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iWharfe Fencing Update

Fencing works along the River Wharfe near Conistone are now complete! The fencing will stop livestock entering the river which can be a major cause of erosion and pollution. By working with us the farmer is helping the environment and his livestock management, allowing the land between the fence and river to grow rougher, providing...

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Invasive Species Week 2023

This week is the UK’s #InnvasiveSpeciesWeek which aims to raise awareness of the impact of invasive species and how we can all reduce their spread. Find out more about invasive species here...

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We are hiring!

Volunteer and Engagement Officer This is an exciting role for a candidate with a passion for thriving rivers and communities, someone who has the skills to drive increased engagement and involvement with our diverse project work across the Rivers Swale, Ure Nidd, Ouse and Wharfe and their catchments. Click here for more information....

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Charter for Rivers

The Rivers Trust have signed River Action UK’s ‘Charter for Rivers’ to call on all political leaders to commit to restoring our rivers to health by 2030.   Find out more here...

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Farming for Resilience Events: Northern Protected Landscapes

Farming for Resilience: Northern Protected Landscapes ·     Tuesday 16 May: Reducing Nitrogen Input Costs, Darley, Harrogate ·       Friday 19 May: Improving Soil Health, Darley, Harrogate ·       Tuesday 18 July: Weatherproof Farming, Darley, Harrogate ·       Tuesday 6 November: Weatherproof Farming,...

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Nidderdale Charity Walk 14th May 2023

14th May 2023 Do you fancy climbing into your hiking boots, enjoying some gorgeous views and breathing in some fresh spring air? Then why not join this year’s Nidderdale Charity Walk & Run?  You can sign up on behalf of YDRT and if we get 10+ supporters, the Rotary Club will make a donation to our …...

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Gilling West Pollution Incident

Our CEO Dr Marie Taylor visited Gilling West this week to speak to local Fisherman Ron of the Gilling West Fly Fishers about the impacts of the pollution incident within the area. Marie had an opportunity to speak to ITV Tyne Tees about the historic work the Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust has delivered supporting local …...

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Home or Office based volunteer needed

Can you help? Want to support our work but can’t make our volunteer days? How about supporting the work of the Dales to Vale Rivers Network? If you are interested please contact Charlotte via [email protected]...

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Spring 2023 Newsletter

YDRT Spring Newsletter 2023 In this issue: – New Staff Welcome  – Water testing with iWharfe  – Arkengarthdale Update  – Tree planting with Rivers In Elmet  – Coming Up View Newsletter...

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YDRT Christmas Update 2022

YDRT Christmas Update 2022 In this issue: YDRT Open Day 2022 Christmas Fundraising Auction 2022 – most successful on record! A round up of our year Coming up in 2023 View Newsletter...

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