# Event Details - **Event Name**: Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Celebrate 30 years of enhancing and protecting Eden's rivers with talks and trips featuring great projects that in the EdenAbout this EventEden Rivers Trust's 30th Anniversary Celebration Day 2026Sunday 13 September, Upfront Arts venue, Hutton-in-the-Forest and surrounding areaYou’re invitedWhether you're a supporter, volunteer, nature lover or simply curious, everyone is welcome. Join us as we celebrate 30 years of protecting and enhancing Eden’s rivers to make them better places for people and wildlife.What to expectWe’re delighted to be based at , near Penrith - a creative hub with huge eco-credentials and lots of facilities, including a cafe offering vegetarian food, sweet treats and refreshments.The day will include talks and field trips offering insight into the work that we and our partners are undertaking to enhance and protect rivers in the Eden catchment.Lunch and refreshments will be provided.There is an easy access entrance for wheelchair users to the building, plus easy access toilet and baby changing facilities. Please note, there may not be any facilities at some of the afternoon field visits!The day is aimed at an adult audience, but older children (13+) are welcome with a parent or carer.Join us all day, or just for the morning and lunch.Tickets and donationsTickets are free so that the day is accessible to everyone. However, it costs our charity £18 per person to host the event. If you would like to support us, you can choose to make a donation when booking your place. Thank you.MORNING: Upfront Arts Venue10.00 Welcome and Introduction from our new CEO, Harvey Hamilton-Thorpe10.15 Talks from the Team: find out more about some of the exciting projects we've been working on in the last year, including searching for Freshwater Pearl Mussels (well, it is our Pearl Anniversary!) woodland creation, the new accessible trail at Engine Lonning and winning the war against invasive species!11.15 Refreshments, including 30th anniversary celebration cake11.40 Keynote speaker - Professor John Quinton, Lancaster UniversityThe ground truth about floods and droughts – why land use, soil and water management matters more than we thinkFrom parched fields and dry becks to sudden, intense downpours leading to flooding, the signs of climate change are all around us. But while much of the debate focuses on cutting CO₂ emissions, could part of the solution lie beneath our feet?In this thought-provoking keynote speech, John explores how changes in land use, soil management, drainage, and modern farming practices and machinery are reshaping the movement and storage of water across our landscapes. He argues that these often-overlooked changes are amplifying floods, droughts, and risks to food and water security. Drawing on decades of research, he makes the case that better soil and land management could be one of our best defences against the impact of our changing climate.Professor John Quinton is Emeritus Professor of Soil Science at Lancaster Environment Centre, Lancaster University, about to take on mantle of President of the British Society of Soil Science and has just launched a soil and water research consultancy.Passionate about the vital role of soil in sustaining life, he has spent 35 years researching topics such as soil erosion processes that degrade soil functions, soil management for flood mitigation and the reduction of surface water pollution, and strategies for protecting healthy soils.With over 100 peer-reviewed papers, his work combines scientific understanding with practical solutions to improve soil and water management.12.40 Lunch (please let us know any dietary requirements)AFTERNOON: Field trips - various locations13.40 – 15.30 Field trips. Join us on one of five field trips in the local area. These include projects led by our staff or our partners, plus other great projects celebrating and protecting Eden's natural heritage that we think you'd enjoy!See the descriptions below. You will be asked to choose one trip when you book your ticket(s). Places are limited; early booking is advised.If you would only like to join us for the morning talks and lunch, please choose the 'no thanks' option.15.30 onwards Scones, tea and home!Choose from one of the following afternoon field tripsField Trip 1. Tour of the Upper Caldewwith John Rattray, Head of Conservation OperationsTake a tour on the wild side of the Upper Caldew - the location of our new 3000ha National Lottery Heritage Fund landscape project. Be one of the first of our supporters to view the project before we get started working with the local farming community.Travelling via minibus, you will be driven along a route that showcases the panoramic views and the intricate farming systems working within this landscape.Max number: 14Wear: Sturdy shoes and warm, waterproof clothesSuitable for: Anyone who can walk a short distance.Getting there: Minibus from Upfront Arts VenueField Trip 2. Modern farming and diversification at Eden Yardwith owners Ben and Jannike Taylor,Ben and Jannike Taylor are third-generation agricultural contractors and first-generation farmers based at Plumpton. They have embraced regenerative farming practices, built a successful range of cold-pressed rapeseed oils and stoneground flour, all here in Cumbria, and have just opened a farm shop! Join them for a tour to find out more about their journey from farm to fork.Max number: 16Wear: Walking boots/shoes or wellies and warm clothingSuitable for: Anyone who can walk over fields/uneven ground. The shop has outdoor seating.Getting there: Shared carsField Trip 3. Natural Flood Management in actionwith Hilary Clarke, Conservation Manager: Catchment ManagementVisit our first natural flood management (NFM) bund, built in September 2022. The bund forms part of a cascade of water-management structures designed to slow the flow and create a natural buffer to store water during the peak and extreme weather events that are becoming more of a feature of our changing climate.The project re-established an existing settlement pond and created additional large settling pond capacity with the new bund in place. A successful project - it has reduced the peak flow events caused by extreme weather events that previously would have caused the beck to flood and affect the village of Greystoke.Max number: 20Wear: Sturdy shoes and warm, waterproof clothesSuitable for: The site has good footpaths and is relatively easy underfoot. There are some muddy patches, some steeper slopes, balsam could be in amongst the trees and brambles etc so be prepared for everything.Getting there: Shared carsField Trip 4. Searching for Eden’s wildlifewith Ali Penny, Invasives OfficerFrom apps to maps, a practical session exploring tips and tricks for monitoring Eden's wildlife and habitats, with the chance to have a go yourself! Hopefully some river dipping will also be on the cards.Max number: 20Wear: Sturdy shoes/wellies. Waterproof coat. If you need to borrow wellies, please let us know in advance on 01768 866788Suitable for: People with good mobility. The visit could include a walk across rough footpaths to reach the river dipping site.Getting there: walking, shared cars if needed.Field Trip 5. Upfront Gallery venue tourFor those who wish to stay on site, take a tour of the site and learn more about how the present owners transformed it from a farm into a vibrant arts venue and cafe. Don’t miss the puppet exhibition on the first floor!There will also be the opportunity to have a go at making a puppet with John, one of the owners and the brains behind the on-site puppet theatre.Max number: 20Suitable for: All. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hutton-in-the-forest/eden-rivers-trusts-30th-anniversary-celebration/100001998217378971 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Nonprofit, science-fair, Exhibitions, Theatre, fine-arts, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Upfront Arts Venue - Puppet Theatre - Cafe - Gallery - Music - Accommodation - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Hutton-in-the-Forest - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Upfront Arts Venue - Puppet Theatre - Cafe - Gallery - Music - Accommodation - **lat**: 54.7158165 - **long**: -2.8506455 - **full address**: Upfront Arts Venue - Puppet Theatre - Cafe - Gallery - Music - Accommodation, Upfront Gallery Nr, Hutton-in-the-Forest, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/163aa038850caf7ee198015c857f860fd34e7b5b85c1350c5782f41853402028-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787270469 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration being held? - **A:** Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Upfront Arts Venue - Puppet Theatre - Cafe - Gallery - Music - Accommodation, Upfront Gallery Nr, Hutton-in-the-Forest, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration? - **A:** Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration is organized by Eden Rivers Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Eden Rivers Trust's 30th anniversary celebration is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hutton-in-the-Forest, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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