London Rivers Week 2026 will return from 23 to 31 May, marking ten years of connecting Londoners with the capital’s waterways.
This year’s festival theme, “know your local river”, aims to encourage people to discover lesser-known rivers and tributaries across the city, alongside the better-known River Thames.
Organisers have planned a programme of free events including guided walks, boat trips, river clean-ups and family activities designed to help people better understand and enjoy their local waterways.
The festival also aims to raise awareness of the challenges facing London’s rivers, including pollution, urban run-off and climate change.
The Thames and other rivers play an important role in supporting biodiversity, improving public spaces and connecting communities with nature.
Restoration projects across the capital are helping improve habitats and create more resilient waterways.
Chris Coode said: “We’re delighted to see London Rivers Week return for its tenth year, bringing together communities, partners and river users to celebrate the capital’s blue spaces.”
He added: “The more people understand and value their local rivers, the more we can achieve together to protect and restore them for the future.”
Environment Agency biodiversity specialist Dave Webb said: “Rivers define London.”
He added: “This year’s programme provides the opportunity to reflect on challenges and successes, but also to get out and see your river in a new light.”
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