Branton & Auckley Arrow

Welcome to the September issue of the Branton & AuckLey Arrow

Wow, what a summer! We are so very lucky to live close to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park and benefit from the summer concerts. To have an amazing attraction on our doorstep which offers something for everyone is incredible. Depending on how close you are to the park, being able to sit out in your garden and listen to the live music on a Saturday night was brilliant.

Add to this treat the Auckley Show! What an incredible show it was this year, the weather was fabulous and the show felt bigger than ever. Everything is so well organised and it is clear the effort that is made in organising such an event. Huge congratulations to all the organisers who work all year round to make sure the event is fantastic, you did not disappoint.

As September draws closer, we focus on the new academic year ahead. I hope all students who are embarking on a new chapter of their life, got what they needed from their results. I have just watched England Lionesses, lose the world cup. They will be devastated but in time will recognise the huge step made in woman's sport and more and more girls will choose sport now than ever before.

The October issue deadline for adverts and content is Wednesday 13th September. The Arrow will be delivered by 1st October.

Best wishes

Michelle Sidebottom

Tel: 07795387937

Email: michelle@arrowpublications.co.uk

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Community News

Cantley with Branton WI

Our monthly meetings take place on the second Thursday of the month, with the next one on Thursday 14th September 2023 at 7 pm until 9pm in Kilham Hall, Branton, Doncaster, DN3 3PF. We will have a speaker for the evening, there will also be light refreshments and a raffle. We have a book club, weekly coffee mornings, theatre trips and a walking group.

If you have any questions or you would like to visit us, and make new friends, please do not hesitate to contact the Assistant Secretary,

FINNINGLEY WI

Our regular meetings are held in the village hall starting at 7.15pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month and visitors are always welcomed.

We try to have a variety of speakers and activities to cover all interests so come and see what we have to offer.

For more information give Jayne a call on 01427 431060, follow us on Facebook or visit www.finningleywomensinstitute.yolasite.com

Catherine Rusby

catherinerusby@talktalk.net Tel: 01302 831638 or 07775834607

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BRANTON COFFEE CLUB

Are taking part in the

Tuesday 26th September at Kilham Hall, Branton.

From 10am till 11.30am

Everyone is welcome.

Lots of cakes to eat and purchase with all proceeds donated to the Macmillan fund.

Cake donations needed, please drop off before 9.15am on 26th September if you are not able to attend the coffee morning.

Fortnightly Wellbeing and Nature Walks

Torne River, Auckley.

10am start every other Tuesday.

This is a 3 mile walk along the banks of a beautiful stretch of the river Torne.

Held every second Tuesday starting at 10am. The path is flat but uneven in places and there are a few steps each side of the footbridge. Waterproof shoes/boots advisable as the grass path can sometimes be wet.

Starting point is Riverside Park Car Park off Ravenswood Drive, Auckley. Well behaved dogs welcome. No need to book, just turn up.

For more information please contact Caroline on 07788 539820.

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Community News

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Doncaster Rambler’s Misson & Austerfield.

On a very warm morning, sixteen ramblers assembled alongside Misson Church. Following the leader briefing we set off in a westerly direction from the church and soon were using a broad stony track which would take us into Newington. At one point a family of swans including their young were noted at the side of the track (see photograph).

Intermittent stretches of water were noted in close proximity. The track ended on the approach to Newington where we were required to use a narrow pavement alongside the road.

Before long a grassy embankment was used for improved views and to get us further away from the traffic. Austerfield was reached and a walk along the High Street was featured. Peter Rowsell, our publicity officer and a resident of Austerfield joined us here, (returning after a long spell away due to ill health) and walked with the group back to Misson.

A brief stop was made at St Helena’s church where there were information boards regarding local walking trails to peruse. Our refreshment break was taken at Austerfield village green, a short walk from the church. Our route back to Misson was made by using field footpaths, including one path skirting a golf course. Two small bridges were encountered which have both been renewed recently. The footpaths were in a good condition. Our arrival into Misson was from a north westerly direction where we arrived at 12.40. David Horne 10/08.

