PROWATER Workshop: Ecosystem Service Quantification Across Borders
2023-02-16 12:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Cornwall
The University of Antwerp developed a tool applicable in the 2 Seas area (including regions in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France and Flanders) to assess ecosystem services resulting from Ecosystem-based Adaptation measures.
During this workshop, the University of Antwerp will demonstrate the results, after applying the tool on various PROWATER demonstration sites for Ecosystem-based Adaptation measures.
Examples of these Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) measures include temporary and permanent wetland restoration, conversion to lower interception vegetation types, soil restoration, river valley restoration, etc. In time of flood risk, these climate adaptation measures help lower the high water peaks in brooks and rivers. In time of drought and high water demand, the water stored in the landscape can be released back to the environment.
The tool assesses co-benefits (ecosystem services) resulting from these EbA measures, including water provisioning, water infiltration, water retention, carbon in the soil and more depending on available data.
This application allows us to explore the broader societal benefits of spatial development scenario’s, composed of different types of EbA measures on a larger scale. In turn this can provide inspiration and arguments to build strategic partnerships that can promote and implement the development scenario for more EbA measure.
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Litter Pick
2023-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Budshead Wood Local Nature Reserve, Truro Dr, Plymouth, PL5 2PZ, United Kingdom
Join the Plymouth River Keepers and Preventing Plastic Pollution teams for a litter pick in Budshead Wood LNR.
Meeting at Ernesettle Scout Hut, Digby Way off Rochford Crescent.
No need to book, just turn up on the day. All equipment will be provided.

Superbugs Exeter
2023-02-18 10:00 - 2023-02-19 16:00 | Maketank, 3-5 Paris St, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2JB, United Kingdom
Join our Evidence and Engagement team at this pop-up exhibition, to learn more about the Trace Organics Profiling (TOP) project, which aims to provide the most thorough ever screening of our rivers for trace pollutants, such as pesticides which may contribute to the emergence of antimicrobial resistance.
This Superbug Exeter event creates a fun, interactive space for the public to learn more about the health threats of antimicrobial resistance. Spanning across two days, this exhibition aims to engage children and their parents/carers with world-leading science from the University of Exeter, through a special event featuring crafts, microscopes and the opportunity to meet scientists in Exeter city centre. This event follows on from the global campaign World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) in November 2022.
A taste of what you can expect:
– Swab yourself to see what microbes are growing on your body
– Create your own microbe
– Use microscopes to explore the hidden world of bacteria & fungi
– Fight antimicrobial resistance through fun, interactive games
– Collect stickers as you go around to win prizes and become an antimicrobial guardian
No need to book, just drop-in! The pop-up shop will be open from 10am – 4pm on both days.
Organised by TREE, the MRC Centre for Medical Mycology and researchers from the AMR Network.

Climate Friendly Food
2023-02-22 11:00 - 15:00 | The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St.Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6EN, United Kingdom
A Farm Net Zero event aimed at food businesses interested in local and sustainable food.
We are all now aware that we need to reduce carbon emissions in order to slow climate change. But how can this benefit you and your food business?

Join the Farm Net Zero team at the beautiful Lost Gardens of Heligan to:

Learn more about how we measure the carbon footprint of farm produce
Hear how farmers are changing their production to become more sustainable
Discuss with others how to best utilise this opportunity within your food business

Follow this link to learn more and secure your free ticket https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-friendly-food-tickets-517602792887
Fabulous locally-grown lunch included!

Tavistock Neighbourhood Plan - Coffee and Conversations
2023-02-22 18:30 | Tavistock Town Hall, Bedford Square, Tavistock, PL19 0AE, United Kingdom
Come for Coffee and Conversation to discuss the Vision, Aims and Objectives of the Tavistock Neighbourhood Plan with members of the NDP Steering Group, as a part of the Upstream Thinking RRC project.
At the meeting you’ll be able to meet all of the steering group to discuss each aspect of the plan. We’ll have information about ideas that we’ve already discovered in the community as well as outside groups who are already working to help our community plan for the future.
This is an informal event with plenty of time for one to one discussion, and it would be helpful if you first take a look at the vision statement.
No booking required!

