Nominations sought for annual Tweed Forum River Champion award

The annual accolade is now in its ninth year and is presented by the Borders environmental charity to an individual with an outstanding commitment to the protection, preservation and enhancement of the River Tweed and the natural, built and cultural heritage of its surroundings.

Previous winners have been recognised for their important contributions, including 2020 award recipient Edward Cawthorn from Berwick – one of the driving forces behind the campaign to preserve the historic Union Chain Bridge.

Nominees for the 2024 award can come from any walk of life and can include farmers, foresters, anglers, landowners and any member of the community who is dedicated to the welfare of the river.

Their championing of the river can include any activity undertaken since 2016 and can be carried out through their employment, through volunteering or any other personal commitment.

Luke Comins, director of Tweed Forum, said: “We introduced the River Champion Award in 2016 as a way to recognise and thank the people who dedicate themselves to protecting and enhancing the Tweed and its surroundings.

“They make a vital contribution to a river that’s of enormous historical, cultural, economic and environmental significance for the Scottish Borders and north Northumberland.

“We hope that local people will help us to identify and reward another worthy Tweed Forum River Champion again this year.”

Nominations for the 2024 Tweed Forum River Champion Award close on Friday, September 6. They should be made in writing by post or email – full details are available at https://tweedforum.org/our-work/river-champion