Our Projects
PracticalWe were worried about the health of the River Medway and its tributaries, but in order to protect and care for them, we first need to understand them. So Friends of the River Medway and the University of Sussex launched Project Ripple Effect, a citizen science initiative exploring river health and how people connect with nature. Click here to find out more.
Practical | LegalDuring our pilgrimage along the River Medway, From Source to Sea, we convened a gathering of farmers and landowners to explore ‘river-friendly practices’. This has led to the formation of regular meetings, where we explore the challenges and opportunities to transitioning to regenerative soil and water management practices. Click here to find out more.
SacredChoosing organic food is one of the best things you can do to support the River Medway’s health, but it is often more expensive than conventional food. Check out our resources on how to eat organic on a budget here.
Practical | Legal | SacredWhat if pilgrimage, a practice long used for inner transformation and renewal, could also become a way of helping heal the landscapes around us? In July 2025, we ran our first source-to-sea pilgrimage along the Medway, inspiring deeper relationships with the river, and paving the way for long-term change. Find out more here.
LegalSacredThe Medway as our Muse: Online Exhibition (Coming Soon)
This is a space dedicated to celebrating the ways the River Medway inspires us. From poetry and photography to art, stories, and reflections, here you can explore the creativity and passion the river sparks in people.
PracticalFriends of the River Medway was born with Rights of Rivers at its core. Since starting, we’ve inspired two councils to acknowledge the Rights of the River Medway, including Maidstone Council, who’ve launched the UK’s first Rights of Nature Bill. Find out more here.
