Lower Darent Riverside Strategy

Other key credits: Dartford Borough Council, Environment Agency

Executive summary from entrant: 

In response to the Thames Estuary 2100 Plan, the Lower Darent Riverside Strategy uses Nature-based Solutions to address flooding from the River Darent and River Thames, worsened by climate change. The Strategy promotes consistent local flood defence planning for Dartford town centre, park, and marshes, maximising environmental, social, cultural, and economic benefits. The strategy envisions a sustainable riverside, enhancing active travel connections and rejuvenating Dartford’s communities through improved connectivity between the Darent river and the town centre. This pioneering strategy provides a comprehensive approach, including a baseline, design principles, toolkit, methodology, and funding opportunities.