An estimated one billion plastic nurdles have entered the marine environment following the recent Port of Tyne spill. Find out how to identify nurdles, report sightings and support the ongoing response across the River Wear catchment.

We’re delighted to welcome Luke to the team as our new Finance Officer. Joining us at the beginning of April, Luke brings valuable experience from the pensions sector and will play a key role in supporting the Trust’s financial management as we continue to grow.

Will you see pollution or wildlife? Take part in the Big River Watch and help survey your river: 24th-30th April 2026

We were honoured to attend the Durham County Council Environment Awards, an inspiring celebration of the individuals, volunteers and organisations working to protect and enhance local environments across the county.

Wear Rivers Trust and Northumbrian Water Launch River Gaunless Restoration Project.

Wear Rivers Trust and Northumbrian Water launch partnership to improve 10km of bluespaces along the River Deerness.

Wear Rivers Trust and Northumbrian Water Launch Lumley Park Burn & Riverside Restoration Project.

We’re pleased to welcome Hannah as our new Education Support Officer. With a Geography background and a passion for fluvial environments and green solutions, Hannah is keen to inspire younger generations to protect their local environment.

We’re pleased to welcome Cameron as our new SuDS+ Monitoring Support Officer. With a background in civil engineering and a passion for natural flood management, Cameron will focus on capturing the community benefits of the SuDS+ project in Stanley.