Duke of Northumberland's River improvement works 2018
The London Wildlife Trust and The London Borough of Hounslow have worked in partnership to improve the Duke of Northumberland’s River for wildlife and local people.
A small aquatic shelf was installed along the western bank on the river which was planted with a beautiful array of aquatic plant life.
Wooden deflectors were installed to give the river a natural appearance and to prevent the build up of silt in the watercourse.
The improvement works have provided a perfect habitat for a range of wildlife including fish, waterfowl, water voles and invertebrates such as damselflies and improved the aesthetics of Riverside Walk by turning the heavily engineered river channel into a stunning natural feature.
The project took place between 19 February to 9 March 2018
How will they affect the area?
Riverside Walk footpath was closed in 100 metre sections whilst work takes place whilst still keeping access to the river.
Up to 6 parking space were temporarily closed on Riverside Walk to allow for the storage of the contractors machinery and construction materials.
What about the risk of flooding?
The works will not increase the risk of flooding, all the works have been approved by the Environment Agency.
Water levels in the Duke’s river are artificially controlled and have been set at a level to ensure the river will not flood.
