Black History Month – a journey along and around the River Thames
Black History Month is an occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of Black people to British society. The first Black History Month in…
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Chalk streams, explained
If you watched the BBC series Wild Isles, chances are that you were mesmerised by the scenes of England’s chalk streams. Crystal-clear water, idyllic landscapes…
The plastic wet wipes issue, explained
Wet wipes are a convenient and easy-to-use tool for many routine activities: removing make-up, cleaning surfaces, disinfecting our hands, and others. Especially if you’re a…
Event Supporter Contractor (ESC) Spotlight on Samantha Dhedhi
“As soon as I put on my waders and stepped into the river, I had a major ‘aha’ moment!” Our Event Support Contractors (ESCs)…
Get to know the Action for Silk Stream project
If you’re looking for ways to celebrate World Rivers Day on Sunday 24th September and get involved with some hands-on activities, we might have just…
River catchments, explained
If you’re a river enthusiast, you’ve probably heard the term ‘catchment’ before. However, we understand that as it’s a complex topic, it can be somehow…
Bathing water status, explained
Our rivers and waterways play an important role not only in the environment but in our culture, health, and well-being. They become even more popular…
2023 Ashden Award finalist
Thames21 is among one of sixteen outstanding organisations delivering innovative climate solutions that have reached the finals of the prestigious 2023 Ashden Awards. 240 organisations…
Unleashing the power of volunteers to transform London’s rivers
Thames21 has announced a major new initiative which will transform how communities speak up for and act to improve the health of their local rivers…
River deities, explained
The treatment we currently give to our rivers and waterways couldn’t be more different than the one given by our ancestors. Nature was regarded as…