With over 1,800km of rivers and streams in the Shropshire Hills, many of the projects supported by our Farming in Protected Landscapes programme have involved activity to help with natural flood management and improving river water quality. Fencing watercourses on farms helps to reduce the amount of sediment and phosphate entering our rivers. Farm animals have controlled access to the water which allows a buffer strip of shrubs and trees to develop, helping to stabilise the riverbank and creating excellent habitat for wildlife. The vegetation also helps to reduce the flow of water at peak flow times. Habitat improvement of river and stream corridors is one of our priorities for nature recovery in the Shropshire Hills. Shropshire Hills National Landscape Plan, 2025 – 2030 https://orlo.uk/01Zo6 #FiPL #naturalfloodmanagement #shropshirehills (fb)

Have your say before it’s too late! Shropshire’s green spaces are part of what makes our county so special—from peaceful walks to weekend adventures. Help shape the future of our parks, paths, and countryside by completing the Shropshire’s Great Outdoors Strategy 2025 Survey. Let’s make sure Shropshire’s outdoors reflects what YOU value most. 💚 🗓️ Deadline: End of September 📲 Take the survey here: https://orlo.uk/3pLSh (fb)