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Our WMA Member Boards

East Suffolk WMB

The Board’s Area falls within the Suffolk Coasts and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes some internationally important environmental assets, most notably Minsmere National Nature Reserve. The area is home to around 10,000 people, a thriving local economy and a hugely popular tourist destination that attracts visitors worldwide. The area is both locally and internationally important and worth the cost of defending and protecting, now and in future.

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Environment

Discover how we balance flood risk, drainage and ecological protection.

Our Environment Team guides the delivery of responsible and sustainable water management within our member boards. Protecting habitats, supporting biodiversity and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

WMA Boards Map 2025
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Maps

Explore our interactive board map to view catchment boundaries, drainage districts and key water management features. Access supporting information to understand how each area is managed and the role of our boards in protecting land, people and the environment.

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Discover how we balance flood risk, drainage and ecological protection.