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Wey Wildlife

There is so much to see and do all along the Wey Valley that it can be easy to forget just how complex and fragile the habitats are that we are travelling through. The river and waterway is teaming with life in and around its waters, and here we try to give you a taste of what is in store if you keep your eyes open and your ears alert.

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WEY ENVIRONMENTAL
“The poor management of our precious water resources is destroying some of our finest wetland wildlife sites. Rather than planning to exploit even more resources the Water Companies should invest more of their massive profits in using what we do have more effectively. The Government also has a responsibility and should be taking decisive action to protect the British countryside." Matt Phillips. Water Campaigner for Friends of the Earth

BEAT THE DROUGHT
Plant a water-efficient garden
FOAL ON LAMMAS LANDS GODALMING

Finding the Wey Wildlife

HABITATS OF THE WEY VALLEY

TREES & MEDICINAL PLANTS ALONG THE WEY

VALLEY INSECTS

NATIVE & VISITING BIRDS ALONG THE VALLEY

WILDLIFE BENEATH THE WATER

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

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