woodo...