The South West Fly Fair
2023-02-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Roadford Lake, Broadwoodwidger, Lifton, Devon, PL16 0RL, United Kingdom
Join our Angling Officer at this fun and informative fair, to learn more about our Fish Pass App! https://fishpassapp.co.uk/
The South West Fly Fair is focused on fly fishing, with a range of talks and workshops for the whole family to enjoy.
Doors open at 10am with a welcome from the fair’s patron and one of the country’s most respected fly-fishing gurus, Charles Jardine, at 10.15am. Throughout the day there will be fly tying demonstrations from local and national experts, with a chance to ‘have a go’, as well as the opportunity to pick up useful tips and valuable advice. Other activities include casting demonstrations, fly casting lessons and clinics for both newcomers to the sport and experienced anglers feeling a little rusty after the closed season. There will also be trout cooking demonstrations by Gary Champion and the opportunity to meet members of fly fishing clubs based at lakes across the South West as well as find out more about coaching and tuition available in the region.
Trade stands will be selling new and used tackle and equipment and a bar and refreshments will be available.
Follow this link to learn more and secure your ticket https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/south-west-fly-fair-trout-2023. Pre-booking is essential!

'Designating Your River Bathing Water' Webinar
2023-02-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Cornwall
The Rivers Trust and Surfers Against Sewage bring you an introductory webinar for those interested in applying for official bathing water status for their river.
This webinar is aimed at local authorities, landowners, Rivers Trusts, NGOs, and grassroots community groups who are interested in submitting applications. Speakers will include those who have been involved in successful applications, as well as some who are just beginning the process.
This webinar supports the ‘Inland Bathing Water Development Project’, which aims to aid member trusts and local communities in their efforts to gain designated inland bathing water status, alongside working towards a target of 200 designated inland bathing waters by 2030.
Register for this zoom event at: https://events.zoom.us/ev/ArLcCI9fpqjIdfSzKzm0DOa2b1T696CRBuUq429vi89tKhB39E2f~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg?mc_cid=264a69f033&mc_eid=2036cf3394

Creedy Catchment Crayfish Conservation Project - Community Evening
2023-03-15 19:00 - 21:00 | The Boniface Centre, Church Lane, Crediton, Devon, EX17 2AH, United Kingdom
Come along for an evening of short talks and informative stalls, to learn about the endangered White-clawed crayfish in the Creedy.
The evening will focus on:

The Creedy Catchment Crayfish Conservation project
The plight of the endangered White-clawed crayfish and the impact of the invase American Signal crayfish
Being a citizen scientist and monitoring the water-quality in the Creedy
Volunteering to take part in crayfish surveys

The Creedy Catchment Crayfish Conservation project, led by the Wild Planet Trust and funded by Natural England and South West Water, is raising awareness of the plight of the White-clawed crayfish, one of Devon’s rarest endangered native species. The project will be working with the local community, landowners and other stakeholders to develop an action plan aimed at improving water quality and restoring habitat to help safeguard the future of white-clawed crayfish in the river Creedy.
The WRT Fisheries and Rivers Team have been inputting to the Creedy Catchment Action Plan, which aims to set up further crayfish conservation projects.
The event will include free refreshments. Reserve your free spot here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creedy-catchment-crayfish-conservation-project-community-evening-tickets-526779952017

SusSH Rivers Assembly
2023-03-18 10:00 - 14:30 | Kingsbridge Community College, Balkwill Road, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1PL, United Kingdom
Join our CSI team at the Sustainable South Hams River Assembly, to learn about plans to make the South Hams’ rivers amongst the cleanest and most wildlife friendly in the country.
– Learn about the South Hams’ rivers and the groups working in, on and around them
– Get inspiration from expert presentations, exhibition stands, breakout rooms
– Enjoy an opportunity to share skills, knowledge and experiences.
The tickets are “pay what you can” with a free option too. Learn more and book your place now at https://bit.ly/SusSHRiversAssembly
Hot drinks and lunch will be provided, with vegetarian, vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options. There will also be cakes for sale.

Making Cornish Rivers Better
2023-03-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Wadebridge Town Hall, The Platt, Wadebridge, PL27 7AQ, United Kingdom
Join representatives from the Westcountry Rivers Trust at this free networking event for anyone interested in citizen science.
Helping to monitor your local watercourse is more important than ever as increasingly torrential rains worsen sewage overflows and run-off from farms. Our Westcountry CSI team will be at the Cornwall Catchment Partnership FREE citizen science event in March, where you’ll have the chance to:

Meet community groups, technical specialists and local experts working together to benefit our local rivers.
Find out about volunteer activities happening in local river catchments, and how you can get involved.
Learn about river survey results and what they mean.
Discover how the results of citizen science informs action on the ground.

