Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we walk along the canal from Barnby Dun up to the Don Aqueduct and learn about the historical significance of the area and its structures. This event is a part of the All Hands on the Don project!

We will be heading from Barnby Dun along the Don Navigation Canal and the New Junction Canal to the Don Aqueduct. You will hear about the significance of the canals to Doncaster and the wider South Yorkshire region. Learn how and why the region has changed over time through the work of Cornelius Vermuyden and see some of the historic structures in the landscape. Please note we will be walking 3 miles along the canal which is mostly unpaved and has stiles and steps.

Booking is preferred so that we can better manage the event. Please email [email protected] to book a spot!

Time: Tuesday 16th September 2025 10am – 12:30pm (please note this is an estimate for the walk and this event may over run)

Meeting Location: We will be meeting in the car park just over the bridge from Barnby DUn off Forstead Lane. Barnby Dun Canal car park, Forstead Lane, Barnby Dun, Dn3 1EB. Please note there is limited parking in the carpark but theres lots of potential for street parking in Barnby Dun!

As part of Heritage Open Days – Join DCRT for a walk looking at the architecture and the natural & historic hertiage of the River Don around Conisbrough.

Join DCRT on a guided circular walk from Conisbrough Railway Station, exploring architecture associated with the River Don and the wider heritage of the Don Gorge. Stops will take in, caves, castle views, the mighty Conisbrough Viaduct and more.

Booking is preferred so that we can better manage the event. Please email [email protected] to book a spot!

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust to remove litter (and shopping trollies) from in and around the Dalton Brook. Dalton Parish Council have kindly invited us to use the facilities in their hall. They have a community cafe from 9-12pm so feel free to come along early to enjoy some refreshments.

Task: Litter picking. We will be working along the bankside and within the brook to remove litter. 

When: Thursday 18th September 2025, 10am – 1pm

Where: Dalton Parish Hall, Doncaster Road, Dalton, Rotherham S65 3ET
Parking available in the hall car park.

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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. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected].

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 assistant Ben Curl 07842631352. 

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to add a protective coating to the new mural on Crimpsall Sluice! This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project.

When: Friday 19th September 12pm-3pm

Where: Crimpsall Sluice. What 3 Words: ///gossip.area.locked Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BFQYnKfKjcK13oYk8 Parking: Please park in any oif the nearby paid carparks and claim back the cost on your expenses.

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. We can also provide a boilersuit for painting if you let us know you are coming in advance. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] or contacting task leader Anthony Cox. We also provide a tea kit for refreshments on the day, please let us know in advance if you have any alergies so we can cater for this. 

Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice bellow. 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 Coordinator Anthony Cox 07384 543124.