We have a stream of real time data of river levels, coming in from the Environment Agency. You can pick them up here. This is great news. Real time river data would really open in the potential for boating in the area. With such patchy rainfall and quick runoff times it should make a massive difference, particularly for those learning the sport and chasing the next level.

The trial is of limited time and scope. We will get an update on 3 sites every weekday morning. This will be reviewed after 3 months by the EA. The data stream is availbale to other local interested parties by arrangement with the EA. We at rainchasers hope to demonstrate that this arrangement is a winner for all concerned.  Saving wasted journeys (and the associated carbon), avoiding scraping down rivers for the sake of, not missing that dump of rain on the other side of the hills. Showing the commanilty of basic common interests between those with a stake in the rivers protection, without getting into sterile old debates.  We are hoping that the scheme will be extended and widened.

Its getting a bit congaltulatory at the mo - but  a massive shout of thanks are due to the two people behind this. Jo Ratcliffe at the EA and Shorty (John Cresswell) at the computer.  Both of then have believed in this and made it happen. If this ever makes your day, or saves you fuel, then you owe them a drink! Also thanks are due to Ben Lamb and Tim Burne. We are in Beta with the technicalities and we hope to address calibration issues ASAP, following that, we will improve the graphics.

For calibration we need a solid, objective river level report with a recorded time. A picture would be ideal or a descriptive report that is really precise. Get us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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