Beavers in the Avon River system – advice and support

There is a population of Beavers living in this river system, we don’t know exactly where they originated from, since there have not been any “official” releases in the area. There are sightings of beavers on the Midford Brook and the Wellow Brook, but none (so far) on the Cam Brook. However it’s quite possible they are there already or they may arrive in future. We would be very interested to know if any residents have seen any signs.

Avon Wildlife Trust’s Beaver Advice and Support Team provides free guidance to farmers, landowners and communities who are living alongside wild beavers in the Bristol Avon and Somerset Frome area.

Please help Avon Wildlife Trust monitor the beaver population along the River Avon and its tributaries, like the Cam and Wellow Brooks. As the plant life dies back over the winter, it becomes easier to spot tell-tale signs of beavers, such as gnawed wood and woodchips. If you see any of these signs while out on the river, please fill out the sightings form on their website: www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/beavers.  There’s also a handy spotter’s guide on there with tips on what to look out for.

If you are a landowner and you need free advice and support with managing the impact of beavers on your land please contact alex.preston@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk.

Dan Brunton – Beaver Field Officer, t: 01275 331590, e: Dan.Brunton@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk , w: avonwildlifetrust.org.uk