The River Blog
Articles that educate, inspire and spark interest in the River Holme
Volunteering Opportunities with Nature’s Holme
Volunteers are extremely valuable to River Holme Connections and without them, we simply couldn’t carry out our work in the river catchment area. To give you an insight into the world of volunteering with River… continue reading
Author: Michelle KingCategories: Uncategorised
A warm welcome from Arwen!
Hi, I’m Arwen and I am the new Year in Industry Placement student at River Holme Connections for 23/24. I am taking a year out from my Biology degree at the University of York to… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
A warm welcome to Michelle!
Hello, my name is Michelle and I have recently started the role of Engagement Officer at River Holme Connections. I am thrilled to be a part of this fantastic team of dedicated staff and committed… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Charity founder awarded the British Empire Medal for services to the environment
Lynva Russell, River Holme Connections founder and Chair of Trustees, has been awarded the British Empire Medal for services to the environment in the King’s first Birthday Honours. Lynva, 66, of Holmfirth, said she owes… continue reading
Author: Ffion RobbCategories: Uncategorised
Annual Report 2022
We’re proud to publish our 2022 Annual Report which provides an overview of all our work over the last year. Please click this link to read.
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Hello from Kayleigh Szostak – Assistant River Ranger
Hello! I’m Kayleigh, the newly appointed Assistant River Ranger at River Holme Connections. I have moved across from Kirklees Council where I recently completed my apprenticeship as a Countryside worker with Kirklees and Askham… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Engagement Officer – Nature’s Holme Project
Fixed term contract till December 2024 Salary: £25,000 pa Working hours: Full time, 37.5 hour week, Flexible working hours. Other benefits: Pension, annual leave allowance (25 days plus bank holidays), travel expenses. Background We’re recruiting… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Assistant River Ranger
We are excited to advertise a new job opportunity with our charity. We are looking for an Assistant River Ranger. This post will get involved in our outdoor practical river enhancement work. Closing date for… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
A Year In Industry Placement 2023 / 2024
We are excited to be able to offer a “Year in industry” placement Summer 2023. The student will be able to get involved in a wide range of river work such as species monitoring projects,… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Hello from Natasha Houghton – Year in Industry Student
Please join us in warmly welcoming Natasha to the RHC team… “I am excited to be joining the River Holme Connections (RHC) charity as the new Year in Industry placement student and I can’t wait… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
