ABOUT THE TRUST

The River Ouse rises in the high land of the Sussex Weald and flows across attractive, gently undulating countryside. At Lewes it passes through a gap in the South Downs and out into the wide Ouse Valley before reaching the sea at the south coast port of Newhaven.

The Sussex Ouse Restoration Trust believes the river can be a priceless asset to its surrounding communities. We aim to promote a greater awareness of the benefits that the river can bestow on these communities and are working with other interested agencies for the:

conservation of the ancient structures associated with the river’s history,
restoration of navigation to the river above Lewes,
protection of the river’s banks and wildlife, and
improvement of opportunities for educational and leisure use.

If you would like to help us you would be made very welcome. We especially need people who could: advise on environmental issues; help with fundraising; be part of the publicity team; be a potential restoration “navvy”; make a financial donation; or join us as a member and tell others about the work we are planning to undertake.

If you would like to become a member of the Sussex Ouse Restoration Trust, there is a downloadable Membership Application Form which can be printed out and sent to us.