Hi there Welcome to the January Newsletter!
Hi there,
Welcome to the first Love Windermere newsletter of 2025!
As we enter the new year, we're excited to share the latest updates, activities, and milestones from across the Partnership. Together, we are making strides in understanding and addressing Windermere's water quality challenges.
Sit back, grab a coffee and dive into the latest stories and updates.
The Independent Water Commission Announces Members of the New Advisory Group.
Leading voices from areas including the environment, public health, and investment have been announced today (28 January) as the new advisory group to the independent Water Commission, chaired by Sir Jon Cunliffe.
£125,000 Grant Funding to Reduce Nutrient Runoff
The Lake District Foundation has raised over £125,000 in grant funding from Westmorland and Furness Council and Lake District National Park Authority’s Farming in Protected Landscapes Programme to support vital work to reduce nutrient runoff from farms into Windermere.
Innovation Comes to Windermere
United Utilities is set to become the first water company in Europe to introduce an innovative low-carbon, chemical-free wastewater treatment process, and Near Sawrey will be one of the first sites to have the technology installed.
Fixing the Fells Improves Water Quality
Explore the inspiring blog from a Fix the Fells volunteer, highlighting how the project not only preserves the accessibility of the fells but also plays a vital role in protecting Windermere’s water quality.
Meet Ruth Forrester: Love Windermere’s Partnership Manager
Since stepping into her role as the Love Windermere Partnership Manager in July, Ruth Forrester has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to drive the partnership’s mission of safeguarding England’s largest lake.
Windermere Water Treatment Plant Tours
Are you interested in finding out more about your local treatment works? This is your chance to take a look behind the scenes at what happens inside a treatment works and discover just what happens when you flush the loo.
- Thursday 20th Feb 1pm-3pm
- Thursday 13th Mar 1pm-3pm
- Thursday 17th Apr 1pm-3pm
Environment Agency Carries out Private Sewage Inspections in the Windermere Catchment
The Environment Agency is dedicated to improving water quality in Windermere and is working with the local community and partners through the Love Windermere Partnership to reduce pollution from various sources.
Back to Basics: Practicalities of Private Sewage Treatment
South Cumbria Rivers Trust simplifies the complex challenges of private sewage, with the first in the series of informative articles providing essential information for owners and operators of private sewage treatment systems.
What's Next for Love Windermere?
The Love Windermere Partnership is committed to transparency and to sharing data that will allow for a full assessment of the actions needed to improve water quality in Windermere.
As part of this initiative, the Love Windermere Partnership commissioned the Freshwater Biological Association to produce the "State of Windermere Report" in 2023. This landmark document offers the most thorough assessment to date of Windermere’s ecological health. Drawing on decades of scientific data and recent analyses, the report provides a clear picture of the pressures facing Windermere and outlines the actions necessary to secure its future as a thriving natural resource.
As you can imagine, the report has taken time to undergo the proper review process, and we hope to share this information in early spring. Please keep an eye out for details about events where you can learn more about the science behind the report and its implications.
How You Can Get Involved
Whether you're new to Love Windermere or have supported us since the start, your engagement is key to our success. Here are a few ways you can help:
Stay Informed: Follow us and our partners for updates.
Get Involved: Look out for announcements about joining Citizen Scientists projects.
Share Our Work: Help spread the word to increase awareness and support for Windermere
Thank you for taking the time to read our January update and for being part of the Love Windermere journey. Whether you're a resident, visitor, or partner organisation, your engagement and support are vital in achieving a healthier future for Windermere.
We welcome your thoughts and encourage you to get in touch to share your perspective contact us.
