How you can help
Help improve the water quality of the New Forest’s rivers and streams through these simple tips:
- Use environmentally-friendly detergents
- Ensure correct maintenance of septic tanks
- Avoid spreading non-native invasive plants which push out local species. Or even volunteer to help control non-native invasive species on local rivers and streams
- Avoid wasting water at home and work. The water we use comes from local sources and low water flows can affect wildlife. Learn more at ConnectRight
- Use the appropriate facilities at your local household waste recycling centre to dispose of engine oil. The disposal of oil or chemicals down road drains causes pollution in rivers
- Manage weeds and slugs in the garden in environmentally friendly ways rather than using chemicals
- Ensure any new building works connect any drainage to relevant systems appropriately. Misconnections of foul drainage into ditches and streams can result in pollution.
