The Rivers Trust for the Mersey Catchment. #rivermersey #loveyourriver #AltCrossens #LowerMersey #UpperMersey #naturalfloodmanagement #slowtheflow
River Mersey Catchment, UK
Joined December 2013
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Our storage unit at #armadillo #warrington is a vital part of helping us to carry out our events and the important work we do. We couldn't do it without you @bigyellowss thank you for all the support. #charity #storage 🙏
Quick drop off today at #armadillo #warrington. We are so grateful to @bigyellowss for our storage space it’s a really important part to help carry out the work we do. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👏🏼
And it is finished! Works to remove the largest weir on the Alt were finished this afternoon, and we're all delighted 🎉
The newly installed pools and riffles have already got to work - all thanks to funding from Open Rivers!
#riveralt #weirremoval #openrivers #fishpassage
Visited @bigyellowss yesterday to collect kit to monitor the water quality in Whittle Brook, Warrington. Super easy thanks #armadillo #warrington 🙏🏻
Exciting news - removal works have officially begun on the River Alt's largest weir!
The works will take approximately 10 days, with the weir being replaced with oxygenating pools and riffles. Watch this space...
*Exciting Update on the Alt weir*
Work to remove the *only* weir on the Alt is scheduled for the 1st W/K of September 2026. The impact on wildlife, such as migratory eels, will be hugely positive, as well as increasing local safety around waterways.
merseyriverstrust.org
Couple of weeks ago we gave a School session along the Mersey Valley Way & River Mersey near Heaton Mersey.
Thanks @bigyellowss for the free storage space for all our kit to make important events like this possible so that we can help children learn about rivers! #Warrington
We stopped by in Warrington last week talking about our exciting new wetland project on Whittle Brook. Quick stop to @bigyellowss first! #freestorage
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Share what you see at England's rivers, lakes and beaches with our new BluePrint digital tool.
If you're out for a walk, paddle or swim your observations will help us build a clearer picture of how waterbodies are used and spot potential issues earlier.
environmentagency.blog.gov.u…
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
Enjoying the warmer weather? ☀
Remember - jumping into open water can be fatal. Cold water shock kills and you don’t know what’s lurking beneath the surface.
#WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention #RespectTheWater
ALT Jumping into open water can be fatal. Image shows person underneath the water.
ALT Cold water shock kills and you don’t know what’s beneath the surface. Image shows person underneath the water.
Mersey Rivers Week public engagement events done☑️Now time to get everything back in our storage unit. Shout out to @bigyellowss for our storage space that makes this super easy! #freestorage
Quick pick up on Saturday for all the gear needed for a busy BioBlitz @ Croxteth Park. #armadillo #freestorage @bigyellowss
It's Manchester Festival of Nature this Sunday 28 June at Heaton Park by the Stables Cafe. Free event for all ages.
Come along to our stall to see the insects that live on the nearby River Irk & find out about our work to improve rivers in Manchester
Info:
lancswt.org.uk/events/manche…
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
It’s #INNSWeek 2026!
Did you know that some plants can become #invasivespecies that harm the environment if they escape beyond your garden?
Follow our #BePlantWise tips to help prevent their spread.
Learn more👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
#INNS
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
☀ It’s really warm in Greater Manchester, so what better time to remind people about our #WaterSafety campaign.
Do you know a young person? Chat with them today about the dangers of open water ❤
👉 orlo.uk/YDqPM
ALT 202 people accidentally drowned in the UK in 2025. Image shows person underneath the water, with arm stretched up towards the surface.
ALT Don’t become a statistic. Stay safe around water. Image shows person underneath the water, with arm stretched up towards the surface.
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
Local Action Groups across Britain are working to protect their local environment by tackling invasive non-native species.
If you enjoy spending time outdoors, why not join them?
Find out more 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv… #Invasivespecies #INNS #INNSweek
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
It’s #INNSWeek 2026!
Invasive aquatic species can block waterways and harm wildlife.
Help protect the environment and activities you enjoy 🎣⛵️🚣🛶
After you leave the water, remember to:
🔎Check
🚿Clean
☀️Dry
Learn more 👇 nonnativespecies.org/invasiv…
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
With the temperature heating up, know your limits around water.
💧Warm weather does not mean warm water.
💧Open water stays dangerously cold.
💧Even confident swimmers can quickly lose strength and control.
Learn the Water Safety Code:
rlss.org.uk/water-safety-cod…
#DPW2026
ALT Cartoon image of a person with large goggles standing against a beach-themed background. A speech bubble says "Stop and Think." Text advises caution around water, reading signs, understanding beach flags, and swimming only where there is a lifeguard.
Mersey Rivers Trust retweeted
If you get into difficulty in the water, remember #FloatToLive…
•Tilt your head back, ears submerged.
•Relax and try to breathe normally.
•Move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat.
•It's OK if your legs sink, we all float differently.
Practise floating at a supervised location like a swimming pool.
#RespectTheWater #DrowningPreventionWeek