The event will be held at Wadebridge Town Hall and will feature talks, workshops and demonstrations on the riverbank. Lunch and refreshments included.
Follow this link to reserve your free spot https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-cornish-rivers-better-tickets-559709786037

Wild Tribe Outdoor Learning Conference
2023-03-29 08:30 - 15:00 | Siblyback Lakes, Common Moor, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 6ER, United Kingdom
Join our Citizen Science Investigation team at this outdoor learning conference focused on inspiring educators to implement outdoor practices and enviromental awareness into their teaching.
The CSI team will be exploring how citizen scientists can be developed in schools and discussing the opportunities available to collect data in our local environment.
The conference will have a rewilding theme and feature workshops by Derek Gow, Cornwall Council, Cabilla Cornwall and more.
Check out the event leaflet for more information Wild Tribe Conference 2023
Ticket prices range from £0-125 depending on Arena Network member status. To purchase a ticket fill in the attached form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc16FsYnDiNIpicyNrUVWMOVSO0gudi1JZn5e4-hEszLT4IFQ/viewform]

Soils and Nutrients Conference
2023-03-29 10:00 - 16:30 | Duchy College, Stoke Climsland, Cornwall, PL17 8PB, United Kingdom
Join us for a day of discussion about soil and nutrients, focused on understanding and managing these precious resources for the future.
This event is brought to you by the Westcountry Rivers Trust and Duchy College as part of the ongoing Devon and Cornwall Soils Alliance, building capacity and capability in regional soils advice under the Regional Flood and Coastal Committee and the Catchment Partnerships for Devon and Cornwall.
Alongside attending a range of talks by experts in the field, you will also have the opportunity to take part in a soil health assesment and management workshop. Please arrive at 10.00am if you would like to join the morning field trip, and 12.00pm for the conference.
The event on 29 March 2023 will take place in the Agri Food Building and Seale Hayne Lecture Theatre, at Duchy College. What Three Words: https://w3w.co/sculpting.according.trek
Follow this link to learn more and reserve your spot https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/soils-and-nutrients-conference-tickets-551138148037. There will be limited spaces so please register to attend.

Tamar Forum - Roadford Mitigation Program
2023-04-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Roadford Lake Cafe and Venue, Broadwoodwidger, Lifton, Devon, PL16 0RL, United Kingdom
Join our Fisheries and Rivers Team for a morning of presentations and discussion on the Roadford Mitigation Program.
Come along for some data, discussions and an open chat session with teas and coffees, along the beautiful Roadford Lake.
Reserve your spot here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wrt-tamar-forum-roadford-mitigation-program-tickets-596096148627

Learn about the Natural History of the River Tamar
2023-04-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Bridging the Tamar Visitor Centre, Pemros Rd, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1LP, United Kingdom
Join the Plymouth River Keepers team for some fun family activities as part of National Wildlife Week.

Learn about the fabulous Tamar River and its spectacular habitats
Water Beastie identification – take a look at the hidden world between the surface of our rivers
Learn to identify all manner of freshwater invertebrates (creepy crawlies) by looking at the real thing under a microscope
Water Quality Testing – become a Citizen Scientist and help us understand the health of our rivers by performing testing on water samples taken from the Tamar.

Free entry, just turn up! Learn more at https://www.bridgingthetamar.org.uk/event/family-activities-west-country-rivers-trust/.

Eco-Concious River Photography Workshop
2023-04-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Braunton Countryside Centre, Caen Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1AA, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun eco-conscious photographic session as we turn water from the River Caen into ‘bluetiful’ blueprints.
In this creative and educational workshop you will use a historic photographic process, the Cyanotype, to learn more about the river’s history, botany, and biodiversity whilst creating camera-less images on postcards.
This easter workshop is aimed at both adults and children (11+). All materials provided.
Limited spaces so book now at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eco-conscious-river-photography-tickets-574639100017.

River Wildlife Sculpture Workshop
2023-04-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Braunton Countryside Centre, Caen Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1AA, United Kingdom
Get your hands dirty in this clay sculpture session as we use basic sculpting techniques to create 3D models of river wildlife.
In this creative and educational workshop you will use natural riverside clay to learn about the importance of river habitats to wild species, whilst creating an anatomically correct and beautifully detailed animal figure.
This easter workshop is aimed at both adults and children (11+). All materials provided.
Limited spaces so book now at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/river-wildlife-sculpture-workshop-tickets-574671286287.

