Cam Valley Forum

Our vision

We want to see the river Cam and its tributaries and riverside areas protected and improved for all to enjoy. This means:

all watercourses having clean water and well-maintained flows, with more varies profiles and, where possible, meanders and other natural features restored

extensive areas of wet meadow in the flood plains, particularly in the upper reaches of the catchment area

many more riverside trees and patches of wet woodland

rivers, streams and riverside land kept free of litter and invasive non-native vegetation such as floating pennywort

more widespread understanding of rivers and wetlands, their hydrology, ecology and management, and the threats to the river environment

people able to enjoy the river in ways that do not harm the wildlife and landscape or contribute to global warming

local residents active in looking after, and helping to improve, nearby water course and adjacent areas

How we work

There are many ways in which we are working towards this vision in close cooperation with others who share our aims. These include the ENCAMS' River Care project, the Wildlife Trust, the Environment Agency, FWAG, CPRE, RSPB, the Cam Conservators, local authorities and community groups. Representatives of most of these organisations attend our committee meeting to discuss problems and opportunities, to share information and advice, and to plan action.

For more details see What we do.