Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, UK. 12th February, 2026. The Thames Water Gerrards Cross Sewage Treatment Works (pictured) in Buckinghamshire has been discharging storm water, probably including sewage, into the River Misbourne for more than 417 hours straight, ie over 17 days. The River Misbourne is a rare and ecologically important chalk stream, primarily fed by the underground chalk aquifer in the Chilterns. Running from Great Missenden to Denham, it provides a crucial habitat for wildlife like brown trout and water crowfoot. Although water companies are legally allowed to discharge storm
GLIX-115-3DP0AB5
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GLIX Prime
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Maureen McLean
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Gerrard's Cross, Buckinghamshire, UK
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Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, UK. 12th February, 2026. The Thames Water Gerrards Cross Sewage Treatment Works (pictured) in Buckinghamshire has been discharging storm water, probably including sewage, into the River Misbourne for more than 417 hours straight, ie over 17 days. The River Misbourne is a rare and ecologically important chalk stream, primarily fed by the underground chalk aquifer in the Chilterns. Running from Great Missenden to Denham, it provides a crucial habitat for wildlife like brown trout and water crowfoot. Although water companies are legally allowed to discharge storm