No-Dig Gardening Workshop
2023-04-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Community Roots Cornwall, Field of Dreams, Porthtowan, Cornwall, TR4 8FN, United Kingdom
Join the Farm Net Zero team for an evening of discussion and practical activities, focused on no-dig gardening.

Come along to the productive, sustainable and beautiful Community Roots Garden, to get some top-tips on how to successfully grow vegetables in a no-dig system. Whilst reducing carbon emissions, you can see benefits to soil health by adopting this simple and effective gardening technique. Feeding the soils organisms, instead of disrupting can result in a more productive garden, with less weeds!
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the Community Roots CSA Garden and learn how you can get involved in future planting projects.
The garden is situated within the grounds of the Mount Pleasant Ecological Park.
Visit this link to reserve your free spot https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/no-dig-gardening-workshop-tickets-594722851057

River Conversations with Friends of the River Exe
2023-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Great Western Railway Staff Association, 3 The Royal Avenue, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1EN, United Kingdom
Join Dr Sarah Ward, our Co-Creation Specialist, at this ‘River Conversations’ assembly to discuss ideas about what actions we can take together to save the River Exe.
This event marks the beginnings of the Friends of the River Exe conservation group, which has been created in response to current outrage about the state of our rivers. It’s aim is to be a voice for the river, bringing together the diverse grass roots organisations and people who live, work and play along the river Exe and its tributaries – to protect, restore and celebrate the river.
Come along and have your say!
Reserve your spot here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/river-conversations-with-friends-of-the-river-exe-exmouth-tickets-615545712797

If you can’t make this one, there will be additional events in:
Tiverton – Monday 24 April, 6-8pm, St George’s church extension, St George’s Church, Tiverton EX16 6LN
Exmouth – Tuesday 25 April, 6-8pm, Exmouth Railway Club, GWRSA, 3 The Royal Avenue, Exmouth EX8 1EN

Ponds and Wetlands Workshop
2023-04-26 17:30 - 19:30 | The Real Food Garden, Inches, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 5LR, United Kingdom
Join the Farm Net Zero team for an evening of discussions and practical activities, exploring the benefits of ponds for the environment.
Come along to the beautiful and productive Real Food Garden, near Wadebridge, to find out about how ponds are major carbon sinks, mitigating climate change as well as providing some of the most species rich habitat in the UK. Not enough space for a pond? How about a pocket wetland or rain garden, to soak up rainwater runoff and keep it out of sewers, while looking fabulous and supporting garden wildlife. We will also take a look at how wetlands can help treat nutrient pollution, keeping our rivers clean and healthy.
The session will include informative talks, discussions and a tour of the venue, alongside pond dipping and water sampling workshops.
Visit this link to reserve your free spot https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pond-dipping-workshop-tickets-574559080677.
Refreshments included.

Ernesettle Coronation Carnival
2023-05-06 11:00 - 20:00 | St. Aidan’s Church, 42 W Malling Ave, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2SS, United Kingdom
Join our Fisheries and Rivers Team at this family-friendly village carnival.
You’ll have the chance to:

Learn more about our Plymouth River Keepers project
Learn how to be watertight
Learn how we can all help better protect our rivers

This event is taking place at Ernesettle Green and St Aidan’s Church.
No need to book, just turn up!

Tamerton Foliot May Carnival
2023-05-13 | Wadlands Meadow, Seven Stars Lane, Tamerton Foliot, Devon, PL5, United Kingdom
Join our Plymouth River Keepers team at this family-friendly village carnival.
You’ll have the opportunity to:

Meet the team and learn more about the project
Learn about the wildlife that lives in nearby streams
Learn how we can all help to better protect the environment

Learn more about the event here: https://www.facebook.com/tamertonfoliotmaycarnival
Location: What3Words ///depend.lakes.save
No need to book, just turn up from 11.30am.

