Join Emma Kelly from the Freshwater Biological Association to learn how volunteer surveyors can feed into the national picture of our waterways' health for protecting and restoring local rivers. The morning is classroom-based, and the afternoon will be spent by the river practising river assessment skills. Please bring a packed lunch and suitable outdoor clothing, including welly boots. No experience is required. More information may be found at the link below. Field-Guide-2023.pdf (priorityhabitats.org)  

An Event for Riparian Landowners and other Custodians of the River If you are lucky enough to own a part of the Waveney, How well do you understand your rights and responsibilities? Do you know what makes up a healthy river habitat? What is the role of the Environment Agency? - To find out more, join us at The Swan Hotel on 23rd February at 7 pm Culturally important in Suffolk and Norfolk, bordered by historic towns and picturesque rural landscapes, the River Waveney is vital to this area's prosperity. Crucial for agriculture, as a source of drinking water, recreation, wildlife and the movement of people and waste. Who makes sure the River is protected for the future of all? During this period of uncertainty and opportunity for farmers, nature and the climate, please join us to discuss riparian landowner, rights responsibility and what makes a healthy river. Welcome and Intro Emily Winter, Farm Cluster Coordinator, River Waveney Trust Working with Partners on River Maintenance          Alice Bickle, Flood and Coastal Risk Management Officer &  Emily Eardley, Comms Advisor, The Environment Agency Invasive Non-Native Species Do's and Don'ts Liam Smith, Nature Recovery Officer, Norfolk Non-Native Species Initiative Rivers the good, the bad and the ugly - Examples in Norfolk  Jonah Tosney, Operations Director from Norfolk Rivers Trust We encourage you to stay on and chat, ask questions, and get to know others responsible for the River Waveney.  If you are short on time to eat before you arrive, don't worry. Essex and Suffolk Water have kindly funded a selection of homemade sandwiches and tea and coffees to keep us going on the night. A fully licensed bar will also be available. This project is funded by the Government's Green Recovery Challenge Fund. The fund was developed by Defra and its Arm's-Length Bodies. It is being delivered by The National Lottery Heritage Fund in partnership with Natural England, the Environment Agency and Forestry Commission.    

Join us to pick litter along the Waveney The River Waveney Trust is taking part in a project - Preventing Plastic Pollution - looking at how plastic finds its way into rivers and eventually out into oceans. Help us to collect litter near and in the River Waveney, identify litter hotspots and look at ways we can tackle plastic pollution locallly, whilst gathering data that contributes to a better global understanding.  We've got plenty of litter pickers, bags, bag hoops and gloves so no extra equipment needed. We would love you to join us, it's a perfect opportunity to get outside, stretch your legs, chat with a friendly bunch of people, and eat cake! We will be joining the wonderful Beccles Bombles, a dedicated litterpicking group who are out every Tuesday keeping Beccles free of litter. Meet near the old dump, just off the Morrisons roundabout, at 2pm. At the end we will sort and record data about the litter we have picked and stop to eat cake. (I'll bring hand sanitiser too) Everyone welcome - you can let me know if you're coming by selecting a free ticket. Thanks Ange

Water Quality Sampling - Volunteers Needed Bungay Area Can you help?  RWT is at an exciting stage in the development of its latest project – Working towards the submission of designated bathing water status at Falcon Meadow.  For this to happen the RWT needs the help of Volunteers to undertake water sampling.  The minimum commitment is;   2-3 hr training on Saturday 14th January 2023  4-5 hour morning session once or twice a month (to be confirmed), excluding weekends & BH’s  Project starts week commencing 16th January 2023 and will run for approximately 10 months  The role will entail taking water samples, in pairs, from 9 sequential areas along the River Waveney in the Bungay area.  The samples will be professionally examined for bacteria/coliforms and other pollutants.  If you would like to be involved please contact Dawn on dawn@riverwaveneytrust.org  

Join us to pick litter along the Waveney The River Waveney Trust is taking part in a project - Preventing Plastic Pollution - looking at how plastic finds its way into rivers and eventually out into oceans. Help us to collect litter near and in the River Waveney, identify litter hotspots and look at ways we can tackle plastic pollution locallly, whilst gathering data that contributes to a better global understanding.  We've got plenty of litter pickers, bags, bag hoops and gloves so no extra equipment needed. We would love you to join us, it's a perfect opportunity to get outside, stretch your legs, chat with a friendly bunch of people, and eat cake! We meet in Morrisons car park - where the footpath leads to river at 10am  At the end we will sort and record data about the litter we have picked and stop to eat cake. (I'll bring hand sanitiser too) Everyone welcome - you can let me know if you're coming by selecting a free ticket. Thanks Ange

