Waterway maintenance and managemenT

At the forefront of waterway maintenance

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Working with councils, contractors and communities to create safe, enjoyable and sustainable waterways.

Waterway Maintenance
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Landscaping
Invasive Species Management
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Riverlution

Working with us does good

Good for the environment

Everything we do has biodiversity and sustainability at its core for habitats, flood protection and places we can enjoy.

Good for people

Surplus from every project is reinvested into our volunteer programme, training the next generation of river stewards.

Good for businesses

Partnering with us means your organisation’s contribution to social and environmental improvements are covered.

Transform and maintain waterways

Better waterways for people, places and wildlife
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Why work with us

Project Management

We take care of everything, from planning to execution, handled by our in-house experts and trusted partners.

Sustainable Solutions

Sustainability is at our core, which encompasses biodiversity - we consider the impact on nature.

Qualified Professionals

Our team holds a range of specialist qualifications across operations, consultancy and supervising.
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Minewater Attenuation and Treatment Scheme
Following the Environment Act, this kind of bioremediative work, that stacks multiple ecosystem services and species recovery is going to be in high demand in the forthcoming years, and its great that the RSC is leading on it"
November 1, 2023
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Following the Environment Act, this kind of bioremediative work, that stacks multiple ecosystem services and species recovery is going to be in high demand in the forthcoming years, and its great that the RSC is leading on it"

