Introduction to River Restoration Training Course

Do you want to learn more about river restoration in London?

In this course you will learn about river restoration techniques and their application in real-world situations through a mix of classroom and outdoor learning. We’ll cover how to plan a river restoration project and look at some case studies of completed projects in London.

Please note, Understanding Urban Rivers provides necessary foundational knowledge for this course. You must complete Understanding Urban Rivers before you do Introduction to River Restoration.

Date: Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Time: 10:00 – 16:00 (please note, on some occasions we may finish the training earlier than expected)

Location: Blue Garage, 30 Engate Street, Lewisham, London, SE13 7HA

Topics covered:

• Restoring Rivers
• Planning a River Restoration Project
• River Restoration Case Studies

The course will consist of classroom learning followed by a visit to a nearby river (we will not be getting in the river!). If you have any specific access requirements please get in touch and we will do our best to make the event as accessible as possible.

You will receive an email closer to the day with further information on what to bring.

This course is free and open to anyone aged 18 and over. If you are under the age of 18, you must be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian in order to attend.

To book a place on the course click here: Introduction to River Restoration Training Course – Thames21 Limited

Contact: Issy Petersen-Adams (issy.petersen-adams@thames21.org.uk) for more information.

This course is delivered as part of EMPOWER Rivers.