Rivers Run Through Us
About
Rivers Run Through Us (RRTU) takes a holistic, collaborative approach to recapturing the natural heritage of the River Axe, its tributaries and valleys, through better connections – between people and heritage, farmers and consumers, rural and townsfolk, soil and water.
The Rivers Run Through Us project focuses on three themes: river, soil, and people. It highlights how river catchments are shaped by water and soil, the farming that depends on them, and the people who rely on what they produce. The project nurtures community action to monitor river health, protect soils and habitats, and reaches out to empower everyone to find their own connection with the river and its heritage.
The project has been funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, (made possible by National Lottery Players) and the Environment Agency’s Water Environment Improvement Fund.
volunteer hours
170
development Phase
18 months
community grants Awarded
8
Tributaries of Focus
Yarty, Kit Brook, Forton Brook
Species of Focus
Trout, water vole, water crowfoot
Education and young people
The Rivers Run Through Us team are working with schools, farmers, youth groups and community organisations across the catchment to raise awareness about the River Axe, the difficulties it is facing and what we can do to help. Learn More
Community grants
The aim of the Rivers Run Through Us community grant scheme is to provide a very simple way for community groups to access small amounts of funding to kickstart or advance their group/activities. Learn More
Volunteering, citizen science and community lab
From monitoring riparian mammals to removing Himalayan balsam, we’re developing a variety of volunteering opportunities for community members to get involved. Learn More
The story of the Axe
Every landscape tells a story, and the Rivers Run Through Us project wants to hear and share it! Learn More
Latest news and updates
Rivers Run Through Us project launchesRivers Run Through Us project launches
A new nature recovery project getting underway in the River Axe catchment.
Upcoming events
- The River at Rest – A Nocturnal Nature Walk
The River at Rest – A Nocturnal Nature Walk
Join us for a night-time river walk – keep your eyes peeled for trout, bats, and otters!
- Shaping the flow – A Geomorphology Walk
Shaping the flow – A Geomorphology Walk
Take a look at the river restoration work which has taken place at Lugg’s Farm.
- Ripples to Reeds- A Family Wetland Adventure
Ripples to Reeds- A Family Wetland Adventure
Join us on Saturday 25th April for a day at Seaton Wetlands dedicated to celebrating the Axe River.
documents
- Community Grant Fund criteria and guidance
Community Grant Fund criteria and guidance
This document explains who can apply for the Community Grant Fund, what kinds of projects are eligible, how much funding is available, and how to apply.
