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Newport Canal SSSI
With Phase 1 completed October 2019 WM Longreach’s return for phase 2 will complete the Newport Recovery Project protecting rare aquatic plants.
River Mease SSSI Restoration
Working with the Trent Rivers Trust a series of river restoration and sustainable drainage interventions on the River Mease are being used to improve water quality and enhance the riparian habitat.
Rustic Bridge Construction in Wales
Back at the National Botanic Garden of Wales a natural oak timber bridge was created and installed as part of the recreation of the garden.
River Parrett Spillway Construction
As well as completing the remaining landscaping on the River Parrett flood defences this month a spillway was constructed to safeguard against flood events.
Cholsey & Wallingford Railway
Groundworks started for historic Brunel station canopy structure.
Cascade Bridge Installation
WM Longreach were filmed as part of the documentary charting the progress of the Regency Restoration Project at the National Botanic Garden of Wales this month, lifting a new bridge into place over the cascade.
Hampton Loade Canoe Platform
Installation of a timber jetty in the River Severn was undertaken this month as part of a river wide strategy to improve leisure amenities and allow exploration with dedicated canoe trails.
Kings Mill Restoration Completed
Dredging and wildlife Island creation completed on the Mill Waters project, Nottinghamshire.
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Wildlife Islands at Kings Mill Take Shape
Construction of wildlife islands at Kings Mill continues as part of the restoration and environmental enhancement on this critical reservoir.
Kings Mill Reservoir Restoration
As part of the Mill Waters project WM Longreach has mobilised this month to begin crucial de-silting work to remove the build up of sedimentation that has threatened wildlife and reduced water-based sporting activities at Kings Mill Reservoir, Nottinghamshire.
Shropshire River Hubs Conference
Director Damian McGettrick provided an interesting environmental contractors perspective a the conference in Shrewsbury this month, presenting on the range of river restoration works carried out by WM Longreach and innovations applied.
Sensitive Restoration of Canal SSSI
Working with the Shropshire Wildlife Trust and Telford and Wrekin Council, WM Longreach began the Newport Canal Recovery Project this month.