Dartmoor Community Conversations: Slowing the Flow
2023-05-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Online
Join us for an online interactive session to learn about techniques that communities at risk of flash flooding can use to improve their flood resilience.
Flood resilience actions can vary from community flood groups to flood warnings to slowing the flow through natural flood management. The evening will include talks on these different subjects and opportunities to give feedback on preferences.
Rapid Response type Catchments, or RRtCs, are small catchments (under 10km²) where high rainfall events can lead to flood water overwhelming downstream communities. Working in these catchments is increasingly important as climate change and changing weather patterns can increase the likeliness of flash flood events.
We have identified RRtCs in Walkhampton, Whitchurch and Ashburton with opportunities for natural flood management. We would like to work with you to identify these communities’ preferences for building flood resilience.
This work comes under the Devon Resilience Innovation Project (DRIP).
Reserve your spot here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dartmoor-community-conversations-slowing-the-flow-tickets-622402170647

Bringing Rivers to the Poly
2023-05-18 18:00 - 19:00 | The Poly, 24 Church St, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3EG, United Kingdom
Join us at this Café Sci event hosted by Cornwall Science Community.
Come along for an evening of talks, discussion and film, to learn about some of the charity’s projects restoring and protecting the county’s rivers and wildlife, and how being a citizen scientist with the charity makes a big impact for the short and long-term health of the waterways being monitored. Plus, be among the first to see its short new film ‘Science, Citizens and a Love of Westcountry Rivers’, showcasing the charity’s river guardians of the region.
This session comes to Falmouth as a part of the ‘Bringing Rivers to You’ campaign, where we will be taking the joys and stories of local rivers into bustling town centres to reconnect communities with their waterways.
Follow this link to book your ticket https://thepoly.org/whats-on/event/2336/bringing-rivers-to-the-poly.
You can also join in online via Zoom, find out more and reserve your spot here.

River Roadshow @ Bridport Community Charter Fair
2023-05-20 09:30 - 15:30 | Millennium Green, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3JL, United Kingdom
We’ll be Bringing Rivers to Bridport for the first stop in our River Roadshow.
The Bringing Rivers To You roadshow will be touring riverside towns across the Westcountry, to bring the joys of rivers into busy public locations. Come along to enjoy an immersive and interactive experience where you can learn stories about your local waterways and the work that our charity is doing to protect them.
This leg of our journey around the Westcountry, will feature:

Captivating tales of river mermaids and monsters around Dorset, told by storyteller Clare Viner
Art activities
River dipping wildlife ID activities
An introduction to water quality testing

Alongside all of this, the Bridport Community Charter Fair will be a large celebration with maypole dancing, music and family-friendly activities. The event reflects the diverse creativity, passions and pastimes of the Bridport Community, with all ages and interests welcomed to take part.
Check out the itinerary for the day here https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/bridport-community-charter-fair-2023/
The event will be taking place across Millennium Green and Bucky Doo Square.
Keep an eye on our Bringing Rivers to You campaign page for more River Roadshow dates https://wrt.org.uk/bringing-rivers-to-you/

Marine Engagement Day - Seaweed Printing
2023-05-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Kennack Sands, Ruan Minor, Cornwall, TR12 7LT
Join us at Natural England’s Marine Engagement Day at Lizard National Nature Reserve
Photographic artist Josie Purcell (who also happens to be our coms manager) will be showing you how to make ‘bluetiful’ prints on the beach with seaweed, sand and sunshine, while also helping you learn about the links between our rivers and the sea.
Other organisations will be hosting a range of activities*, promoting engagement and awareness of our rich and diverse marine environment, based at Kennack Sands.
*Activities may be scaled down in poor weather. Please check the website below prior to the event for any changes
10am – 12pm: A silent disco beach clean led by Cornwall Wildlife Trust followed by a creative session using the litter collected;
Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s Seaquest station where you can spot and record marine wildlife;
12pm – 2pm: A guided rock pool safari and BioBlitz led by The Rock Pool Project;
2pm – 4pm: The Rock Pool Project’s accessible mobile rock pool – located on the upper shore where you can learn about local marine wildlife with an expert;
2pm – 4pm: A creative session led by photographic artist Josie Purcell, also part of Westcountry Rivers Trust, using seaweed specimens to create ‘bluetiful’ Cyanotype prints on the beach.
The event is a part of our #BringingRivers2U campaign and #NNRweek2023
Kennack Sands Flyer
https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/event/cornwall-lizard-national-nature-reserve-marine-engagement-day-by-natural-england/

River Roadshow @ World Ocean Day on the Hoe
2023-06-08 10:00 - 12:30 | The Hoe, Plymouth, Cornwall, PL1 2PA, United Kingdom
We’ll be Bringing Rivers to Plymouth for World Ocean Day as part of our River Roadshow.
The Bringing Rivers To You roadshow will be touring riverside towns across the Westcountry, to bring the joys of rivers into busy public locations. Come along to enjoy an immersive and interactive experience where you can learn stories about your local waterways and the work that our charity is doing to protect them.
This leg of our journey around the Westcountry, will feature:

