THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE BALSAM FLOWERS GOING INTO SEED AND SO IT NOT BEING VIABLE TO WORK ON THE SITE ANYMORE. We do not want to risk disturbing the seed pods and spreading them. Each site in our catchment is different so please check our other volunteer days for more opportunities. 

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust alongside Rotherham Council, as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Pinch Mill Brook in Whiston. 

When: Wednesday 23rd July 10am-1pm

Where: We will be meeting on the lay by, adjacent to the fishing ponds of Pinchmill Fishery (Pinchmill Farm, Wickersley, Rotherham S60 4NJ)
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/finishing.dinner.race
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGTqCjuMrtWXu9Ti7

What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day however please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including sturdy shoes or boots and long trousers. Even if it is warm weather, it is advisable to cover up to protect against spiky plants and stings. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] to ensure we have your size. 

What to expect: We will be walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 

Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice below. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust at Priory Farm in Renishaw to help remove the invasive plant species Himalayan balsam. Himalayan Balsam outcompetes native flora and results in bare river banks over winter which can increase erosion and flood risk. We’ll be pulling out the plants and snapping above the roots to prevent regrowth. This work goes hand in hand with our efforts to slow flows through the woods at Priory farm using leaky barriers of varying shapes and sizes which we’ll continue with later in the year.

Spaces are limited so please book on to this event using the Eventbrite link below.

PLEASE NOTE: This event is weather dependent as the site floods. If it has been, or is forecast to be wet, we may need to postpone. We will contact you if this is the case.

Task: Removing Himalayan balsam 

When: Wednesday 23rd July, 10am-1pm

Where: Priory Farm woodlands (off Barbers Row), Renishaw

What 3 Words: ///music.form.inform

Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPbcpqSzg5hmw5Kj9

What to bring: Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including long sleeves and trousers that you don’t mind getting muddy! Wellies will be required – please bring your own or let us know asap what size you’ll need for us to bring you a pair (email [email protected]). We will also provide refreshments and biscuits for a tea break but please bring water and any other food you may need.

Joining us? All are welcome but please note there is no toilet and the site is not completely accessible to all so please check the access advice below. There are limited spaces at this event due to the nature of the work so it is essential to book on using the link below. Any queries please contact [email protected] / 07741 747283

Book your space here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/priory-farm-leaky-barriers-balsam-bash-tickets-1325039913049?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust and Get Fishing!

Booking required!

Spend time by the water learning to fish and receive one-to-one tuition with our angling coaches.

When: Wednesday 23rd July 2025 11am – 1pm 

Where: We will be meeting at the canal off Doncaster Rd, Denaby Main, Mexborough S64 0JD. 

What 3 words: ///collides.summit.affirming

Google Maps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pgb6p7JVRgxWfmAU8 

What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day, including seating, however, please wear suitable clothing for the outdoors, including sensible footwear and long trousers. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day, but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected], or contacting Project Assistant Ben Curl [email protected], 07842 631352. Joining us? All are welcome but booking is required to attend as one to one coaching is provided. However, not all of our sites are completely accessible, please check the access advice below. Refreshments are provided, but feel free to bring a packed lunch!                                                                                                                            

Booking: To book email [email protected], or contact Project Assistant Ben Curl [email protected], 07842 631352. Please inform us if you have a nut allergy as ground bait may contain nuts. We can provide a suitable alternative.