Jun 10, 2026 | Environmental, Projects, Trust Activities
It’s that time of year again—our balsam pulling season has officially begun! Join us in protecting our rivers and making a real difference for biodiversity. We’ve got a range of upcoming sessions, and there are still plenty of spots available for volunteers. Whether...
Aug 16, 2024 | Latest News, Trust Activities
A massive THANK YOU to everyone that came along to our first #AfanRiverFestival last weekend! Hundreds of you came out over three days through both the rain and sunshine to enjoy activities such as film nights, rope courses, wood carving, art, river dipping, fungi...
Aug 1, 2024 | Latest News, Trust Activities
Attention, residents of Neath Port Talbot and surrounding areas! Mark your calendars and join us in Cymmer between the 9th-11th of August for the Afan River Festival! A jam-packed weekend filled with fun, adventure, and FREE events for the whole family! Let’s...
Jul 25, 2024 | Environmental, Latest News, Trust Activities
Spreading of organic material such as manure on land is a significant contributor to excessive nutrients in Welsh rivers, but gaps in our planning system and weak regulation are allowing spreading to continue to pollute rivers. Following pressure from the Rivers Trust...
Jul 25, 2024 | Latest News, Trust Activities
We are teaming with Small World Theatre for the Llais yr Afon Festival in Cenarth this August! This is a pop-up river festival with a creative programme for all to enjoy. Please help spread the word! Free entry to all the events. This programme is in development and...Feb 18, 2024 | Environmental, Latest News, Learning, Trust Activities
This #WeirRemovalWeek, we thought it would be useful to share why West Wales Rivers Trust carry out so many weir removals around West Wales, the benefits it provides, and to answer our most commonly-asked questions. Timelapse of one of our recent weir removals,...
