Watford Borough Council has completed a major package of river restoration works at Radlett Road Recreation Ground, an important milestone in the council’s 10‑year ‘Rediscovering the River Colne’ project. The works were delivered in partnership with Groundwork South and East and carried out by specialist environmental contractors Salix. This latest phase follows earlier improvements delivered at Knutsford South and Timberlake Allotments, where the River Colne Volunteers and Salix have already...

Watford’s artistic community gathered this week to celebrate the launch of the River Colne Art Exhibition at the Tina Lake Café at the Pump House, an inspiring evening that highlighted both local creativity and the importance of the River Colne to the town’s past, present and future. Running until 17 April 2026, the exhibition showcases artwork inspired by the River Colne and invites visitors to see the much‑loved river from fresh perspectives. With submissions ranging from painting and...

As part of the council’s 10‑year Rediscovering the River Colne project, major habitat restoration works, in partnership with Groundwork East, will begin at Radlett Road Recreation Ground in March 2026. The project aims to restore lost natural habitats, improve biodiversity and create a healthier, more resilient river environment. Recent improvements delivered at Knutsford South and Timberlake Allotments, carried out by River Colne Volunteers and specialist contractor Salix, have already...