We restore and protect the freshwater environments of the Westcountry for the benefit of people, wildlife and local economies.
For 30 years, we have cared for the rivers, streams, lakes, wetlands and estuaries of Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and west Dorset. We work with people, businesses and the public sector to advance the understanding of freshwater habitats.
Allis the Shad Who Wouldn't Give Up
Natural England published this exciting children’s book on World Ocean Day in 2023.
Westcountry Rivers Trust will receive all proceeds from its sales on our website to support conservation on the Tamar and other rivers. With the giving season on its way, this could be a great way to support our work and gift a delightful treat.
Our 2023 Impact Report
Discover even more about how our work in 2023 has restored and protected the region’s freshwater habitats.
We need healthy rivers. They give us so much – from our drinking water to space to unwind, from the wildlife they support to the food that we eat – we cannot live without them.
Latest News
A Winter River Spectacle
Strategic Exe Weirs Project Officer, Tom Watts talks about the importance clean gravels in our rivers plays in the...
Habitats Benefit through Enforcement Undertaking
POLLUTING the River Allen sees £8,000 paid to Westcountry Rivers Trust through an Enforcement Undertaking. C.P.Button...
Pesticide Amnesty Helps Protect Natural Water Quality
HUNDREDS of litres of harmful pesticides and chemicals have been safely removed from farms across Cornwall and Devon...