Combined Sewer Overflow data
The latest Combined Sewer Overflow data shows a slight improvement in the Trym in 2024 vs 2023 but there was still 1,328 hours of spilling of untreated waste water.
Water Quality
Young eel spotted at Westbury Wildlife Park
Westbury Wildlife Park recently demonstrated riverfly monitoring to some visitors, showing them what lives in the River Trym.
Investigation into silt in Hazel Brook
With our reporting of issues, the Environment Agency continues to investigate silt in Hazel Brook.
A salutary report
A report from the Environment Agency suggests the brown trout risks being wiped out in large parts of England within decades.
Riverfly monitoring shows positive trends
Riverfly monitoring in our rivers and streams shows positive trends over the last few years.
Take action to save our eels
Please help stop the export of baby eels from UK to Russia by signing a petition.
Silt in Hazel Brook
Silt in the Hazel Brook is still an issue. The Trym is clear, but the brook is milky, reports Peter Coleman-Smith
Save our rivers, stopping the sewage scandal
Bristol City Council debated a motion at their Full Council meeting “Save our rivers, stopping the sewage scandal”. The motion passed with support from Lib Dems, Greens and Labour.
Bullhead spotted while riverfly sampling
Peter Coleman-Smith and new volunteer Kai Chapman have been busy riverfly sampling.