Tree Planting Along the Waveney  River Waveney Trust has various tree-planting sites along the Waveney, including Three Rivers Campsite in Geldeston, Outney Common in Bungay, Wortwell Mill, Mendham Mill and Shotford. We have 300 trees to plant anything left over will be mopped up anything in January. We need to move between sites during the day. What to expect: A friendly atmosphere, with some festive beverages and treats to keep us going. You will need to travel across uneven ground and wield a spade for this task. Please get in touch with me directly if you have any accessibility issues. Full instructions will be provided on the day, and we will need to move between sites, so please consider car sharing where possible. What to bring: Garden gloves, wellington boots and dress for the weather with long-sleeved tops and trousers. Your spade. Plenty to drink and a packed lunch. Tree planting is an effective tool for landscape-scale nature recovery and mitigating the effects of climate change. Providing shade to help control excessive growth of aquatic plants, e.g. duckweed Keeping the river cool during our warm summers and reducing the risk of fish kills Stabilising the riverbanks and reducing erosion Intercepting and reducing runoff of sediment and nutrients to the river, thereby improving water quality.

Come and join the River Waveney Trust to pick litter at Homersfield Bridge! We are taking part in a project - Preventing Plastic Pollution - looking at how plastic finds its way into rivers and eventually out into oceans. Help us to collect litter, identify litter hotspots and look at ways we can tackle plastic pollution locallly, whilst gathering data that contributes to a better understanding globally.  We've got plenty of litter pickers, bags, bag hoops and gloves. We would love you to join us, it's a perfect opportunity to get out for a winter walk and chat with a friendly bunch of people and make this part of the Waveney catchment look more beautiful.  I'll bring flasks of hot water, tea, coffee, milk and biscuits! (and hand sanitiser) We meet at 10.30am (following on from a quick 10am meeting with local parish councils to look at installing public bins) The weather is set to be cold but sunny, if conditions change and it's no longer safe to be by the river, the event will be rescheduled. Look forward to seeing you there Ange

River Waveney Trust Floating Pennywort Control  Most Fridays and occasional Tuesdays during November & December 2022 (check our website, as locations and times will vary from week to week) Join Broads Authority River Rangers & our volunteer River Wardens to help control invasive floating pennywort between Billingford Bridge and Hoxne Mill. All training and equipment provided.   Parking: Travelling along A143 toward Diss from Harleston, take a left-hand turn just after the Thorpe Parva exit on the opposite side of the road. We can park in the field and walk straight downhill to the river. I'm informed all cattle are off on the northern river banks.   What to expect: A friendly atmosphere, teas & coffee provided You will need adequate fitness to carry out dragging and pulling vegetation with a rake and travel across uneven ground. Full training and tools required for the job. What to bring: Garden gloves Plenty to drink and a packed lunch. Wear hats, sunscreen or extra layers depending on the time of year. Wellington boots Please dress for the weather with long-sleeved tops and trousers. Fleece materials are preferable when working close to the water as they are lightweight and dry more quickly. A dry bag with spare clothes is recommended. Volunteers wishing to bring a kayak or canoe are welcome. Just confirm arrangements directly with katie@riverwaventrust.org before the event. Expenses: We have limited funds available to contribute towards volunteer travel expenses, inquiries to Katie@riverwaventrust.org

Join the Trust to hear about what we have achieved in 2022, plus guest speaker from Anglian Water on their 'Get River Positive' message and plans for the region. There will be nibbles and a bar. No Tickets - Donations of £5 per person suggested to cover costs 

River Waveney Trust Floating Pennywort Control  Most Fridays and occasional Tuesdays during November & December 2022 (check our website, as locations and times will vary from week to week) Join Broads Authority River Rangers & our volunteer River Wardens to help control invasive floating pennywort between Billingford Bridge and Hoxne Mill. All training and equipment provided.   We will park just off the A143, on the right-hand side of the road travelling between the Billingford Mill turn-off and the Scole roundabout. I will flag the entrance on the day with some high viz. The exact location is marked on the map What to expect: A friendly atmosphere, teas & coffee provided You will need adequate fitness to carry out dragging and pulling vegetation with a rake and travel across uneven ground. Full training and tools required for the job. What to bring: Garden gloves Plenty to drink and a packed lunch. Wear hats, sunscreen or extra layers depending on the time of year. Wellington boots Please dress for the weather with long-sleeved tops and trousers. Fleece materials are preferable when working close to the water as they are lightweight and dry more quickly. A dry bag with spare clothes is recommended. Volunteers wishing to bring a kayak or canoe are welcome. Just confirm arrangements directly with katie@riverwaventrust.org before the event. Expenses: We have limited funds available to contribute towards volunteer travel expenses, inquiries to Katie@riverwaventrust.org

