Stakeholder organisations

Dates: 1990

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We campaign to raise the profile of the river in planning and funding decisions which affect the quality and quantity of water in the river.'

Previous names: n/a

Dates: 2009

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Angling Trust is the new, single organisation to represent all game, coarse and sea anglers and angling in England. We lobby government, campaign on environmental and angling issues and run national and international competitions.'

Previous names/organisations: Formed from merger of six angling and conservation organisations (Anglers Conservation Association, Fisheries and Angling Conservation Trust, National Association of Fisheries and Angling Consultatives, National Federation of Anglers, National Federation of Sea Anglers and Specialist Anglers' Alliance). The Angling Trust and Angling Development Board merged in 2012. (See also 'Fish Legal')

Website: http://www.anglingtrust.net

Dates: 1937

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Association of Drainage Authorities (ADA) is the membership organisation for water level management authorities in the United Kingdom, with over 230 members and associate members.'

Previous name: n/a

Website: http://www.ada.org.uk

Dates: 1949

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Association of Thames Yacht Clubs represents over 50 member motor yacht clubs and is dedicated to protecting the navigational and general interests of all Thames boat users.'

Previous names: Association of Thames Motorboat Clubs

Website: http://www.atyc.org.uk/

Dates: 1992

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Barge association is a club for people from anywhere in the world interested in barges and barging. DBA provides opportunities for members to share information and experiences through its website and forum and by meeting up at rallies and other events. DBA promotes general awareness of barges and barging and represents its members to many waterway authorities through Europe.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.barges.org

Dates: 1959

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is one of 47 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK to achieve the shared aim of securing a better future for wildlife.'

Previous names: Berks, Bucks & Oxon Naturalist Trust

Website: http://www.bbowt.org.uk

Dates: 2009

Pain purpose of organisation (from website): 'British Rowing is the governing body for the sport of rowing (both indoor rowing and rowing on water). It is responsible for the training and selection of individual rowers and crews representing Great Britain, and for participation in and the development of rowing and indoor rowing in England.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Amateur Rowing Association (to 2009).

Website: http://www.britishrowing.org

Dates: 1926

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We campaign for a beautiful and living countryside. We work to protect, promote and enhance our towns and countryside to make them better places to live, work and enjoy, and to ensure the countryside is protected for now and future generations.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Council for the Preservation of Rural England (to 1960s); Council for the Protection of Rural England (to 2003)

Website: http://www.cpre.org.uk

Dates: 2012

Purpose of organisation: 'We believe that our canals and rivers are a national treasure and a local haven for people and wildlife. It's our job to care for this wonderful legacy – holding it in trust for the nation in perpetuity. On a practical level, we have responsibility for canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs – along with historic buildings, archives and three waterways museums, including the National Waterways Museum.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Charity succeeding British Waterways (see Statutory Organisations)

Website: http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/

Dates: 1983

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'CHUG is a local charity based in Kingsland Basin, London N1. Founded in 1983, it was set up to promote use of the canal in Hackney.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://chug.org.uk/

Dates: 2000

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'A campaign funded by Canoe England to raise awareness of the access issue on inland waterways in England (and Wales) and to bring about a change to the access situation.'

Other names/organisations: see also British Canoe Association (est. 1887); British Canoe Union (est. 1936; federal umbrella since 2000).

Dates: 1879

Purpose of organisation (from Environment Agency website): 'The Central Association of London & Provincial Angling Clubs was founded in 1879, has several venues Lakes, Rivers, Canals etc. It is an Association comprising of Angling Clubs and Individual members.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Dates: 1987

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Working for the public benefit for a clean, green and sustainable world, CIWEM (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) is the only independent, chartered professional body and registered charity with an integrated approach to environmental, social and cultural issues.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Formed in 1987 out of merger between the Institution of Public Health Engineers, Institution of Water Engineers and Scientists, and Institute of Water Pollution Control, with origins dating back to 1895.