How many Steps? As little as 2500 a day apparently but it's not the count that matters but the WALKING the health benefits of which is once again in the news. So if you haven't already give it a go Non-members welcome, just turn up and say “Hallo” you will be well looked after

Please visit our website https://www.doncasterramblers.org.uk/ for latest information, including future activity. Also follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/doncasterramblers/ for details of past Rambler outings. Remember while out observe the Countryside Code and give way to other walkers.

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Local girl , Jodie Grant opens new online business in Doncaster with her vibrant, healthy meal deals, including a health shot!

Passionate about health and fitness, Jodie Grant who finished University with a 1st class honors degree in Sport and Development saw a gap in the market as people are swaying away from the habits of unhealthy eating to a more healthy diet!

Gone are the days of those boring meal deals, Jodie has launched her own, providing fresh and delicious homemade meals with no readymade dressings or unnecessary added calories or preservatives.

Jodie is regularly showcasing her products at Lakeside village most weekends, galas and popular shows such as the Auckley show and the Epworth show.

Jodie says ‘Watermelon juice is proving really popular, it surprised me, I thought people would stick with what they know, people do like something different’

You can find Jodie on facebook: @SuperPrep

Photo credit: Shaun Flannery

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AUCKLEY SHOW 2023

Super well done to this year’s Auckley Show organisers. The weather was great and people came in their hundreds to enjoy everything the show had to offer. We visited with family and friends and had a wonderful day, there was so much to do and see.

Congratulations to everyone who won a rosette and to everyone who took part. I was very proud to see my Dad win first prize for his Pot Leeks and Best in Show Vegetable. No chance I will be following in his footsteps, I struggle to keep grass alive!

Hope you enjoy a selection of photos shared on social media. Can’t wait for next year’s event.

My Dad—Alan McDonald collecting his trophy

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The White family from Branton had another fantastic year with a number of their exhibits being placed, 1st, 2nd or 3rd. Congratulations for taking part and for your fantastic efforts.

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DONCASTER CANCER DETECTION TRUST

Wow! Where has the summer gone? Can hardly believe we are into September already. Although it is short notice we will be at St John’s Hospice, Balby, on Saturday, 3 rd September to help them celebrate their 30th anniversary and to celebrate our 50th anniversary. It was with the foresight of our founder Jeannette Fish that DCDT started fundraising in 1985 to raise money for a hospice. By 1992 St John’s was built and equipped after raising over £2 million, thanks to the wonderful generosity of local people, groups and organisations. The Open Day will be from 11.00am to 4.00pm.

As we are approaching the latter part of the year we don’t think it is too early to mention that Doncaster Wheatsheaf Singers are holding their very popular Annual Charity Christmas Concert on Saturday, 17th December at Doncaster Minster. Once again they will be supporting Doncaster Cancer Detection Trust for which we are extremely grateful. We will be able to provide further information next month. Also, a reminder that we will be holding our Memory Tree in Frenchgate Centre on the lead up to Christmas. As mentioned last month we find that many people prefer to donate on-line, details of which are on our website. However, for those who prefer the personal touch and wish to pay by cash or cheque we will be in the Frenchgate Centre from Monday, 28th November to Saturday, 10th December (excluding Sunday, 4th December).

Should you need to get in touch with us our contact details are: 22 Wood Street, Doncaster DN1 3LW (entrance by the side of Kerry Gough Florists), second floor (lift available), Room 209. Tel. 01302 325029. Email: info@dcdt.co.uk. Website: dcdt.co.uk.

As always, we welcome fundraising ideas so do please get in touch if you would like to get involved.

For more information on the work of the Doncaster Cancer Detection Trust or to donate, please check out their web site www.dcdt.co.uk. Also on Face Book.

"We're working together to help fight cancer"

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What’s On In Branton and Auckley

What’s On In Finningley & Blaxton

Monthly Events in Branton, Finningley & Auckley

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