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Leisure on the Deben Estuary Survey

What’s your view on how the river can be best enjoyed by everyone? Please complete the Survey we have created and let us know 

Deadline 31st March 2025.

The recent rejection of the commercial hire of personal watercraft on the Deben Estuary (a decision that does not affect the private use of personal watercraft) has brought into focus several issues regarding the use of the estuary.

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(Link to Eventbrite booking page)

Date Wednesday 30 April 2025

Time 7.00 for 7.30pm

Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road IP12 4AU

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Purpose

A STRONG VOICE

The River Deben is a source of enjoyment for many people. Whether they sail, swim, walk the banks or watch the birds, the common factor is this unique river in its beautiful valley.

The RIVER DEBEN ASSOCIATION (RDA) was formed in 1990 as a strong local interest group to represent all concerned with the future of the Deben and its environs. The aim stated in its Constitution is to protect and conserve the character, beauty and environment of the River Deben. Its objectives are:

  • To encourage proposals to safeguard the river and to support appropriate future developments;
  • To resist proposals which could have a detrimental impact on the river and its environs;
  • To endeavour to influence the outcome of disputes / differences of opinion in a way which will maximise the benefits to the river and its environs;
  • To establish and maintain working relationships with local authorities and other regulatory bodies; and
  • To establish contact and foster co-operation with river users and other interested groups.

The Association now has over 900 members and we encourage all those who love the river to join.