Projects

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Minewater Attenuation and Treatment Scheme
November 1, 2023
The RSC have designed and built Minewater attenuation ponds within the Shire Brook Valley Nature Reserve on behalf of Sheffield City Council.
Minewater Attenuation and Treatment Scheme
Forging a sustainable future for our rivers with Gripple Ltd
October 1, 2023
Gripple Ltd lead the way for businesses supporting Riverlution's work on the rivers
Forging a sustainable future for our rivers with Gripple Ltd
Riverlution Sheffield Stewardship Partnership
September 21, 2023
Join the Movement, Join the Riverlution. The 'Sheffield Stewardship Partnership' scheme connects Sheffield businesses and communities with it's rivers.
Riverlution Sheffield Stewardship Partnership
Riverside Wellbeing Walks
September 1, 2023
Riverlution's seasonal programme of riverside wellbeing aim aiming to support positive mental health benefits simply by walking by water #behappybeblue
Riverside Wellbeing Walks
Supporting the river community - KINCA
August 27, 2023
Supporting the river community - Kelham Island and Neepsend Community Alliance
Supporting the river community - KINCA
River Witham Flood Plain Reconnection and in-channel environmental improvements
April 26, 2023
The RSC have recently completed an in-channel habitat restoration, creation and improvement project within and alongside the River Witham.
River Witham Flood Plain Reconnection and in-channel environmental improvements
Nature-based Erosion Protection
September 14, 2022
We are working in partnership with the EA to plan, design, install and maintain a natural based erosion protection scheme.
Nature-based Erosion Protection
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Environment Agency
September 5, 2022
We are currently finishing Phase 1 of one of the largest catchment-scale invasive non-native species management projects in the country.
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Environment Agency
River Stewardship Skills Scheme
August 31, 2022
The River Stewardship Skills Scheme is a flexible learning programme for those considering a career in river management or environmental conservation.
River Stewardship Skills Scheme
River Clean Up Day - Efficiency North
July 18, 2022
The Riverlution Team joined forces with Efficiency North for a river clean up day in support of their Sustainable Climate Action Strategy launch.
River Clean Up Day - Efficiency North
Greater Manchester Irwell Invasive Surveys
July 7, 2022
A full survey of the River Irwell catchment area for Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) as part of the Natural Course EU Life Integrated Project
Greater Manchester Irwell Invasive Surveys
Invasive Non-Native Species Survey Update - The Environment Agency
June 1, 2022
The RSC are carrying out a full treatment programme for Giant Hogweed, Japanese Knotweed and Floating Pennywort on all main rivers in Yorkshire
Invasive Non-Native Species Survey Update - The Environment Agency
Post flood event blockage removal - River Sheaf
March 1, 2022
The RSC are framework contractors for emergency conveyance issues in and around Yorkshire.
Post flood event blockage removal - River Sheaf
Lower Don Valley Tree Works - Sheffield City Council
December 8, 2021
As part of the Sheffield Lower Don Valley Flood Defence Project, we have carried out a phased, proactive programme of tree management.
Lower Don Valley Tree Works - Sheffield City Council
Sphagnum Moss Planting - Moors for the Future Partnership
December 1, 2021
River Stewardship Company has been delivering large sphagnum moss planting contracts for the Moors for the Future Partnership for the last 2 years.
Sphagnum Moss Planting - Moors for the Future Partnership
Lower Don Valley Flood Defence - Sheffield City Council
July 29, 2021
We are currently delivering the 5-year river channel maintenance element of the Lower Don Valley Flood Defence Project.
Lower Don Valley Flood Defence - Sheffield City Council
Revealing Rivers
September 18, 2019
By setting up a network of hidden cameras along the river, we can gain a snapshot of the species living along its banks.
Revealing Rivers
Vegetation Management Framework - Environment Agency
For the past 5 years the RSC has been one of 2 Government Gateway Lot 2c framework contractors, serving the Environment Agency in the Yorkshire region.
Vegetation Management Framework - Environment Agency
Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme - Leeds City Council
Leeds activities include proactive and reactive tree management, invasive and non-native species management.
Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme - Leeds City Council
Maintenance Programme - Forgemasters, Sheffield
Riparian landowner Forgemasters contacted us in 2012 to ask for an ongoing maintenance package to help reduce flood risk at their riverside site in Sheffield.
Maintenance Programme - Forgemasters, Sheffield
Debris 'Wracking' Removal - Environment Agency
After high water events of each winter, we have been on hand to remove significant quantities of debris on the banks of all main rivers in Yorkshire.
Debris 'Wracking' Removal - Environment Agency
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Yorkshire Water
We have carried out invasive non-native species management at a number of Yorkshire Water sites.
Invasive Non-Native Species Management - Yorkshire Water
Emergency Tree Work - Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme
After a period of strong winds, a number of trees had fallen into the River Aire in Kirkstall, Leeds, some causing an obstruction across the width of the river.
Emergency Tree Work - Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme
Tree Management - Network Rail
Preventing at-risk crack willow trees from falling into the river channel and causing blockages upstream of Leeds station.
Tree Management - Network Rail
Woodland Thinning - Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
In March 2019, River Stewardship Company carried out vital thinning works across 3 woodlands as part of the SUNRISE Project for Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.
Woodland Thinning - Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
River Restoration Project - Ebsford Environmental
Subcontracting to Ebsford Environmental, we delivered a programme of tree felling and stump grinding at Cannon Hall Museum Park and Gardens, Barnsley.
River Restoration Project - Ebsford Environmental
Sand Martin Habitat Creation - Sheffield City Council
Sand martin barrels and nest boxes were created and installed on the bank of the River Don, Sheffield.
Sand Martin Habitat Creation - Sheffield City Council
Shoal Redistribution - Don Catchment Rivers Trust
We redistributed river bed material at the bottom of a fish pass installed at Ball Street Weir, Sheffield.
Shoal Redistribution - Don Catchment Rivers Trust
Maintenance & Volunteer Day Programme - Crystal Peaks
Since 2013, we have been delivering maintenance on the Ochre Dike through a programme of monthly volunteer days.
Maintenance & Volunteer Day Programme - Crystal Peaks
The Friends of the Blue Loop
The Friends of the Blue Loop are a voluntary group that help care for and maintain the beautiful waterways of the Don and Tinsley Canal.
The Friends of the Blue Loop

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