Come and join the River Waveney Trust River Wardens on the Waveney behind the supermarkets in Diss, this area is a real litter hotspot! We are taking part in a project - Preventing Plastic Pollution - looking at how plastic finds its way into rivers and eventually out into oceans. Help us to collect litter in the Waveney, identify litter hotspots and look at ways we can tackle plastic pollution locallly, whilst gathering data that contributes to a better understanding globally.  We've got plenty of litter pickers, bags, bag hoops and gloves. You will need a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, a well fitting buoyancy aid and suitable clothing for being on the water in winter. We would love you to join us, it's a perfect opportunity to get out on the water, exercise and chat with a friendly bunch of people.  There will also be cake at the end! (Hand sanitiser also provided or supermarket facilities are near by) We meet at 10am at the back of Tesco car park, near the path that leads down to the riverside. We will be on the water for around hour to hour and half, we will then sort the litter at the Youth and Community Centre on Shelfanger Road. Please let me know if you're coming by selecting a FREE ticket - I will need to provide supermarket with details of cars parked in their carpark for this event, so please get in touch before hand. Safety is our priority - if weather conditions are not suitable on the day the event will be rescheduled Look forward to seeing you there Ange

River Waveney Trust Floating Pennywort Survey123  Survey ahead of EA intervention they have planned for w/c 5th December Please park on Water Mill Lane, Hoxne. The exact location is marked on the map What to expect: We will work from boats on the river most of the day, and you may be required to portage around obstructions. What to bring: Your kayak/canoe Always carry a mobile phone, and wear a lifejacket/buoyancy aid A hot drink, water and a packed lunch. Please dress for kayaking. Manmade fibres are preferable as they tend to be lightweight and dry more quickly. In cold weather, consideration should be given to wearing; • base layers • hats, buffs/neck warmers, poggies or neoprene gloves  • wetsuits • dry suits • spray decks and cags  A dry bag with spare clothes is required. Expenses: We have limited funds available to contribute towards volunteer travel expenses, inquiries to Katie@riverwaventrust.org

Canoe Access and Biodiversity Project Get Together The Canoe Access and Biodiversity Project has been running for a year, and there is a lot to celebrate. You are warmly invited to: Join us at Geldeston Locks Inn for an informal catch-up and to share some pub grub. Later If the mood takes you, stick around from 2.30 to hear the fantastic local band Owl and Wolves. Please select a ticket to help me plan catering and indicate if you wish to eat with us. Hope to see you there!    

River Waveney Trust Tree Pinning Work Party Join Jeremy Miege, tree surgeon and conservation landscape engineer, to safely pin a previously obstructing tree along the river bank to allow canoe passage and create a habitat for fish and invertebrates.  There is plenty of parking alongside the river, where the Low Road has remained closed since the flooding events of December 2020. (Parking at what-3-words location: sampled.weaned.decoding. Message me if you need directions) What to expect: A friendly atmosphere, teas & coffee provided Waders will be provided. Full training and tools required for the job. What to bring: Garden gloves Plenty to drink and a packed lunch. Wear hats, sunscreen or extra layers depending on the time of year. Wellington boots Please dress for the weather with long-sleeved tops and trousers. Fleece materials are preferable when working close to the water as they are lightweight and dry more quickly. A dry bag with spare clothes is recommended. Expenses: We have limited funds available to contribute towards volunteer travel expenses, inquiries to email Katie@riverwaventrust.org

Rebecca and Stuart are members of the Waveney, Water & Woodlands Farmer Cluster, involving 19 farmers who are committed to improving water quality and habitat connectivity throughout the Waveney catchment. Rebecca  will be sharing her insights into Regenaerative Agriculture and Communities. The Mayhew family have farmed in Woodton since the mid 1940's, and started out with a small suckler cow herd, chickens and pigs, as well as farming over 500 acres of arable land.  Whilst on a family holiday in 2016, they spent time on a friend's dairy unit in Scotland and fell in love with the idea of having their own herd of Jersey cattle. Come and find out about how they care for their land and their Jersey herd, in a way that diverges greatly from methods of mega dairies. Raw milk, a micro dairy, milk sharing, calves staying with their mothers - it's a whole new approach. £4 Booking not necessary £3 RWT Members All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust