It's September! Our topic this month is...

Do I own a watercourse?

Land ownership can be a complex topic, including whether you own a watercourse. It is sometimes unknown, disputed, or difficult to work out, even when looking at title deeds for a property. As a riparian owner, you have responsibilities for the stretch of watercourse you own. These responsibilities cover all watercourses and are summarised further in 'Your Watercourse: rights and roles' found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/owning-a-watercourse.

Here is a little clip of Caroline, a riparian owner, in action.

To find out more, check out our FAQ: Do I own a watercourse?