Where: Great Ings, Fishlake 

Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street, Google maps link click here

When: 11am-12:30pm

What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! Bring binoculars if you have them.

DCRT will bring the clipboards, survey forms and identification sheets.

What to expect: Identifying butterflies and dragonflies can be tricky, so please ask if you are unsure and share your knowledge with others if you know any tips and tricks! These events are great opportunities to practise and learn ID skills, as well as contributing to county records

Refreshments (hot drinks) provided at the end of the event.

Joining us? All are welcome, including beginners. Please let us know if you plan to attend by emailing [email protected] or texting 07561588215.

Sometimes events are cancelled due to flooding on the site or bad weather. 

Join us as we work to remove Himalayan Balsam from the Hexthorpe Ings. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don project. 

When: Tuesday 16th June 2026 10am-1pm 

Where: We will be meeting near the entrance to the allotments, next to the River Don at the end of Bramworth Road, Doncaster, DN4 0HW. What 3 words: ///drum.admits.nights. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TZJS3xxMzC8D5r5g9

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] or contacting Volunteering Officer Anthony Cox. Please bring your own packed lunch if you would like to stay for the whole day. 

Joining us? All are welcome, however not all of our sites are completely accessible , please check the access advice below. If you are a new volunteer, please let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting Volunteering Officer Anthony Cox 07384543124

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the River Don at Bullhouse Mill.

When: Tuesday 7th July, 10am – 1pm

Where: We will be working along the River Don within the Bullhouse Mill area. There is free parking at the Mill itself and local buses stop on Lee Lane too. For parking, please follow the one way signs past the factory entrance to the crescent car park. 
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/workroom.tapers.pounding
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EcU34vYSfYP51euF9

What to expect: We will be working along banks of the River Don, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. There are no public footpaths as we will be on private land. Therefore, paths are unpaved and mostly on grassland and rocky river banks. There are toilets we will have access to in the factory. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT.

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. 

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.

 Learn to Fish with Don Catchment Rivers Trust 

Join us for a free angling session along the canal, where we’ll be fishing in a relaxed and friendly environment.

This session is perfect for beginners as well as those who have fished before. Each attendee will be supported by an experienced angling coach who will help you build confidence and develop a solid understanding of fishing techniques.

Whether you’re picking up a rod for the first time or looking to improve your skills, this is a great opportunity to get involved and enjoy the outdoors.

Please book via the Angling Trust Marketplace https://swimbooker.com/event/2b76a6cb-6989-44e8-8550-338e5049d733

For more information, please get in touch with Ben

Mobile: 07842 631352

Email: [email protected]

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to clean up the small stream at the German Tunel in Adwick close to Adwick Train Station. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project!

When: Tuesday 14th July 2026 10am-1pm

Where: We will be meeting at the junction where Church Land and Doncaster Lane meet. Adress: Doncaster Ln, Church Ln, Adwick le Street, Doncaster DN6 7AQ. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/a39yuLiyMm7nsvL99 What 3 words: ///mammoths.neck.haggle

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] to ensure we have your size. 

What to expect: We will be walking along the paths of the river, collecting litter and brining it back up to the road. We will have a break at 11:30 am 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 Anthony Cox 07384543124.