Sprotbrough Arrow April 2025

Covering Cusworth

April 2025

Issue No. 234

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Welcome to the April issue of the

Sprotbrough Arrow Congratulations to local ice skating star Molly Lanaghan, who dazzled audiences and judges alike to win Dancing on Ice with her partner Sam Aston from Coronation Street! Originally from Branton, Molly’s talent and dedication have been truly inspirational, and the community is incredibly proud of her achievement.

With the Easter break just around the corner, there are plenty of ways to keep the family entertained. Yorkshire Wildlife Park has an exciting lineup of activities planned, while Boston Park Farm is celebrating a special springtime surprise—the arrival of their first set of quadruplet lambs in 25 years! What a wonderful way to welcome the season of renewal.

Last but not least, congratulations to my home town, the Toon! Fantastic result at Wembley and a well deserved win.

Stay engaged, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate all that our community has to offer!

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Boston Park Farm is thrilled to announce the rare and extraordinary birth of quadruplet lambs, a remarkable event that has not occurred on the farm in over 25 years. This highly unusual occurrence has captured the attention of both the farming community and animal lovers alike, as quadruplet lamb births are an exceedingly rare phenomenon.

The Suffolk X ewe named Stripe due to her unusual markings, gave birth to four healthy lambs in the early hours of February 27th, 2025. Each lamb is thriving, and both mother and babies are Boston Park Farm being carefully monitored by the farm's experienced team to ensure their Announces Rare Birth of continued health and well-being.

Quadruplet Lambs "I went out to check the ewes and could see that Stripe had started in labour. She had been scanned in December and this showed she was pregnant with 3 lambs, so we knew she might need a bit of help. It's soon became obvious that she was struggling to progress so I had to give her a bit of help and managed to deliver 3 healthy lambs. She was then left to bond and when we returned an hour later to check on her we found she had given birth to another lamb! To have quadruplet lambs born on our farm is an extraordinary event, one that we haven't witnessed in over two decades. It’s a rare and joyful moment for us, and we are delighted to share this special news with the community," said David Chappell, owner at Boston Park Farm. "All of the lambs are healthy, and Stripe is doing an excellent job caring for them. We're looking forward to watching these little ones grow."

Quadruplet births in sheep are so rare that they occur in fewer than 1 in 500 births, with the odds doubling if all lambs survive. While twins are more common, and triplets are occasionally seen, quadruplets are an extremely rare occurrence in the farming world. This miracle of nature is a testament to the quality care and dedication of the team at Boston Park Farm, who work tirelessly to ensure the health of all their animals.

Boston Park Farm invites visitors to come and meet the adorable new lambs as they begin to explore the farm in the coming weeks. The farm is open every day from 10am until 4pmwhere you get the opportunity to witness firsthand the joy and wonder of new life on the farm.

For more information, please visit our website at www.bostonparkfarm.com About Boston Park Farm: Boston Park Farm is a family-owned, working farm located in Hatfield Woodhouse to the east of Doncaster. The farm is open to visitors all year around with a wide range of animals to feed and pet, there is also a large cafe and plenty of play areas and activities for children to enjoy a full day out.

For media inquiries, please contact: Lucy Westwood Partner and Farm Manager Boston Park Farm Phone: 01302844818 Email: lucy@bostonpark.com

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Community News

Sprotbrough Mothers’ Union

are running a Cream Tea afternoon to raise funs for their AFIA (Away From It All Holidays) Away From It All (AFIA) is a Mothers’ Union holiday scheme, primarily funded by our members, to give the opportunity of a break to those who may be experiencing stress or difficulties in their family life. Sprotbrough MU Branch have been raising funds and supporting this scheme for many years and events such as the Cream Tea are well supported by the local community who, besides enjoying an afternoon cream tea, must feel it’s a worthwhile cause!

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RICHMOND HILL PRIMARY ACADEMY

Wonderful World Book Day 2025 As always everyone made an incredible effort, staff included! There were a few themes throughout school and we loved seeing all the costumes and hearing about our children’s favourite books and characters. We had some very impressive art work from WBD activities.

As part of World Book Day children participated in our ‘Read Aloud’ competition. Our finalists will go on to perform at Doncaster Museum.

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Spectacular Spelling Bee Our year 5 and 6 spelling bee finalists went to Hill House School to compete against other Doncaster schools. We are so proud of all our competitors. Congratulations to Brandon who is our reigning Richmond Hill champion.

Captivating Choir Our fabulous choir recently took part in the Music for Youth regional festival. They performed two songs. ‘A Beautiful World’ and ‘Someday’. Absolutely stunning!

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Community News Sprotbrough Theatre Group Do you like going to live theatre but don’t relish the thought of expensive tickets, driving and the expensive parking fees on top of the price of a theatre ticket?

Well, have you considered joining Sprotbrough Theatre Group as a means of reducing these costs? We have a current membership of ninety people but always welcome new members. The membership cost to join this year is £20.

This helps to subsidise trips and provides you with access to a regular newsletter, concessionary theatre tickets across the region and coach transport to and from the theatre.

Last year we enjoyed 20 visits of various genres (drama, musicals, ballet, comedy all on tour from the West End Theatres) to York, Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield and Doncaster We conclude the year in March with an AGM with food and entertainment . We welcome new members and it’s an opportunity to meet new people who share similar interests.

Please contact Janet on 07985668177 for further information if you are interested.

Sprotbrough Café Drop In dates for 2025 Please share and invite anyone who may have been affected by a brain tumour and would like to meet up socially and to obtain further information about the charity and the scope of its support.

Everyone welcome.

Friday 21st March- please bring donations towards the Easter raffle Thursday 17th April (Maundy Thursday)EASTER RAFFLE Friday 16th May Friday 20th June Friday 18th July Friday 22nd August Thursday 25th September 24th October 21st November- please bring donations for Christmas Raffle 19th December- Christmas Raffle/ hampers All drop ins are from 1-3pm.

