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Issue 170 - July 2026

Welcome to the July 2026 issue of the RRC Bulletin. This month, we are pleased to introduce a new member benefit, the RRC Catchment Planning Template, alongside two new Manual of Techniques case studies showcasing floodplain reconnection work at Doddington Hall. We are also seeking organisations interested in joining our growing network of Regional River Restoration Hubs. We hope you enjoy this month's updates and thank you for your continued support of river restoration.

Issue 169 - June 2026

Welcome to this edition of the RRC bulletin, featuring exciting developments in river restoration across the UK. Highlights include the launch of the new Ecosystem Service Map Explorer, opportunities to join our growing Demonstration Projects network, and the introduction of the RRC Science Group, helping to strengthen the role of science in delivering effective, evidence-based river restoration.

Issue 168 - May 2026

Welcome to the May 2026 issue of the RRC Bulletin. This edition provides a round-up of the RRC Annual Conference.

Issue 167 - April 2026

Welcome to the April 2026 issue of the RRC Bulletin. This edition includes a reminder of the RRC Annual Conference booking deadline, access to the CSHT webinar recording, as well as upcoming training opportunities and site visits.

Issue 166 - March 2026

Welcome to the March 2026 issue of the RRC Bulletin. This edition highlights the new Winterbourne Habitat Management and Restoration Guidelines, alongside recent publications, upcoming training courses and site visits.

Issue 165 - February 2026

Welcome to the February Bulletin from the River Restoration Centre! This edition includes the announcement of the return of the Scientific Advances for River Restoration (SARR) Conference in 2027, alongside updates on the training opportunities, site visits, and current job vacancies across the river restoration community.

Issue 164 - January 2026

Happy New Year and welcome to the January 2026 River Restoration Update!

This month's bulletin features:

  • Highlights from the IUCN World Conservation Congress on river conservation and restoration
  • Upcoming training opportunities and site visits to support your skills
  • An update on restoration work on the River Usk, supporting rare and protected fish species
  • New research on Evidence Pathways in Freshwater Policy, exploring how science, policy and practice can work more effectively together
  • A featured profile of the Four Rivers for Life team, recently showcased on BBC Countryfile The Power of Water (from minute 44)

Issue 163 - December 2025

Welcome to your December 2025 River Restoration Update!

As the year draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the great work achieved over the past 12 months. This month’s Bulletin includes insights from a recent RRC site visit to the Doddington Estate in Lincolnshire, where the Wilder Doddington team, supported by advice from the RRC and others, has begun work on an ambitious 400 year vision to reconnect landscape, nature and people.

You’ll also find updates on upcoming training opportunities, site visits, new research highlights, and a feature on NRW’s fish passage improvements on the Afon Siedi.

Issue 162 - November 2025

As we adjust to the shorter days, there’s still plenty happening across the river restoration community. This month’s Bulletin is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and take action for our rivers — including new training dates, upcoming site visits, the latest research highlights, and a petition that needs your voice to help rivers across the UK recover and thrive.

Issue 161 - October 2025

Autumn is here, and with it a packed programme of training, job opportunities, and some exciting improvements to our courses based on your feedback. Take a look and see what’s coming up!