Facts on how our rivers impact ocean health and conservation
The launch event of Angela Gall’s new book ‘Allis the Shad Who Wouldn’t Give Up’
Creating your own ‘River Rhyme’
An introduction to water quality testing

This event is in collaboration with The Plymouth National Marine Park, the Ocean Conservation Trust and Clean Our Patch, who will also have stalls along the Hoe with educational activities to get involved with!
We will be positioned near the beatles statues on the west side of the Hoe. What 3 words: ///zone.pull.cherry.
No need to book, pop-by and celebrate World Oceans Day with us!
Keep an eye on our Bringing Rivers to You campaign page for more River Roadshow dates https://wrt.org.uk/bringing-rivers-to-you/

Forest Gardening and Agroforestry Workshop
2023-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Loveland Community Field, 2 Church Hill, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8AJ, United Kingdom
Join the Farm Net Zero team for an evening of discussion and activities, exploring the benefits of forest gardening and agroforestry.

Our next climate-friendly gardening workshop will hosted by the thriving Loveland Community Field.
We will be taking a look at the new agroforestry planting at Loveland and hearing about the challenges and inspiration behind the project.
Gain tips on how to start your own forest garden and learn about the environmental benefits of planting trees, shrubs and perennial plants alongside crops. The session will focus on how to manage your garden to best sequester carbon and adapt to a changing climate, as well as boosting biodiversity.
Limited spaces, reserve your FREE spot here.

Water and Climate Change: 10 Things You Should Know
2023-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Join our Co-creation Specialist, Dr Sarah Ward, at this panel discussion to celebrate 25 years of Centre for Water Systems (CWS).
Hear four speakers passionately discuss the implications of our changing world on a key area. Climate Change and water are intertwined, from flooding and drought, to increased demand and varying quality.
We’re looking at the 10 key changes you need to know: what we are already experiencing, alongside what to expect in the coming years, and the positive ways scientists and engineers are building resilience.
We’re sharing the research behind the headlines, with a particular focus on the work of the Centre for Water Systems at the University of Exeter.
We’ll examine the science behind attribution; is there evidence that individual extreme flooding events were affected by Climate Change?
How can we become more resilient in a changing world to extreme weather events and how does the artistic community work with scientists to communicate their work?
Come along and join the conversation.
This event is in partnership with the Centre for Water Systems at the University of Exeter, which is celebrating its 25 year anniversary.

Biodiversity and Water Quality at Alren Farm
2023-06-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Alren Farm, Stoke Climsland, Cornwall, PL17 8PT, United Kingdom
Join the Farm Net Zero team at this community event, at the hub of the Stoke Climsland Farm cluster.
Bonny Lightfoot of Alren farm has been one of the farmers central to building the award winning 21– strong Stoke Climsland Farm Cluster. Bonny, Tim and Jake are holding an event to discuss what they are doing to improve water quality and support biodiversity.
Other speakers include:• Robin Jackson (Duchy College) Director of the Rural Business School• James Harbord (Westcountry Rivers Trust)• James Coumbe (Westcountry Rivers Trust) Land Adviser, and Farm Cluster Coordinator• Hannah Jones (Farm Carbon Toolkit) Soil quality and carbon adviser
The Defra Funding will support innovations by the Lightfoots and others in the farm cluster to enhance the beautiful environment of the Stoke Climsland Parish.
This Lottery-funded Farm Net Zero event will take place at the Alren Farm, Stoke Climsland. What3words:///averts.warblers.remodel.
Pasties will be provided so please book your spot, by contacting Alex Bebbington (alex.bebbington@duchy.ac.uk), James Harbord (jamesh@wrt.org.uk) or Hannah Jones (Hannah.jones@farmcarbontoolkit.org.uk).
Learn more about the Farm Net Zero project here.

Water Net Gain Briefing
2023-07-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Cornwall
You are invited to join our CEO Dr Laurence Couldrick and Carolyn Cadman, Director of Natural Resources at South West Water, to learn about the Water Net Gain project, recently awarded £1m from the Ofwat Innovation Fund.
See further information here
Please register at eventbrite.com.au/e/water-net-gain-briefing-tickets-669208609967
You will be sent a link to join the online event nearer the time by email.
