Most Riverbanks Locked Away | London News

Seventy-one percent of riverbanks in England are off-limits to the public, leaving most inland waters effectively closed off — even as heatwaves drive demand for cooling spots in nature. Campaigners push for a new law guaranteeing responsible access to both land and water, arguing that current “river walks” don’t unlock actual public access. With ninety-six percent of rivers lacking legal rights for swimming or paddling, and popular trails forced miles from the water’s edge, the disconnect between public desire and restricted access is stark — and the fight for open rivers is far from over. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8ca7c17ab30b7225