The River Beult, a vital waterway meandering through the woodlands and farmlands of Kent’s Low Weald, is home to a rich array of wildlife including nightingales, water voles, and dragonflies. But despite its protected status, the river is struggling. Centuries of human pressure have drained its surrounding wetlands, leaving the river vulnerable to drought and floods, while pollution flows in from farmland, waste water treatment, and roads.
The South East Rivers Trust, together with local farmers and partners, is leading the way in transforming the Upper Beult catchment. Our strategy centers around nature-based solutions, which work with natural processes to restore balance to the landscape.
The river Beult near Smarden 
