We are the Dearne Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
The bitterns are booming, the grebe are dancing and the migrant birds are returning. Spring is definitely in the air! Join us for a lovely, leisurely 5 mile wander around the lakes of St Aidan's RSPB nature reserve, returning via the canal towpath and marina. Very easy, very leisurely pace to allow time for chat and nature spotting. No stiles, flat good paths and tracks throughout.
We will stop for coffee/cake/toasties at the excellent Green House coffee shop (outdoor seating only) towards the end of the walk. Toilets also available halfway at the RSPB visitor centre.
Bring binoculars if you have them. St Aidan's is home to many resident and seasonal migratory birds including many rare species.
Dogs are very welcome but MUST be on short fixed leads at all times please to protect both birds and wildlife on the reserve.
please note - the nature reserve is free of charge for all. We are NOT starting at the RSPB visitor centre, please check location for start point and parking details.
Start at 10.00 from the free car park at the bottom of Fleet Lane, Woodlesford, opposite the derelict fuel depot. NOTE the nearest postcode is for Lemonroyd Marina - do not turn off the road at the marina, stay on Fleet Lane, driving over the canal bridge, past the large fuel containers, round the bend and the car park is about 200yds further along on the right. What3words address is more accurate than postcode.
