Riverfly training on the Tale
In September 2016 the Westcountry Rivers Trust ran a training workshop on the River Tale at Escot Park based on the “Riverfly” concept. This was on behalf of the River Otter Association’s anglers that have an aspiration to make a difference. This is citizen science...
The Rivers Trust Autumn Conference 2016
On the 12-13th September over 170 people representing 44 different organisations attended the 2016 River Trust Autumn Conference in Exeter, which was hosted by the Westcountry Rivers Trust. The Conference which was entitled, 'The Partnership approach & assessing...
A unique send off for a unique man
On the 9th of September on a blustery Carlyon beach we said farewell in a unique way to a unique man. After listening to the words below we held hands for a Celtic blessing before a mad dash for the sea. Some braved the waves and went all the way in, some paddled in...
We must unite for our environment
Environmental organisations are meeting in Exeter on 12th and 13th September to discuss the implications of the decision to leave the EU and the role of partnership working in protecting the environment. Dr Laurence Couldrick, CEO of the Westcountry Rivers Trust...
Rivers Bring Water to Life
We might not realise it, but water is central to almost everything in our day-to-day lives. Without it, no longer would there be lush green countryside, buzzing hedgerows, juicy strawberries or the gin in our G & T. There is no denying that Westcountry rivers are...
Bath Lido Fish Rescue
Westcountry Rivers Limited (the trading arm of Westcountry Rivers Trust) were recently in Bath to undertake a drain-down and fish rescue at the oldest Lido in Britain, Cleveland Pools. The pool lies next to the River Avon and was once a welcome respite from the hot...