The River Don eroded its course into rocks that are many millions of years old and these can be seen in the valley sides of the Don Gorge today. Join geoconservationist Rick Ramsdale of Sheffield Area Geology Trust on a guided walk along the Don Gorge. Discover the Don Gorge’s fascinating geological history and find out about the formation of today’s landscape! The event is free of charge, however please book your place by contacting the Don Catchment Rivers Trust (phone: 01302 796173 or email: [email protected]). The walk will start at The Boat Inn, Sprotbrough – please note that the walk will involve walking up a fairly steep slope to reach the top of the gorge.

Meeting Point: At the back of Morrison’s car park, York Rd, Doncaster, DN5 8XG.

Time: 10am-1pm with a break for refreshments.
Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work. Email [email protected] for more information or call task-leader Matt Duffy on 07825911973.

Task: We are taking a school group down to the Swaithe Dike to teach them about fresh water ecology so we are hoping to clear the site of as much litter as we can to make it a pleasant experience for them.