The Big River Watch is an invitation for communities to love their local river and to be part of the movement demanding better for our rivers. It consists of a free app containing a simple survey, and anybody in the UK and Ireland who can access a river can take part. All of the survey data will provide a large-scale picture of river health and help us fight for better for our rivers.

Whether you’re a swimmer or a paddler, an angler or a rambler, a wildlife spotter or a sit-and-watch-er this is a chance to be part of the movement improving our vital rivers.

To get involved, download the free ‘Big River Watch’ app to your smartphone. Then spend 15 minutes by your local river or stream, and use the survey to record what you see, from wildlife to signs of pollution. Finally, using the simple steps on the app, upload your survey and let us know what you have seen!