Event 211

Friends of the Upper Wye

SOS: What’s the Rescue Plan for the River Wye?

– Covered Area Opposite Food Hall

Grossly polluted and suffering from algal blooms – the overgrowth of microscopic algae or algae-like bacteria – the River Wye is in desperate need of care. Hear from the Friends of the Upper Wye to understand more about the causes of pollution and what can be done to restore this river to health. This pop-up event will feature contributions from local citizen scientists, farmers, poets, journalists, experts, wild swimmer Angela Jones and surprise guests.

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