Overview

The below provides an overview of the key baseline information regarding engineering and environmental constraints associated with the Shepley Mill study area see here which need to be considered in order to identify the most viable fish (habitat)

Designated Sites

There are no National Site Networks (NSN), Ramsar sites or Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) within close proximity to the Shepley Mill study area.

Ecology and Geomorphology

Key terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna species in the Shepley Mill study area include:

Water Framework Directive

The River Wandle at Shepley Mill comprises of two different surface water bodies – Wandle (Carshalton Branch at Carshalton) and Wandle (Croydon to Wandsworth); and one groundwater body – Bromley Tertiaries.

Land and River Sediment Quality

Overall, despite extensive exploitation for public and industrial supply and waste disposal, the River Wandle has enjoyed a long historic reputation for the unusual clarity and quality of its chalk stream water.

Recreation and Cultural Heritage

The River Wandle is enjoyed by walkers. bird watchers ad recreational activities such as angling; with Wilderness Island owned by Sutton Borough Council and managed by the London Wildlife \trust, providing an urban wildlife haven for all to enjoy.