The River Blog
Articles that educate, inspire and spark interest in the River Holme
Calder, Colne and Holme Water Friendly Farming Good Practice Guide
Water Friendly Farming practices have a number of benefits for farmers as well as for the environment. By using water friendly techniques, farmers can reduce risk and maximise farm profitability. Water friendly farming practices also… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Annual Report 2021
We’re proud to publish our 2021 Annual Report which provides an overview of all our work over the last year. Please click this link to read.
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Company information
River Ranger Post
River Ranger Post 1 year contract with possibility of extension (dependant on funding) Salary: £22,000 pa Working hours: Full time, 37.5 hour week, Flexible working hours. Other benefits: Pension, annual leave allowance (25 days plus… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Company information
A Year In Industry Placement 2022 / 2023
We are excited to be able to offer a “Year in industry” placement Summer 2022. 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: Company information
Meet the star of The Yorkshire Vet – and our new Ambassador!
We’re delighted to announce that Shona Searson, star of Channel 5’s, The Yorkshire Vet, is our new Ambassador. Shona is committed to helping us spread the message about how important our river systems are for… continue reading
Author: Jeanette DysonCategories: Uncategorised, Volunteers
Discovering the wildlife of the Colne and Holme
Here are some of the birds, plants, animals and insects you can see along the river. Download a wildlife guide by clicking this link and see what you can find. Remember to share your sightings… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Hello from Luke Sherwood – RHC’s Year In Industry Student
I am delighted to be working for River Holme Connections (RHC) for my placement year, assisting members of this friendly and forward thinking charitable trust with their aims to improve Holme Valley’s local waterways and promote riverside community engagement. This past two… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Company information
Hidden Riverside Gems. A blog written by Megan.
Immerse yourself in a blog written by Megan… Hidden riverside gems Not everyone has a riverside gem. But along the River Holme, we have an abundance. With Bottoms Mill, Spa Wood and all in between… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
University of Huddersfield Students’ Dissertation Presentations
In July 2021, Summer and Louise both geography students at the University of Huddersfield presented their dissertations to River Holme Connections. You can view their presentations by clicking on their names below. Investigating the effects… continue reading
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Uncategorised
Annual Report 2020
Our latest annual report, detailing our work and funding in 2020 is now available. Click on this link to download a pdf of our Annual Report 2020.
Author: Jane SkillingCategories: Company information
