Last Monday, the community of Betws Y Coed gathered for a vital meeting focused on exploring ways to actively engage in the protection and conservation of rivers in North Wales. The meeting was an inspiring display of community spirit, with passionate individuals coming together to discuss strategies for safeguarding our natural water resources.

Wales' largest water company has been downgraded for the second year running after a rise in pollution incidents. Welsh Water caused 89 sewage pollution incidents in 2022, five of which were classed as "having a high or significant impact". Natural Resources Wales (NRW) reduced the company's rating of three stars to two stars, meaning it "requires improvement".

It’s been a busy few weeks with 3 school visits across our catchment! What better way to do it than in the mountains and on the river banks!

Water pollution is a growing concern, but there's a fascinating solution that can help us tackle this problem: rain gardens. In this article, we'll explore what rain gardens are and how they help reduce water pollution, making our water cleaner and healthier.

The North Wales Rivers Trust has recently completed a river restoration project on the stunning island of Ynys Mon. The trust has taken a step forward in preserving and improving the ecological health of this region.

As custodians of North Wales' rivers and ecosystems, the trust recognises the importance of providing suitable habitats for otters, an iconic and ecologically significant species.

We investigate recent news reports.

On the 31st of May we had a community meeting in Machynlleth where locals around the Dyfi joined us to discuss their concerns and learn more about the work we do.

This week staff at North Wales Rivers Trust completed training in wetland construction for sewage and farm and treatments, thanks to The Rivers Trust. Staff spent time at the Slimbridge wetland centre in Gloucester and learnt from the specialist team from the Constructed Wetland Association.

Rock salt investigations into freshwater pollutants in Llanbrynymair.

Biodiversity Assessments

North Wales Rivers Trust have developed and trained staff in our river health checks and biodiversity assessments. We are now offering a wide range of biodiversity assessment services carried out by trained staff as a service as part of our consultancy arm.

Darllenwch amdan ein sesiwn blasu pysgota yn Llyn Elsi. Gwariasom ddydd Sul yn Llyn Elsi yn trafod amdan dechnegau pysgota a bioddiogelwch.

Read about our angling taster session in Elsi Lake. We spend Sunday at the picturesque Llyn Elsi discussing fishing techniques and biosecurity.

Are you interested in the fascinating history of medicine? Did you know that Wales was once known as the leech-farming capital of Europe during the Victorian era? Discover the Snowdonia and North Wales lakes used for leech farming during this time.

The sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and the fish were biting at our recent fly fishing session at Rhydd Ddu. Our second ‘Cast A Line’ session hosted this Saturday by the Seiont, Gwyrfai and Llyfni angling club. The club provided expert instruction on fly fishing techniques and discussions on invasive species.

Welcome to the second edition of the North Wales Rivers Trust magazine, now available in both English and Welsh. As we move into spring, we are excited to bring you an issue filled with updates from our team and the latest news on the health of North Wales rivers and our ongoing campaigns. From conservation efforts to community engagement, this magazine is packed with informative and inspiring content that highlights the important work being done to protect our rivers.

On Wednesday evening, Huw Irranca-Davies MS, held a short debate in the Senedd on the perilous state of Atlantic salmon populations in Wales. Huw is the “Species Champion” for Welsh salmon with Cefin Campbell MS, who also contributed to the debate, the equivalent Champion for the similarly threatened sewin (sea trout). Link to Afonydd Cymru

In a collaborative effort to address the issues plaguing the Afon Leri, the North Wales Rivers Trust and NRW Oly Lowe recently came together for an on-site meeting with Tal Y Bont Flood Community Group lead Linda Denton. The focus was on understanding the challenges faced by the river, particularly in light of the devastating flood event that occurred in Tal y Bont, Ceredigion in 2012.

We have been out in the Clwyd catchmnet listening to the views of water users, land owners and individuals. This week Liam caught up with the Clwyd & Vale Angling Club.

The North Wales Rivers Trust team recently attended a visit to the Uwch Conwy project, hosted by the National Trust and Natural Resources Wales (NRW). The project was originally designed to improve the habitat of the river but has had multiple benefits, including improved water quality and natural flood management.