Wear Conserving
Wear Rivers Trust is part of The Rivers Trust movement and is dedicated to the long-term conservation and improvement of the River Wear and its tributaries. Our work is varied and spans across the entire catchment, bringing together expertise, evidence and partnerships to support sustainable, catchment-wide improvements.
Our Purpose
Wear Rivers Trust is part of The Rivers Trust movement and is the only charity working exclusively for the long-term conservation and improvement of the River Wear and its tributaries.
Our work spans from source to sea, bringing together scientific evidence, local knowledge, and strong partnerships to support sustainable, catchment-wide improvements. As a science-based, independent non-governmental organisation, we collaborate with a wide range of national and local stakeholders and are funded through a mix of government and private sources.
Our small team of specialist staff works closely with partners to deliver meaningful, lasting change for the River Wear, its wildlife, and the communities that depend on it — WearConserving now, and for the future.
What We Do
Discover the work we do at Wear Rivers Trust to protect, restore, and improve the River Wear and its tributaries.
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Pillars of Practice
Each segment of our logo tells a story about the work we do. From conserving habitats and managing rivers, to supporting sustainable farming and working with communities, these four pillars illustrate how we bring people, knowledge, and action together to care for the River Wear and its catchment.
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