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River South Esk Catchment Partnership
We are a leading organisation in North East Scotland delivering climate and biodiversity outcomes
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River South Esk
Why is the River South Esk catchment so important?
The River South Esk catchment is the area of land that drains into the River South Esk and its associated burns, lochs, wetlands, and estuary. This water resource is of great value to a wide variety of users from the local community, to businesses and tourism providers.
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River Watch
Have you seen something of interest?
If you have seen something of interest or concern on the river we would like to hear from you. Please get in touch with your videos, photos, audio recordings or reports of sightings of uncommon species or anything you feel we should be aware of on the river.
Our Projects
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Restoring the River South Esk - Nature Restoration Fund
This project aims to deliver climate change adaptation and nature restoration across glens Clova, Doll and Prosen. Key themes include woodland expansion, wetland creation and river restoration.
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Wild South Esk
The Wild South Esk trail takes you from the Cairngorms National Park at the top of the catchment, to Montrose Basin Local Nature Reserve, at the bottom. You will see mountains, glens, woodlands, rivers, farmland and finally, the enclosed estuary.
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Rottal Burn Restoration
The lower reaches of the Rottal Burn previously flowed through a straightened, embankment-lined channel. This was restored to an open, meandering channel with the aim of restoring natural river processes and increasing in-stream and riparian habitat.
Explore the catchment
From the Cairngorm mountains to the North Sea, there are lots of opportunities to explore the outdoors and enjoy the catchment's unique nature and culture.
The 50-mile-long Wild South Esk Trail takes you on a journey of discovery through mountains, glens, woodlands, riversides, farmland and estuaries. These 3-day and 5-day itineraries are available to help you plan your trip.
Walking
Climbing
Picnicking
Sea trout and salmon fishing
Mountain biking
Bird watching