The Surface and Groundwater Archives (SAGA) Committee is hosting a two‑part webinar series showcasing the UK’s key hydrological data archives and operational tools. The sessions provide an overview of how long‑term hydrological information is collected, curated, accessed, and applied to support research, water‑resource planning, and environmental assessment. 

These webinars are designed for:

  • UK Measuring Authority staff
  • Researchers and academics
  • Water‑resource managers
  • Policy makers
  • Anyone interested in hydrological data, monitoring, and forecasting

They provide a comprehensive introduction to the UK’s hydrological data landscape and demonstrate how national archives and operational tools can support evidence‑based decision‑making.

The second webinar is coming soon, join live on 23 April 2026 - sign up here!

Webinar 1: The National River Flow Archive and National Groundwater Level Archive

Recorded: 17 March 2026

The NRFA and NGLA are the cornerstone national archives for long‑term river flow and groundwater level data in the UK. This session introduces the purpose and scope of both archives, explains how hydrological data are collected, quality assured, and maintained, and demonstrates how users can access and apply these datasets in research and water‑resource planning. It also outlines recent developments and future plans to enhance data accessibility and functionality.