Join us to pick litter along the Outney Common riverside footpath 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 there will be cake at the end! Those on foot will meet at 10am in the public car park at Outney Common (what3words unlisted.roof.perusing) Those in kayaks, canoes or on paddle boards will meet at 9.45 at Falcon meadow (what3words harmlessly.points.camp) If you intend to take part on the water please ensure you have suitable clothing for the weather conditions and a buoyancy aid. Staff from the River Waveney Trust will be at both locations to meet you, the two groups will be heading the same direction along the river so should hopefully meet along the way. It's a 3 mile route so we anticipate the walk will take approximately 1hr 30min, then at the end we will gather to record data on what we have collected and to eat cake and have hot drink. Everyone welcome Please select a FREE ticket so I know how many to expect, thanks See you there Ange

River Waveney Trust Floating Pennywort Control  Most Fridays and occasional Tuesdays during November & December 2022 (check event details carefully, 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.   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

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

River Waveney Trust Floating Pennywort Control  October, November December 2022 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: will be in a meadow off Low Road, on the right-hand side before the Billingford Bridge as you drive toward it from the A143. I will be standing by with high-viz to direct people where to come. What to expect: A friendly atmosphere, teas & coffee provided You will need adequate fitness to drag and pull 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. Please inquire with Katie about the day. Thanks, Katie

Join us to pick litter around Shotford Bridge We've got plenty of litter pickers, bags, gloves and waders if necessary so no extra equipment needed. The River Waveney Trust is taking part in an EU project looking at how plastic finds its way into rivers and eventually out into oceans. Help us to collect litter near the River Waveney, identify litter hotspots and look at ways how we can tackle the plastic pollution problem locallly, whilst gathering data that contributes to a better understanding of the problem globally.Plastic in aquatic and marine environments causes harm to wildlife through entanglement and is mistaken for food which leads to poor health and premature death for all manner of fish, birds, mammals and invertebrates. Everyone welcome, hot drinks and cake supplied! We meet at 9am at Shotford Bridge, Low Road, Harleston IP20 9QT You can just turn up on the day, but selecting a FREE ticket here lets me know how many to expect and how much cake to make!! See you there Ange

When we picture an idyllic river we probably imagine it teeming with life - plants, insects, fish, and mamals, with places to play and beautiful open views across the countryside. As you imagine this perfect river, does it have wood in it? Is it a little wild and overgrown, or is it a neat and tidy river? Join Katie (Projcet Officer for River Waveney Trust), she will challenge us to rethink our opinions on wood in rivers and help us to understand its impact. Booking not necessary £4 Non Members £3 RWT Members All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust

We will be picking litter along riverside locations in Diss, joining up with the wonderful Diss Litter Picking Volunteer group. Between us we've got plenty of litter pickers, bags and gloves so no extra equipment needed. When plastic finds its way into rivers it causes harm to wildlife through entanglement and is mistaken for food leading to poor health and premature death. Most of this plastic will eventually end up in the ocean causing harm to marine life. Come and help us collect litter and gather data about what we find, help us indentify litter hotspots and look at ways in which we can tackle the plastic pollution problem. We meet at 10am at Co-op Funeral Care on Stanley Rd

A guided riverside walk and talk hosted by Martha Meek and Emily Winter (our Development Manager and Catchment Officer) Walk around Frenze Beck Nature Reserve in Diss and hear about the ongoing restoration of this County Wildlife Site and the work to improve public riverside spaces around Diss. Dogs on leads can be brought, but please be aware that cattle may be present nearby. There is a small parking area at the entrance to the nature reserve. £4 Booking not necessary £3 RWT Members All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust  

A talk by Tim Holt-Wilson on the geology of the Waveney Valley. Part two of this series will focus on the lower reaches of the Waveney Valley from Bungay to Breydon Water. A fascinating dive into the geology and heritage of our river. £4 (£3 RWT members). All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust. Tickets on the door. Tim works in the environment & heritage sector in Norfolk & Suffolk, with a focus on geoconservation, landscape and museums. Author of 'Norfolk's Earth Heritage' (2012) and 'Tides of Change - Two million years on the Suffolk Coast' (2014). Member of the Quaternary Research Assocation and Geological Society of Norfolk. Working with the Norfolk Geodiversity Partnership since 2007 to develop a Geodiversity Action Plan. Working with CICs and charities, including Art Branches, the Restoration Trust and the Biodiversity & Environmental Education Society. Thanks goes to Tim for giving his time so generously to the Trust.  £4 Booking not necessary £3 RWT Members All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust  

Inspired by the Waveney's flood meadows, grazing cattle, stunning sunsets, and beautiful wildlife, textile artist Abigail Mill, brings this imagery to life with her evocative embroidery.  Her style is distinctive; a combination of layered hand dyed printed cottons and free motion machine embroidery create rich and varied textile landscapes.  Abigail will be giving a talk about her return to her childhood roots in the Waveney Valley, it's subsequent flooding, the setting up of Redenhall Flood Group and her adventures along the way. " Abigail has captured the essence of the Waveney Valley in a rarely seen and highly accomplished kaleidoscope of embroidery" Geoff Doggett, founder of the River Waveney Trust.  Copies of her book, alongside some giftware will be available to purchase.  £4 Booking not necessary £3 RWT Members All money raised goes to the River Waveney Trust.  

FREE Family event celebrating tradition, wildlife and the River Waveney at beautiful Falcon Meadow. Children's activities for all ages including - minibeast hunt, pond dipping, crafts, mucky play, microscopy and the Broads Authority aquatic wonders. 10am -12pm children can be booked in to stay at Eathwake Wildlife Club - pre booking essential as spaces limited contact lornaearthwake@gmail.com (for 9-14yr olds) Scything Workshop - try scything or pick up a rake to help the Falcon Meadow Community Trust restore wildflowers 10.30 - 11am Wildflower Walk with local expert Dorothy Casey 11 - 11.30am and 2 - 2.30pm Special Guest Richard Brown, expert ecologist and meadows fanatic will discuss creation and restoration of meadow and biodiversity. Delicious food and drinks, including Parravanis ice-creams speciality coffee, will be available from Bigod’s Kitchen and Hope Coffee Company, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options will be available.    This FREE family fun day is a great way to celebrate the River Waveney and Falcon Meadow. If you want to know more, contact katie@riverwaveneytrust.org Please use town centre car parks and walk to the event via Bridge Street, Falcon Lane or via Staithe Road.

The Waveney Valley has a long association with thatching, with both reed and long straw thatched houses still common in the area. Local Waveney Master Thatcher, Nick Walker, will talk about the heritage and history of thatching and thatching materials, the issues faced today, wildlife benefits and his experiences of being a thatcher in the area.  No booking necessary. £4 entry, £3 RWT members. All proceeds to the River Waveney Trust. Thanks to Nick for generously giving his time. Image credit @norfolk_reed_cutter