Doncaster Council

Walking for Health

Every Thursday, 10am – 11.30am

Gentle strolling is a good start for people who are not used to exercise – it is one of the best ways to become more active. Walking For Health has been developed in partnership with Doncaster Primary Care Trust. Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Walks for Women – Brodsworth Community Woodland (4 miles)

Saturday 3 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Step out to walk off the Christmas pud on this wintry wander around the woodland.  Organised in partnership with the Forestry Commission.  Meet at the car park, Brodsworth Community Woodland, Off Longlands Lane, Woodlands.  Map ref: 526078

Notes – Women only, appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

New Year Walk - Sandall Park (2 miles)

Sunday 11 January, 10.30am – 12pm

Join us for a gentle stroll to kickstart your New Year fitness and fresh air resolution! Meet in the car park next to the cafe, sandall Park, Thorne Road.

Notes – Wheelchair friendly activity, appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Junior Rangers

Saturday 17 January, 10am – 12pm

Fun activities for 8 – 11 year olds from pond dipping and shelter building, to games and crafts. Membership needed. Please phone the team on 01302 300798 to join.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Green Guardians

Sunday 18 January, 10am – 12pm

Free monthly activities in, about and for the environment, especially for you and your child to share. Children up to 11 years welcome accompanied by a parent or guardian. Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Friends of Sandall Beat Wood

Every Thursday 1 – 3pm and Saturday 24 January, 10am – 1pm

Friends are local volunteers who meet regularly to carry out practical woodland management at this important Local Nature Reserve. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm - we’ll provide a warm welcome. Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Walks for Women - Snowdrop Special (4 miles)

Saturday 7 February, 10.30am – 12.30pm

A stroll along the canal bank to enjoy Kirk Bramwith Snowdrop Festival and Craft Fayre. Tea and coffee available.  Meet at the swing bridge, Forstead Lane, Barnby Dun (roadside parking in the village only). Map ref: 619088

Notes - Appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Snowdrop Saunter (4 miles)

Sunday 8 February, 10:30am – 12.30pm

All welcome to join a winter wander along the canal to see this year's first snowdrops and visit the Craft Fayre in St Mary's Church, Kirk Bramwith. Organised in partnership with St Mary's Church Kirk Bramwith.  Meet at the swing-bridge, Forstead Lane, Barnby Dun (roadside parking in the village only).

Notes – Women only, appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

New Year Walk - Woods, Fields, Parks and a Hilltop (4.5 miles)

Sunday 8 February, 10.30am – 1pm

Explore your doorstep countryside on this rural trial at the edge of the town and spot some of our feathered winter visitors. Refreshments available at the Community Environment Centre, after the walk.  Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way. 

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Half Term Family Fun - Woodland Wanders

Monday 16 February, 10am – 12pm and 1pm - 3pm

Activities for children aged 4-11 years, children must bring an adult, a smile and a pair of wellies.  Come down to the woods and have a go in the Story Bus plus fantastic fun and games discovering woodland wildlife.  Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way. 

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Half Term Family Fun - Playtime in the Woods

Tuesday 17 February, 10am - 12pm and 1pm - 3pm

Come and share some playtime adventures with your child.  Plus spend a morning with Sparkey, the big Purple Playbus!  Children up to 11 years welcome, a parent or guardian must accompany all children.  Organised in partnership with Askern Children's Centre.  Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes - Appropriate footwear and clothing required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Half Term Family Fun - Just for the birds

Wednesday 18 February, 1pm – 3.30pm

Join us to build a new home for this year's brood of birds in your garden. Price £2.50 per box.  Prizes for the best-built boxes. Children 5-11 years welcome - a parent or guardian must accompany children. Organised in partnership with the RSPB.  Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Junior Rangers

Saturday 21 February, 10am – 12pm

Woodland adventures, from pond-dipping and shelter building games and crafts. To become a member of the junior rangers for free please phone the team on 01302 300798. 

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Green Guardians

Sunday 22 February, 10am – 12pm

Free environmental fun for you and your child to share. Children up to 11 years welcome accompanied by a parent or guardian. Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Friends of Sandall Beat Wood

Every Thursday 1 – 3pm and Saturday 28 February, 10am – 1pm

Friends meet regularly to carry out conservation work at this important Local Nature Reserve. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm - we’ll provide a warm welcome. Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Pruning and Coffee at Cusworth Hall Park

Wednesday 4 March, 9.30am– 11.30am

Join the gardening team at Cusworth Park to top-up your pruning techniques and share a friendly half hour chat over coffee.  This time we will be focusing on woody shrubs.  Tools will be provided, but bring your favourite secateurs if you prefer.  There will be a small charge for refreshments. Meet at Cusworth Hall and Park, Cusworth Lane, Cusworth.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Walking for Health Volunteer Walk Leader Training Day

Friday 13 March, 9.30am – 4.30pm

A one-day course for anyone over the age of 18 who is willing and able to lead walks in the community.  We offer the chance to learn new skills with like-minded people plus ongoing support. Please contact us for details and to book your place.

Notes -  Book-in-advance, appropriate footwear and clothing required, please bring a packed lunch, wheelchair friendly activity.

Walks for Women – Daffy Delight (5 miles)

Saturday 14 March, 10.30am– 1pm

Celebrate springtime on this delightful walk through carpets of early flowers from Brodsworth to Hampole wood.  Meet at Brodsworth and Pickburn village hall, off Hooton Road, Brodsworth. Map ref: 503073.

Notes – Women only, appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

Fantastic Photos

Sunday 15 March, 1pm – 4pm

Come and meet the members of Through the lens photography club and learn useful hints and tips to improve your photography skills.  Bring your own camera and be prepared for a photo trail around the wood. Children over 8 years are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.  Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Wheelchair friendly activity, appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Junior Rangers

Saturday 21 March, 10am – 12pm

Fun, games and craft activities every month for 8-11 year olds who are interested in wildlife and the environment.  For free membership please phone the team on 01302 300798.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

Green Guardians

Sunday 22 March, 10am – 12pm

Free monthly activities in, about and for the environment especially for you and your child to share, children up to 11 years are welcome. A parent or guardian must accompany all children.  Meet at the Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way. 

Notes – Appropriate clothing and footwear required, wheelchair friendly activity.

Friends of Sandall Beat Wood

Every Thursday 1pm - 3pm and Saturday 28 March 10am - 1pm

Join local volunteers to carry out improvements to the woodland. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm, we will provide a warm welcome.  Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off leger way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required, dogs welcome.

CEC Open Day - Springtime Myths and Masks

Sunday 29 March, 1pm - 3.30pm

Come and explore some of the myths, stories and traditions associated with springtime and make your own unique Easter mask. An adult must accompany all children. Meet at Sandall Beat Community Environment Centre, Sandall Beat Wood, Off Leger Way.

Notes – Appropriate footwear and clothing required.

For more information, or to book activities with limited places, please contact us using the details given at the top of this web page.