Dates: 1965

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Our vision, shared by the thousands of members of our registered charity, is to maintain the uniqueness of the Chilterns in the face of growing pressures on this part of the country.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.chilternsociety.org.uk

Dates: 1957 – 2009

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Civic Trust was founded in 1957 by Duncan Sandys, a British politician, and the former son-in-law of Sir Winston Churchill. It campaigned to make better places for people to live. It ran until 2009 before going into administration due to a shortage of funding.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.civictrust.org.uk/

Dates: 2010

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Civic Voice is the national charity for the civic movement in England. We make places more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive. We promote civic pride.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.civicvoice.org.uk

Dates: 2012

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We are a group of environmentally conscious Londoners from all around the city, who are passionate about the possibilities of implementing state of the art blue-green infrastructure to improve and protect the Thames eco-system and improve our environment for all Londoners, in the short and long term.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Dates: 1984

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Coin Street Community Builders (CSCB) is a social enterprise and development trust which seeks to make London's South Bank a better place in which to live, to work and to visit.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://coinstreet.org

Dates: 1907

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The CLA is the membership organisation for owners of land, property and businesses in rural England and Wales.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Central Land Association (to 1918); Central Landowners' Association (to 1949); Country Landowners Association (to 2001). Still known as CLA.

Website: http://www.cla.org.uk

Archives: There are records for the Country Landowners Association (1886 - 1971) at the University of Reading, Museum of Rural Life

Dates: 1997

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Creekside Forum acts as watchdogs, advocates & facilitators of community involvement in the maelstrom of building development taking shape in Deptford & West Greenwich. Acting as a conduit for community members to be included in the planning process & in issues which directly affect our quality of living & our environment, the Creekside Forum fights for the inclusion of disenfranchised, disadvantaged or overlooked stakeholders in our community.'

Previous names/organisations (if any) : n/a

Website: http://creeksideforum.wordpress.com

Dates: 1999

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Trust's mission is to work with the local and wider community to sustain and promote the regeneration of Deptford Creek through education, conservation and the forging of partnerships. The CET also aims to act as a voice for nature conservation and biodiversity in the area.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.creeksidecentre.org.uk

Dates: 1994

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Cross River Partnership (CRP) is a public-private partnership that has been delivering regeneration projects in London since 1994. Originally formed to deliver cross-river infrastructure projects such as the Millenium Bridge and the Golden Jubilee Footbridges, Cross River Partnership has since diversified to deliver a wide range of cross-borough regeneration projects.'

Previous names/organisations (if any) : n/a

Website: http://www.crossriverpartnership.org

Dates: 1985

Purpose of organisation (from website): The Darent River Preservation Society (DRiPS) was formed in 1985 at a meeting called by the Shoreham Society - its aim was the restoration and preservation of the river Darent.

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.darent-drips.org.uk

Dates: 1972

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We gather information about plans to build on, or significantly alter, any aspect of the countryside, and if appropriate, oppose those plans. If considered to be bad from a conservationist and sustainable development point of view, they will be opposed by any lawful means.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://dcps.btck.co.uk

Dates: 1979

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Docklands History Group (DHG) came into being in 1979 as an independent body to encourage greater understanding of all aspects of the Port of London, and the maritime, industrial and social history of the River Thames, together with its continuing development.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.docklandshistorygroup.org.uk

Dates: 1984

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Environment Trust for Richmond upon Thames was founded in 1984 with the aim to preserve, restore and find new uses for buildings and landscapes of historic interest and character within the Borough of Richmond.'

Main purpose of organisation (from website): n/a

Website: http://www.environmenttrust.co.uk

Dates: 1959

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Essex Wildlife Trust is the county's leading conservation charity. It has more than 32,000 members, manages and protects over 7,250 acres of land on 87 nature reserves and 2 nature parks and runs 8 visitor centres. The aim of Essex Wildlife Trust is to Protect Wildlife for the Future.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.essexwt.org.uk

Dates: 2013

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Faversham Creek Trust is an independent, non-political, not-for-profit community enterprise. Its overall aim is to restore Faversham Creek as a working waterway.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://favershamcreektrust.com

Dates: 1948

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'A membership organisation that uses the law to protect our members' fishery interests. In England, we act for the Angling Trust; as well as other members; in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, we take action for anglers of all disciplines, as we have done for over 60 years.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Anglers Co-operative Association, later Anglers Conservation Association. Fish Legal is now the legal entity for the Angling Trust in England.