Additional events: We hope to have the village walking ‘Treasure Hunt’ with BBQ at 1 Brompton Rd afterwards on Sunday 3rd August or 10th August if bad weather on 3rd- more details to follow.

Marylin will share details of the quiz/pie and pea supper when confirmed.

Annual Celebration Ball at Ye Olde Bell on Saturday 20th September – more details to follow

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What’s On In Sprotbrough?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Mon

Guides

Sprotbrough Library

Time 7.00—8.30pm

Mon

Nelly Stagles School of Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

4.30pm—5.00pm

Mon

Scottish Dancing

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

7.30pm—9.45pm

Mon

Pilates For Life

St Mary’s Church Hall

9.30am-10.30am

Mon

Little Thinkers

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

1.00pm—3pm

Mon

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.15-7.45pm

Mon

LT fitness

St Mary’s Church Hall

6.15-7.30pm

Mon

Beavers (6-7yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.00-7.30pm

Tue

Nelly Stagles School of Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

4.30pm—8pm

Tue

Cre8 Drama

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

10am—11am

Tue

Coffee, Cake & Chat

The Stable, Main Street, Sprotbrough

9.45—11.30am

Tue

Coffee Morning (Term time only)

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

10.30-11.30am

Tue

Painting Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

2.00-4.00pm

Tue

Cubs (8-10yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.30-8.00pm

Tue

67th Sprotbrough Scouts—Cubs

Sprotbrough Methodist Church Hall

6pm-7.30pm 7.30—10.30pm

Tue

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

Tue

67th Sprotbrough Scouts

Sprotbrough Methodist Church Hall

7.30pm—9.30pm

Wed

Sprotbrough Park Playtime (term time)

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30-11am

Wed

Yoga

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

10—11.30am

Wed

Story Time & Activities Alternate weeks

Sprotbrough Library

1pm—2pm

Wed

B’Fit with Cheryl

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

6.15-8.30pm

Wed

67th Scouts—Beavers

Sprotbrough Methodist Church Hall

5.30pm—6.45pm

Wed

Slimming World

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

5.30pm & 7pm

Wed

Little Movers

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

10.15am—11.15am

Wed

Scouts (11-14)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.00-9pm

Wed

Community Church

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

2pm—3pm

Thurs

LT Fitness

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

11-12.15pm

Thurs

Little tykes (childminders drop in)

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15—11.00am

Thurs

Playtime

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30am– 11am

Thurs

Thursday Senior Citizen Club

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.30-4.00pm

Thurs

Playtime

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

1.30pm-2.30pm

Thurs

Rainbows

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.45-5.45pm

Thurs

Male Voice Choir

Royal British legion Club

7pm—9pm

Thurs

Ridgeway School of Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

4.45-8pm

Thurs

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.00-7.30pm

Thurs

Yoga Class

St Marys Church Hall

7—8.30pm

Thurs

Explorer Scouts (14-18yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.30-9.30pm

Fri

Frog Phonics

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30—11.30am

Fri

NCT Play Group

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9am—12.30pm

Fri

Sequence Dance—Ian Sadler

Royal British Legion Club

1.00-3.30pm

Sat

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30—10.30pm

Sat

Transformation 12 fitness

St Mary’s Church Hall

9.30-10.30am

Sat

Ridgeway School of Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9am—2.45pm

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Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

10am—12noon

What’s on in Warmsworth?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Monday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road

Time 9.05am-3.05pm

Tuesday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road

9.05am-3.05pm

Tuesday

Brownies

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

6pm-7.30pm

Tuesday

Ladies Club

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

6.45pm-8.45pm

Wednesday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road

9.05am-3.05pm

Thursday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road

9.05am-3.05pm

Thursday

Watercolours

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

10am-12 noon

Friday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road

9.05am-3.05pm

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St Marys Church Hall and Stable Bookings Tel: 07761 536676 bookings.sprotbrough@gmail.com

Warmsworth Community Hub Tel: 07548 558868 Email- rob.warmsworthpc@gmail.com

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Monthly Events in Sprotbrough & Warmsworth Monthly

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

3rd Monday 1st & 3rd Tuesday

St Mary’s Mothers Union

The Stable, Main Street, Sp’boro

7.30pm- 9.30pm

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30-10.30pm

1st Wednesday

Sprotbrough Wives

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

7.30-10.00pm

2nd Thursday

Lunch Club

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

12.15pm - 2.00pm

2nd Thursday

Jigsaw Puzzle library

The Stable, main Street, Sprotbrough

10.30am—1.30pm

2nd Tuesday

Sprotbrough WI

St Mary’s Church Hall

7.30—9.30pm

Thursday, every 2 weeks

Ladies Circle

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

7pm—9.30pm

3rd Thursday

Sprotbrough & Cusworth PC

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

7pm—9pm

2nd Monday

Parish Council meeting

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

7pm-9pm

1st Thursday

Warmsworth WI

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

7pm—9pm

2nd Monday

Ward Councillors Surgery

Warmsworth community Hub, Stapleton Road

6—7pm

1st Tuesday

Warmsworth & Edlington Lions Club

The Holiday Inn, Warmsworth, DN4 NUX

7pm

Last Friday of the month

Sprotbrough Village History Group

St Mary’s Church Hall, Main Street, Sprotbrough.

2pm—4pm

3rd Wednesday

Warmsworth Neighbourhood Watch

Cricket Club

7pm

1st Wednesday

Friends of Cusworth Park

Cusworth Hall

10.15—12noon

3rd Friday of the month

Craft-antics Club

The Stable, Main Street, Sprotbrough

10 - 4pm

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