THE BENEFITS of the county’s waterways are the subject of the latest episode of the Sustainable Warwickshire podcast.
In the podcast, Dr Jon Radley, the Curator of Natural Sciences at Heritage and Culture Warwickshire, and Matt Bishop, Director of Warwick Boats and the Leam Boat Centre, discuss how rivers, canals and other waterways can enhance health and wellbeing.
The pair cover topics including how the presence of water has been shown to enhance mental health and promote physical activity, how Warwickshire’s waterways sustain diverse wildlife, the rich history of Warwickshire’s waterways, and the critical role rivers and canals will play in mitigating the county’s increasing vulnerability to flooding.
Coun Heather Timms, Warwickshire County Council’s spokeswoman for Environment, Climate and Culture, said: “Our rivers and canals are not just historical landmarks; they are living ecosystems that enhance our wellbeing and connect us to nature.
“It’s fascinating to listen to the podcast discussion of two very different perspectives on our waterways, from the joy of getting in a boat or standing up on a paddleboard, to learning about the history and biodiversity of the canals and rivers all around us.
“We’re very lucky to have so many here in Warwickshire and it’s clear that we need to cherish and protect them for future generations.”
The Sustainable Warwickshire podcast series features conversations with people from across the county who are taking action to reduce carbon emissions and support biodiversity. It covers subjects such as energy, waste and recycling, transport, infrastructure and the green economy, whilst also giving Warwickshire residents ideas on how to get involved and play their part.
Visit https://sustainablewarwickshire.podbean.com to listen to the podcast.