Website: http://www.fishlegal.net

Dates: 1987

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Friends of Faversham Creek seeks to preserve and enhance Faversham Creek as a working waterway for traditional craft in an unspoiled environment, for the benefit of the local community, mariners, visitors and wildlife.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Dates: 1969

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Friends of the Earth strives for a more healthy and just world. We understand that the challenges facing our planet call for more than half measures, so we push for the reforms that are needed, not merely the ones that are politically easy.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.foe.org/

Dates: 2004

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Friends of the North Kent Marshes is a voluntary group formed to promote and protect the marshes of North Kent and their surrounding estuaries'.

Previous names/organisations: This organisation grew out of 'No Airport at Cliffe Campaign Liaison Group' in 2004.

Website: http://northkentmarshes.com/

Dates: 2003

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'To operate for the benefit of the public, and with other interested parties, to protect and enhance the environment of the River Crane, the Duke of Northumberland's River, their corridors and surrounding open spaces within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and its environs, for the benefit of the ecosystem, residents and visitors.

To advance the education of the public in the ecology, conservation, protection and improvement of the environment of the River Crane, the Duke of Northumberland's River, their corridors and surrounding open spaces within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and its environs.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.force.org.uk/

Dates: 1961

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust works throughout the county to provide wildlife knowledge and expertise, from ecological consultancy to wildlife advice.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/

Dates: 1968

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Greater London Industrial Archaeology Society (GLIAS) was founded in 1968 to record relics of London's industrial history and to deposit these records with national and local museums, archives, etc; also to advise local authorities and others on the restoration and preservation of historic industrial buildings and machinery.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.glias.org.uk/index.htm

Dates: 1993

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'GARD is a group of individuals whose aim is to identify and promote viable solutions to meet the future needs of water users in the Thames Water Region.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.abingdonreservoir.org.uk/index.html

Dates: c. 1984

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Groundwork London helps people and organisations make changes in order to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way.'

Previous names/organisations: Groundwork London grew out of Operation Groundwork, launched in Liverpool in 1982.

Website: http://london.groundwork.org.uk/

Dates: 1946

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Inland Waterways Association (IWA) is a registered charity, founded in 1946, that advocates the conservation, use, maintenance, restoration and development of all inland waterways for public benefit.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: https://www.waterways.org.uk/

Dates: 2011

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Kennet Catchment Partnership is a group of people and organisations who are working to improve the River Kennet and its tributaries for people and for wildlife.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a. Core funding is from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Partners include: Action for the River Kennet (ARK), Environment Agency, Canal and Rivers Trust, Natural England, Thames Water, Kennet and Avon Canal Trust, Reading and District Angling Association, Kennet Valley Fishery Association.

Website: http://kennetcatchment.org/

Dates: 1958

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We aim to work with people at all levels to bring about a renaissance of our natural heritage through the local and national programme of a Living Landscape and Living Seas.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/

Dates: 1884

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'We own and/or have access to many miles of river, lakes and canal fisheries which are run both for our own Member Clubs and for individuals. Our aim is to provide as many miles of fishing as we can afford.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): Formed out of a merger of the United London Anglers and West Central Association (see W.G. Callcut, The History of the London Anglers Association (London: W.G. Callcut, 1924)).

Website: http://www.londonanglers.net/

Dates: 1988

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The London Forum represents the views and interests of amenity and civic societies in London and their members on issues that are important for the living and working environment of Londoners, particularly in the fields of Town Planning, Development Management, Heritage, Transport, Infrastructure, Waterways and Open Spaces.'

Previous names/organisations (if any): n/a

Website: http://www.londonforum.org.uk/

Dates: 1986 – 2007

Purpose of organisation: 'To promote the development of a strategic plan for the river Thames and to provide a focus for public amenity.'

