When Natural Course was first initiated, natural flood management (NFM) was an emerging topic. It was not well tested or implemented in the UK, and there were significant evidence gaps.  Natural Course has played a critical role in developing the knowledge base, addressing evidence gaps and influencing future ways of…

The International Water Association World Water Congress and Exhibition is described as the ‘global event for water professionals’ and took place in September 2022, with participants from 102 countries and 160 technical sessions. Natural Course were delighted to have been accepted for an oral pitch and presentation contributing to the…

When Natural Course was first initiated, natural flood management (NFM) was an emerging topic.  It was not well-tested or implemented in the UK and there were significant evidence gaps. In this latest article, we chart how our work over the past 7 years has played a critical role in developing…

The Hillylaid Wetland in Thornton, is situated just north of Blackpool in Lancashire. It’s a low lying area of land sandwiched between the River Wyre and the Irish Sea. Natural Course has been involved with this project for a number of years as part of the wider action ‘using coastal…

On April 30th, a workshop took place at Wyre Estuary Country Park, to work with local partners in the area to decide on a vision for the future of the Wyre catchment. The Environment Agency, Wyre Borough Council, Wyre Rivers Trust, Natural England, Forestry Commission and United Utilities attended the…