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Most England riverbanks off limits to public

Published Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Updated July 25

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What We Know — Key Points

  • 71% of riverbanks along main rivers and tributaries in the 89 river catchments examined lacked any adjoining access to land or right of way within 100m of the water.

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  • The Guardian

    The article emphasizes the environmental and social justice aspects of public access to rivers, framing it as a basic right and a crucial step for both human well-being and river restoration.

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