Previous name: London River Authority (to 1990)

Archives: There are some records relating to the LRA at the Museum of London Docklands

Dates: 1811

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'A society maintaining an effective role within the maritime and shipping industry together with associated companies and organisations that are collectively involved in commerce connected with the London's river and its estuary.'

Previous names: General Shipowners' Society (1811-1996); London Shipowners' and River Users' Society (to 2013)

Dates: 2009

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'London Sustainability Exchange (LSx) aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable London by connecting and motivating people.'

Previous names: n/a

Dates: 2000

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The London Thames Gateway Forum was created in May 2000 to continue the work of the Docklands Forum which had been active since 1974. Their principal activity is that of providing support and providing mechanisms for the participation of the community and voluntary sector in strategic regeneration and governance of Greater London.'

Previous names/organisations: The LTGF grew out of the Docklands Forum (1974-1999) and was previously known as the Thames Gateway London Community Network.

Dates: 1981

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'London Wildlife Trust is the only charity dedicated solely to protecting the capital's wildlife and wild spaces, engaging London's diverse communities through access to our nature reserves, campaigning, volunteering and outdoor learning.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.wildlondon.org.uk/

Dates: 1978

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) is the voice for everyone who loves the sea. We work to secure a future for our living seas, and to save our threatened sea life before it is lost forever.'

Previous name: Underwater Conservation Society (to 1983)

Website: http://www.mcsuk.org/

Dates: 1968

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Medway River Users Association was formed in 1968 after catastrophic floods which ravaged the Medway valley destroying homes, businesses, property and not least lives. We continue the ongoing challenge of persuading and lobbying the authorities responsible for the River and the environment to do the essential maintenance that may not be obvious to the casual observer.'

Previous name: n/a

Website: http://www.mrua.co.uk/

Dates: c. 2008

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Misbourne River Action is a group of volunteers from the Misbourne Valley area who are putting time and effort into rescuing and cherishing the river. Our simple objective is to revive the River Misbourne so that it flows regularly from its source at Great Missenden to its confluence with the River Colne at Denham.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.misbourneriveraction.org/

Dates: 1965

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Molesey Residents' Association has been working for Molesey since 1965 and provides all year round support for the environment in Molesey.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://moleseyresidentsassociation.org.uk/

Dates: 1991

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The National Association of Boat Owners is dedicated to promoting the interests of private boaters on Britain's canals, rivers and lakes, so that their voice can be heard when decisions are being made which might affect their boating.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://nabo.org.uk/

Dates: 1992

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'It exists to defend and preserve the ancient Lammas Lands of Leyton as public open space, free from enclosure, encroachment, and inappropriate use. We also aim to promote their use and enjoyment, and increase understanding of their history and significance, by such means as guided walks, historical talks and social events held on the Lammas Lands.'

Previous names/organisations: The New Lammas Lands Defence Committee is a revival of the 'Leyton Lammas Lands Defence Committee' (1892) formed to '"promote the interest of the inhabitants of the Parish in the Leyton Marshes or Lammas Lands"'.

Dates: 1986

Main purpose of organisation (from website): 'Since 1986, NRAG has been the major society working with local groups along the entire length of the New River, and with Thames Water Plc, to provide guardianship of London's legendary New River.

NRAG is the uniting link for around 40 other societies … .'

Previous names: n/a

Archives: The New River Action Group's papers for 1986 – 2000 are held at the London Metropolitan Archives.

Dates: Early 1970s

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Passenger Boat Association is a Group Association within the British Marine Federation. The Association retains its own identity, aims and objectives but contributes to and benefits from the broader resources available within the BMF. The PBA is dedicated to furthering the interests of Britain's passenger boat industry. Active since the early 1970s, the Association works to promote the prosperity of companies engaged in the industry and the safety of passenger boats operating on all domestic waterways across the UK.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.passengerboats.co.uk/

Dates: 2004

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'PortsWatch is a new campaigning network focussing on seaport development.''

