A much-loved open water swimming spot near Teddington on the River Thames is at risk.

Thames Water’s proposed Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) scheme plans to remove up to 75 million liters of river water daily during droughts, replacing it with treated sewage effluent pumped year-round from the Mogden Sewage Treatment Works.

This spot is more than just a body of water. It’s a sanctuary for swimmers, paddlers, rowers, dogs, and entire communities. Thousands rely on it for physical health, mental wellbeing, and meaningful connection.

Simon Griffiths’s call in Outdoor Swimmer made this call to stop that plan.

Deadline: August 26, 2025

✅ Send an email to: TDRA@ipsos.com

Use your own words, or adapt this message:

I object to Thames Water’s TDRA scheme. Discharging treated sewage into a treasured recreational stretch of the Thames, year-round, is unacceptable. This river supports thousands of water users and wildlife. Sustainable solutions like fixing existing leakage—currently over 600 million liters per day—should come first. Please register my objection formally with the Planning Inspectorate.

• Check out the business meeting after the ASCA World Clinic and the Build-a-Pool event in early 2026 at AOAP event.

• Discover the threats facing a cherished stretch of the Thames and how you can help.

• Learn about the Aquatic Health Club model initiative and its impact on private and nonprofit sectors.

• Get insights into the upcoming coaches Aquatic Business Workshop and its benefits.

• Explore the importance of purpose-driven business in the aquatics industry.

• Find out about the All Things Aquatics event on September 20th and how it can be a fun networking event for your aquatic career.

The series with Mick & Sue started on episode #37. Feel free to play prior interview parts.