Our local rivers need protection from pollution.
About Clean River Kent Campaign
The Clean River Kent Campaign (CRKC) is a coalition of communities living along the length of the river Kent in Cumbria from Kentmere to Staveley, Burneside, Kendal, Sedgwick, Levens and down to the sea at Arnside.
Please consider becoming a Regular Supporter, making a monthly, or annual contribution of however much you feel comfortable to contribute. Anything from £2-£10/month, or the equivalent £25 – 120/year would make a huge difference.
Our Local Engagement
CRKC has organised a wide range of activities to protect and promote the River Kent, including river clean-ups, community events, and educational talks. We've supported local campaign groups, hosted guest speakers from across the UK, and arranged regular steering group meetings. Through our platforms and outreach, we continue to raise awareness and inspire local action for the river’s future.
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Keep it Clean! The River Kent Needs You.
CRKC want to inspire individuals and businesses to protect the River Kent - from pet owners and septic tank owners through to local householders.
By making small changes to our everyday habits, we can significantly reduce the amount of chemicals reaching and harming the special river that we all love.
Our Campaigns
CRKC has been at the forefront of several vital campaigns to protect and improve the health of the river Kent, including a submission for bathing water designation, and a long-awaited programme to upgrade the pipe network and treatment works in Staveley.
These campaigns have been supported by a comprehensive citizen science programme. We continue to challenge United Utilities to improve wastewater management and press the other agencies responsible for water quality, such as the Environment Agency and Ofwat, for stronger regulation.
We work closely with a wide range of partners including Surfers Against Sewage, Ilkley Clean River Group, Ambleside Action for the Future and the Westmorland Angling Association.
We are also engaging with national debates over the future of the water sector in England and have stated our support for public ownership of the water industry.
Our Action Plan
Our aim is to make the river Kent clean for all types of water-based recreation and to protect the ecology and wildlife in the river by working with local communities.
In 2025, CRKC will focus on political advocacy, community engagement and citizen science.
Since 2021, CRKC has undertaken a wide range of citizen science work to understand the health of the river Kent. This work helps to inform and support our campaign to protect it.
Our Citizen Science
News & Updates
News & Updates
