The wildlife found there includes everything from invertebrates such as spiders, snails, and beetles to birds that include teals, kingfishers, woodpeckers, owls, and marsh harriers.
The waters are dark blue and are usually very calm, so enjoying recreational activities on the river is not difficult. Regardless of which part of the river you get to visit, it all seems equally as beautiful!
Houghton Mill is a water mill and a beautiful National Trust property. It has held several types of mills over the years and has been located in the same spot since the year 969.