The Rivers Trust

The Rivers Trust The Rivers Trust are conservation experts with a wealth of data and expertise at our fingertips.

We work with our 60+ member Trusts to make our shared vision a reality: wild, healthy, natural rivers, valued by all.

πŸŽ‰ Positive River News!Before September gets fully underway, let's look back at some river wins from August.From thriving...
01/09/2026

πŸŽ‰ Positive River News!

Before September gets fully underway, let's look back at some river wins from August.

From thriving water voles and eel monitoring to fish passage improvements and habitat restoration, there's plenty to celebrate.

What was your favourite river moment from August? Share it in the comments below. πŸ‘‡

Featured this month:
South East Rivers Trust, Essex and Suffolk Rivers Trust, Westcountry Rivers Trust, ARK - Action for the River Kennet, and Aire Rivers Trust

28/08/2026

It's not just us, right? πŸ€”

Could you live on 50 litres of water a day? πŸ’§Over three years, water levels in Cape Town's dams fell dramatically, bring...
25/08/2026

Could you live on 50 litres of water a day? πŸ’§

Over three years, water levels in Cape Town's dams fell dramatically, bringing the city close to Day Zero, when its municipal water supply would largely be switched off.

In a new blog, Gwen and Shereen from The Rivers Trust comms team reflect on Shereen's experience of living through the crisis and the lessons it offers on water scarcity, climate change, and resilience.

As drought conditions become increasingly familiar across the UK and Ireland, it's a timely reminder that climate change isn't a future challenge for everyone. For some communities, it's already a lived reality,

Read the full article πŸ‘‡

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/could-you-live-50l-day-what-living-through-cape-towns-w5hpe

Image credit: James-Brent Steyn. Gamka Dam Beaufort West 2017

⏰ Our next Big River Watch is less than a month away!The summer has been tough on our rivers, and while many of us are e...
20/08/2026

⏰ Our next Big River Watch is less than a month away!

The summer has been tough on our rivers, and while many of us are enjoying the return of rain and cooler temperatures, the challenges aren't over.

After months of hot, dry weather, rain can run quickly over hard ground, increasing flood risk and washing pollutants into our rivers.

That's why we're asking you to check in on your local river.

πŸ“± Download the free Big River Watch app and survey a river near you between the 18th and 24th September.

Every observation, from wildlife and plants to river flow and pollution, helps build a clearer picture of river health and the impact of drought on our waterways.

Learn more πŸ‘‰ theriverstrust.org/big-river-watch

🌍 Are you aged 16-25 and passionate about the future of the UK's rivers and environment?The Government's first Youth Cli...
12/08/2026

🌍 Are you aged 16-25 and passionate about the future of the UK's rivers and environment?

The Government's first Youth Climate and Nature Panel is now recruiting 15 young people to help shape policy, share their perspectives and influence decisions on climate, nature, and the environment.

Panel members will have the opportunity to focus on the issues that matter most to them, from healthier rivers and nature recovery to climate adaptation and green jobs. No policy expertise is needed.

This is your chance to become a powerful young voice for our rivers and speak up for the waterways you care about.

Find out more and apply by Friday 11th of September 2026 πŸ‘‡

https://defraenvironment.blog.gov.uk/2026/08/06/shape-the-future-apply-now-for-the-youth-climate-and-nature-panel/

11/08/2026

"I don't want pristine rivers like this to be the exception. I want them to be the rule."

Standing beside the beautiful River Feshie, Will Millard reflects on the kind of river we'd all like to see more of: wild, healthy, full of life, and supporting incredible species like Atlantic salmon.

Want to help make more rivers like this a reality? Pick up one of our T-shirts and support our work fighting for wild, healthy, natural rivers across the UK and Ireland.

Head to https://theriverstrust.teemill.com/ to explore our new designs. Available in a range of fits and colours, each is printed on demand in the UK using low-waste inks.

Have you read our 2025/26 Impact Report yet?Find out how the Rivers Trust Movement is working to create a healthier futu...
07/08/2026

Have you read our 2025/26 Impact Report yet?

Find out how the Rivers Trust Movement is working to create a healthier future for our rivers.

From habitat restoration to schoolchildren rapping about rivers, discover the stories behind the numbers and what we collectively accomplished for rivers, nature, and communities in the last year.

πŸ‘‰ theriverstrust.org/impact-report-2025

05/08/2026

We're working to improve The Rivers Trust website, and we want to hear from you!

If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to complete our short survey before it closes at midnight this Friday (7th August). It only takes around 7 minutes, and your feedback will play an important role in shaping the changes we're making.

πŸ”— https://form.typeform.com/to/JDH8GqW6

A huge thank you to everyone who has already shared their thoughts. πŸ’™

πŸŽ‰ Positive River News!Our rivers are undeniably feeling the effects of the hot, dry weather - flows are low, waters are ...
04/08/2026

πŸŽ‰ Positive River News!

Our rivers are undeniably feeling the effects of the hot, dry weather - flows are low, waters are warm, and many parts of England are now officially in drought.

We, like many of you, are very concerned about the increased pressures they're facing. Still, it's important to take a moment to celebrate the positive stories emerging from our waterways - teams and communities across our Movement and beyond are working tirelessly to fight for a healthier future for our rivers.

From encouraging salmon fry numbers in a recent survey to rivers being reconnected to their floodplains, and projects that boost drought resilience, take a look at what happened in July.

If you've got a favourite river moment or story from the last month, share it in the comments below πŸ‘‡πŸ’™

Featured this month: Ribble Rivers Trust, The Tees Rivers Trust, Eden Rivers Trust, Severn Rivers Trust, South East Rivers Trust, Findhorn, Nairn & Lossie Rivers Trust, West Cumbria Rivers Trust and Norfolk Rivers Trust

βœ¨πŸ“¦ Free UK shipping this weekend! πŸ“¦βœ¨Had your eye on one of our new t-shirts? πŸ‘€ Now's the perfect time to pick one up, wi...
31/07/2026

βœ¨πŸ“¦ Free UK shipping this weekend! πŸ“¦βœ¨

Had your eye on one of our new t-shirts? πŸ‘€ Now's the perfect time to pick one up, with free UK shipping until midnight on Sunday 2nd August.

Will you join mudlarking treasure-hunter and Rivers Trust Ambassador Lara Maiklem in wearing our Wild, Healthy, Natural Rivers design?

Or will you make a statement with our Future Rivers collection?

Can't choose? We won't blame you for picking both. πŸ˜‰

Every t-shirt is printed on demand in the UK using low-waste inks and shipped in plastic-free packaging.

Wear your support for healthier rivers. πŸ’™

Explore all the designs, fits, and colours at https://theriverstrust.teemill.com/

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Callington
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