The WTT acts as a catalyst in stimulating hands-on, in-the-water, habitat-improvement projects at a grass-roots level, effectively helping others to help themselves in the most cost-effective and efficient way. Any individual or organisation responsible for a wild trout population - riparian owner, fishing club, community volunteer group, another charity, etc - anywhere in the UK or Ireland, can call on the Trust for help, advice and support.

The Wild Trout Trust (WTT) is a registered charity. It is the only national body dedicated to the protection and survival of this iconic fish species, a living – and too often dying – indicator of the health of the landscape around us.

The WTT was founded as the Wild Trout Society in 1997 and achieved charitable status in 1999. In the few years since, the WTT has established an enviable reputation in the wider conservation field.

The Trust is a favoured partner of the Environment Agency and Natural England, both of which fund some of the Trust’s key conservation projects. In addition, the WTT works with the Wildlife Trusts, the National Trust, the Game Conservancy Trust, the Association of River Trusts and the Loughs Agency in Ireland. It has a respected voice in other forums.