Previous names: n/a. Portswatch was formed from a partnership between: Campaign to Protect Rural England, East of England (CPRE); Friends of the Earth; Marine Conservation Society (MCS); Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB); Transport 2000; Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society; Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust; Wildlife Trusts.

Website: http://www.foe.co.uk/campaigns/climate/portswatch/index.html

Dates: 1990

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Our goal is to demonstrate, using the Quaggy, that rivers can be major assets to an urban environment - bringing natural beauty, educational facilities and wildlife value into urban landscapes and urban lives. By demonstrating what can be done, we hope to inspire further river restoration work in other urban areas.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.qwag.org.uk/

Dates: 1963

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Residential Boat Owners' Association is the only national organisation which exclusively represents and promotes the interests of people living on boats in the British Isles.'

Previous names/organisations: n/a

Website: http://www.rboa.org.uk/

Dates: 2009

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The River Chess Association was formed in 2009 in response to growing concerns about the environmental pressures faced by the river. The aims and objectives of the association are as follows: Environmental Monitoring and Protection, Management of Voluntary Resources, Exchange of Expertise and Ideas, Raising Public Awareness, Education, Lobbying.'

Previous names/organisations: n/a

Website: http://www.riverchessassociation.co.uk/

Dates: 1994

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The River Restoration Centre (RRC) exists to promote, facilitate and support best practice in river, watercourse and floodplain management across the UK. It aims to provide a focal point for the exchange and dissemination of information and expertise relating to river restoration and enhancement. The Centre also provides advice on site-specific technical issues through a network of experienced river restoration practitioners.'

Previous names/organisations: n/a

Website: http://www.therrc.co.uk

Dates: 2003

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The Alliance is a partnership of public and private sector organisations set up to promote the non-tidal Thames to visitors.'

Previous name: River Thames Alliance

Website: http://www.visitthames.co.uk

Dates: 1962

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The River Thames Society was formed in 1962 to conserve the river for future generations and represents all river users whether they be fishermen, walkers, boat owners or just interested in its very rich history, traditions, flora and fauna.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.riverthamessociety.org.uk/

See also: Exploring the Thames Wilderness: A Guide to the Natural Thames at http://www.thameswilderness.org.uk/

Archives: The RTS records are held at the River and Rowing Museum, Henley on Thames. There are also papers relating to the RTS at The National Archives

Dates: 2001

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'To co-ordinate, represent and develop the aims and interests of the member Trusts in the promotion of sustainable, holistic and integrated catchment management and sound environmental practices, recognising the wider economic benefits for local communities and the value of education.'

Previous names: Association of River Trusts (to 2011)

Website: http://www.theriverstrust.org

Dates: 1980

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'To encourage better understanding amongst river users, there are nine River User Groups (RUGs) covering the length of the river from Cricklade to Tower Bridge. Members represent various river users, from clubs and sporting associations to commercial businesses.'

Previous names: n/a

Dates: 1980 – (recently re-established)

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The River User Groups (RUGs) were setup to provide a forum to discuss and resolve issues affecting river activities. … RUG Tidal covers the stretch between Teddington and the North Sea.'

Previous names: n/a

Dates: 2004

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'To raise public awareness about the health hazards & object to the systematic discharging of sewage into the Thames.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.thamessewage.co.uk/

Dates: 1889

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'The RSPB speaks out for birds and wildlife, tackling the problems that threaten our environment. Nature is amazing - help us keep it that way.'

Previous names: Society for Protection of Birds (to 1904)

Website: http://www.rspb.org.uk

Archives: The records of the RSPB are held at The Lodge, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2DL

Dates: 1903

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Campaigns politically for the management, protection and conservation of salmon, trout, sea trout and all other indigenous fish species and aquatic animals, together with the water environment necessary for them to thrive.'

Previous names: n/a

Website: http://www.salmon-trout.org/

Dates: 1980

Purpose of organisation (from website): 'Our club is a place where novices Mudlarks and experts can get together and learn about this fascinating hobby'

Previous names: n/a