Our local rivers need protection from pollution.

The Clean River Kent Campaign (CRKC) is a coalition of communities living along the length of the river Kent in Cumbria from Kentmere to Staveley, Burneside, Kendal, Sedgwick, Levens and down to the sea at Arnside.

Our Background

Our Action Plan

Our aim is to make the river Kent clean for all types of water-based recreation and to protect the ecology and wildlife in the river by working with local communities.

In 2025, the Clean River Kent Campaign will focus on Political advocacy, Community engagement and citizen science.

CRKC have launched a campaign to inspire households and businesses to protect the River Kent.

By making small changes to our everyday habits, we can significantly reduce the amount of chemicals reaching and harming the special river that we all love.

Keep it Clean! Campaign

Reporting an Incident

If you suspect that there’s been a sewage discharge into the River Kent and notice a strange smell or odd-looking stretch of water or any other signs of pollution, please immediately report this.

News & Updates

Thank you to our sponsors:

Patagonia Foundation

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Woodleigh Trust

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Staveley with Ings Parish Council

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Kendal Town Council

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Staveley with Ings Parish Council Kendal Town Council Burneside Parish Council

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Tim Farron & other individuals and local groups for generous donations

Patagonia Foundation 〰️ Woodleigh Trust 〰️ Staveley with Ings Parish Council 〰️ Kendal Town Council 〰️ Staveley with Ings Parish Council Kendal Town Council Burneside Parish Council 〰️ Tim Farron & other individuals and local groups for generous donations