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Bentley Mill – Volunteer Day

18-10-22 10:00 - 13:00
Bentley Mill Dike
Address: Limbreck Court, Bentley,Doncaster DN5 0HR

 

Join the Friends of the Don Valley Way and Litter Free Team as we work to clean the Bentley Mill Dike. We will be working both in the channel and along the banks of the stream.

Meeting point: Green space next to Limbreck court, Bentley, Doncaster (opposite Lidl)
What three words: ///photo.rental.tracks    Google maps: click here for link

Times: 10am-1pm with a tea break at 11.30am

Parking: Parking is on Limbreck Court road. There is other on street parking in the area and free parking at the pavilion. Just be careful when crossing the busy main road!

 

Waders, life jackets and protective gear is provided to volunteers. If you are litter picking around the river (not wading) we recommend wearing sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor work. All waders and shoes are cleaned at the end of the day.
We will bring the tea, coffee and biscuits.

 

Anthony Cox will be leading this day (contact him on 07384543124)
We offer volunteer expenses for public transport and vehicle mileage, please ask the task leader for a claim form.

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