Ballinderry Rivers Trust

11/06/2026

🌿 Kids’ Riverside Summer Scheme 2026 🌿

We’re delighted to be bringing back our Kids’ Riverside Summer Scheme this summer! ☀️

Join us for 3 fun-filled days exploring the river, discovering local wildlife, and getting stuck into hands-on outdoor activities. It’s the perfect way for children to learn and connect with nature during the school holidays 🐟🌼

📅 Dates: 4th- 6th August 2026
📍 Location: 231A Orritor Road, Cookstown. BT80 9NB
🧒 Age range: 8 -12

🎟️ Booking is essential:
👉 https://buytickets.at/ballinderryriverstrust/2257697

📩 For more information, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 02886761515

Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment!

30/04/2026

⏰ Last day!
Today is your final chance to take part in The Rivers Trust Big River Watch. If you’ve been meaning to do it, now’s the time!

It takes just 15 minutes:
📱 Download the app
👀 Spend a short time by your local river
📝 Record what you see

29/04/2026

☀️ It’s a beautiful day to get outside and enjoy our rivers.
While you’re out, take 15 minutes to join The Rivers Trust Big River Watch.
It’s simple:
1️⃣ Download the Big River Watch app
2️⃣ Spend 15 minutes by your local river
3️⃣ Record what you see

Your observations help protect the Ballinderry and rivers across the UK and Ireland. Every survey counts. Let’s do this together.

28/04/2026

💧 From 24–30 April, you can help us look after the rivers we all share.
The Rivers Trust Big River Watch is a simple way to record what’s happening on your local stretch of river and we’d love your support.

To join in:
📲 Download the Big River Watch app
🚶‍♂️ Head out to your river anytime between 24–30 April
📝 Share what you see in the quick survey

Your input helps The Rivers Trust protect wildlife, spot problems early, and celebrate the good news too.
Let’s make every river count.

27/04/2026

Don't forget to take 15mins and complete The Rivers Trust Big River Watch this week!

23/04/2026

📢The Rivers Trust Big River Watch starts tomorrow!
Join us and The Rivers Trust in helping protect our local rivers by taking just 15 minutes to record what you see.

How to take part:

📱Download the Big River Watch app

🏞️Choose a spot on your local river

👀Spend 15 minutes observing

💾Record your findings in the app.

Your observations help build a clearer picture of river health across the UK and Ireland. Every entry counts.
Let’s put the Ballinderry on the map.

10/02/2026

Just a reminder about tonight's webinar with Paul Wilson.

Registration details in the post below.

💧 Does Groundwater Matter at All? 🌍
Ever wondered what’s going on beneath our feet — and why it matters?
Join Ballinderry Rivers Trust for a relaxed and informative online talk with Paul Wilson, Hydrogeologist from the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland.
Paul will shine a light on groundwater, its connection to rivers and ecosystems, and why this hidden resource is more important than you might think.
📅 Tuesday 10th February
⏰ 7:00pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams
👉 Register here: a355cd52-4f74-4623-bfc2-b1f8a8746ee9@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a355cd52-4f74-4623-bfc2-b1f8a8746ee9@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2
All welcome!

05/02/2026

💧 Does Groundwater Matter at All? 🌍
Ever wondered what’s going on beneath our feet — and why it matters?
Join Ballinderry Rivers Trust for a relaxed and informative online talk with Paul Wilson, Hydrogeologist from the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland.
Paul will shine a light on groundwater, its connection to rivers and ecosystems, and why this hidden resource is more important than you might think.
📅 Tuesday 10th February
⏰ 7:00pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams
👉 Register here: a355cd52-4f74-4623-bfc2-b1f8a8746ee9@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a355cd52-4f74-4623-bfc2-b1f8a8746ee9@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2
All welcome!

27/01/2026

Don't forget to register for tonight's webinar!
Register: 181e1fd5-c517-4056-b029-6855dac66e91@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwSmRuYnJHakZ2VGl3QjhGenNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4TtK5E7aBpnPY9dyYFDZTnhiD4Ca0L8Brx6vCShdRqrZ2C7jGXf_YQz9aAag_aem_PRicW-lvBgbWy9gNO7iJNg" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/181e1fd5-c517-4056-b029-6855dac66e91@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwSmRuYnJHakZ2VGl3QjhGenNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4TtK5E7aBpnPY9dyYFDZTnhiD4Ca0L8Brx6vCShdRqrZ2C7jGXf_YQz9aAag_aem_PRicW-lvBgbWy9gNO7iJNg

🌿 Upcoming Webinar: The Importance of Peatlands 🌿

Ballinderry Rivers Trust is delighted to invite you to our next webinar on the importance of peatlands and their vital role in our environment. We’ll be joined by guest speaker Prof Jim McAdam, who will share his expertise on why peatlands matter for biodiversity, water quality, and climate resilience.

📅 Date: Tuesday 27th January
⏰ Time: 7:00pm
🎤 Guest Speaker: Prof Jim McAdam
👉 Registration: 181e1fd5-c517-4056-b029-6855dac66e91@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/181e1fd5-c517-4056-b029-6855dac66e91@2124c330-686b-4a9d-a2a7-67279f2afdf2

26/01/2026

🌿 We’re Recruiting Interns! 🌿

Ballinderry Rivers Trust is inviting applications for two intern positions:

🐟 Rivers & Fisheries Intern
🌱 Catchment Management / Agriculture Intern

These roles offer hands-on experience in river conservation, catchment management and working with landowners and communities, all while being part of a dedicated environmental charity.

📄 Full role descriptions, application information, and forms are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Pgx6p_IYjf4Indui3LzZI0eixzJIroBt

🗓️ Closing date: Friday 6th February 2026

If you’re passionate about protecting rivers and supporting sustainable land management, we’d love to hear from you. Please share with anyone who may be interested!