Eco Designs

Reed Beds, Wetlands and Erosion Control Measures

Eco Designs specialise in providing a complete service for Reed Bed Systems and Wetlands from initial conception through to completion and long term management. We design vertical and horizontal flow type reed beds and our services include :

*  detailed reports, projected capacity and survey data
*  water quality testing with full laboratory analysis
*  long term management strategies
*  advice on drainage and discharge consents

We also offer a further range of low cost, low impact and sustainable Erosion Control and Landscape Management measures.

Reed Beds

Our reed bed systems are always designed to be naturalistic in appearance and will :

*  offer low capital costs
*  offer low maintenance costs
*  be robust and able to withstand a wide range of operating conditions
*  be ideal for locations without mains drainage
*  be environmentally friendly


Reed Beds have enormous benefits for the environment. They provide a home to some of our rarest, most threatened and spectacular wildlife in the UK. They also provide one of the most forgotten crops of the British countryside. Reed cutting and harvesting is both compatible with wildlife interests and a prime example of sustainable working as it can provide a valuable cash crop.

Our eco friendly reed bed systems are a low cost option for the organic treatment of contaminants such as sewage, drainage water and storm flows. Reed beds will effectively break down contaminants by the action of naturally occurring bacterial processes. Water can then be discharged or recycled as appropriate. We design both horizontal and vertical flow systems to suit the nature of the project and we will advise you accordingly.

At Eco Designs we realise each site has a different set of requirements and therefore we will carry out an initial site survey to discuss options before we design and manage your project.

Latest Update

Due to an increasing number of enquiries from overseas we are now pleased to offer a design service to clients in Europe. Please contact us for details.


water quality testing to 5 metre depth
vertical flow reed bed detail
reed bed with viewing platform

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