Our Partners & Funders

• Project began in July 2017 and 'ends' March 2019
• Aims to engage people in the Gaunless Valley
• £66,000 funding awarded by HLF, Durham AAP and Greggs
• Run by Gaunless Local Management Group

• Encourage people to connect with cultural heritage
• Raise awareness of the river
• Provide people with new experiences
• Make a difference for people and wildlife

• Schools
• Youth Groups
• Gypsy Roma Travellers
• Local Management Group
• Groundwork & Daisy Arts

• We are working to extend and widen the project beyond the original HLF remit and need supplementary funding for:
• Engagement with further schools
• To extend school options i.e. soundscapes to primary schools
• Support school travel to river sites and other events e.g. to the Darlington GRT site
• Project counts towards match funding

• LMG meets quarterly and is fundamental in the delivery of the project
• LMG members have the opportunity to develop their skills in being an active member of the group, project planning, attending events and fund raising.
• If you would like to become a member please contact us on 01388 488867 or email admin@wear-rivers-trust.org.uk

Gaunless LMG Meetings:

19th September 2018 

Bishop Auckland Community Fire Station

6pm to 8pm