Sprotbrough Arrow
As the days grow longer and the sunshine starts to make a more regular appearance, it’s wonderful to see our local community buzzing with activity and good spirits. This month, we celebrate the simple joy of sharing time with one another.
Our villages are full of people who care for each other, and this shines through in our local coffee clubs and social gatherings which bring smiles, laughter, and friendships old and new. It’s these little gatherings that remind us how important it is to stay connected and look out for those around us.
In May, we’ll have the honour of marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative events planned in Sprotbrough at the Goldsmith Centre. It’s a poignant moment to remember those who sacrificed so much, while also celebrating the enduring spirit of our community .
Here’s to a month of kindness, connection, and things to look forward to!
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Community News
WARMSWORTH LADIES’ CLUB
Celebrating 0ur
60th Anniversary Year!
Come and meet your friends, make new friends and chat with a cuppa. Join us every Tuesday evening 7:00-8:45pm Warmsworth Community Hub Stapleton Road
06 May 25 Yorkshire Chocolatier (with items to sell)
13 May 25 Edlington Pit Wood
20 May 25 Domestic Violence
27 May 25 HALF TERM BREAK
03 Jun 25 Hampton Court Palace
10 Jun 25 Headway
17 Jun 25 Afternoon Tea at St Catherines’ House
24 Jun 25 Masters of Mirth
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Community News
Sprotbrough MU Branch recently held what seems to have become an annual event in the village; their Cream Tea to raise funds for AFIA.
This year was a sellout and the Church Hall was full. Over seventy cream teas were provided. There were stalls selling cakes, cards / gifts, plants, books and mystery gifts, alongside the ever-popular raffle, all of which helped to swell funds. Needless to say, the main focus was on the cream teas with homemade scones provided by members!
Thanks to the hard work of members and good support from the community, a record breaking £840.00 was raised for AFIA this year. An enjoyable afternoon was had by all and certainly well worthwhile! https://www.mothersunion.org/projects/afia
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TOP DOC PRAISES DONCASTER VOLUNTEERS
A SENIOR South Yorkshire doctor has given a big ‘thumbs-up’ to the hardworking efforts of a dedicated band of local volunteers, who freely give up their spare time to improve a Doncaster beauty spot.
Dr David Crichton, who combines being NHS South Yorkshire’s Chief Medical Officer with his role as a Bentley-based GP, called in at Sprotbrough to see the Don Gorge Community Group (DGCG) in action. The volunteers have been using small amounts of grant funding to create new seating areas for visitors, alongside the conservation and maintenance work they routinely carry out.
A keen walker and outdoors lover, Dr Crichton said: “It was a real pleasure to visit the Group and see the excellent work taking place. Being outdoors and exercising are great ways to help look after your physical and mental wellbeing. I would encourage local people to visit the many green spaces we have across South Yorkshire and enjoy this natural beauty on our doorstep.”
Dr Crichton was joined by representatives of local organisations that have supported the DGCG’s activities, including Sprotbrough & Cusworth and Warmsworth parish councils. They saw new benches the volunteers have installed alongside the River Don, through the Don Catchment Rivers Trust’s (DCRT) All Hands on the Don Community Grant Scheme, financed by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Alex Liversidge, from DCRT, said: “The Don Gorge Community Group’s application really appealed to us, as they are a fantastic local organisation that undertake tremendous work which is led by and on behalf of the local community. Their proposal to install benches, which really allow you to take in the beauty of our fantastic river and give tired legs a rest, aligns with our aim of making our rivers more accessible and interesting places to visit.”
The party then went to two benches that have been sited on Yorkshire Wildlife Trust (YWT) land, off Nursery Lane, Sprotbrough, paid for by City of Doncaster Council’s Well Doncaster Community Wealth Builder fund. On the way, they stopped by a formerly dried-up pond the volunteers are bringing back to life, with guidance from YW staff.
And the fact-finding tour was rounded off with a short walk to the Warmsworth bank of the River Don to see an old mill wall restored with funds donated by Tesco, and a stone wall and bench built with a grant from the Co-op, which Dr Crichton formally declared ‘open.’
DGCC Chair, Ian Carpenter, said: “The purpose of the tour was to show Dr Crichton what we have been doing as a Group and to thank the organisations that have funded the projects we have completed so far.”
RICHMOND HILL PRIMARY ACADEMY
Educational Visits
We have had such an exciting half term with visits taking place in and out of school. Year 1 travelled to White Post Farm, Year 4 went to Austerfield Study Centre, Year 2 & Year 5 invited The History Van and Historical Interpretations into school. Year 6 visited Crucial Crew and Year 3 welcomed The Twisted Knot into Richmond Hill.
Eggcellent Easter
We welcomed all parents into school for Easter assemblies. Celebrating learning, showcasing what instruments we have been learning to play, singing and performing. We loved all the efforts that went into Easter bonnets and our decorated eggs, as always, reminding us what amazing imaginations our children have.
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Captivating Choir
Another exciting festival for the Richmond Hill Primary Academy Choir and Rose Learning Trust Choir resulted in a trophy for a welldeserved winning performance.
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Community News
SPROTBROUGH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
The 60’s night on Sat. 5th April was a real success and very well supported by the community. Raising £650 was the best ever for one of Ray Sullivan’s fund raisers for Sprotbrough Christmas lights. The funds will go towards the cost of putting on this year’s event on November 29th
A very big thank you to Ray for putting on these events; they are greatly appreciated and enjoyed!
Look out for the next event; could be August!
Doncaster Spanish Society
Doncaster Spanish Society will be meeting on Thursday 15th May from 7 to 9pm for a talk by Dr Becky Ogden of Sheffield University on ‘Complex Legacies and Futures – The Cuban Revolution 1959 –2029’. Dr Ogden will discuss the revolution’s enduring impact on Cuban society, politics and international relations. It promises to be a captivating talk and will be in English with some Spanish.
Please note that our meetings are now held at Doncaster Town Moor Golf Club, Bawtry Rd, Belle Vue Way, DN4 5HU.
Parking is on site. Drinks can be purchased at the bar and the society will provide snacks. New members are very welcome. Entry for non -members is £4.
If you can, please check our Facebook page for any changes to the programme. (https:// www.facebook.com/Doncaster-Spanish-Society)
For further information, please contact Jackie on 01302 344822 or Elaine on 07930 368867
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Day Activity
What’s On In Sprotbrough?
Mon Guides Sprotbrough Library 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
Mon Little Thinkers
St Mary’s Church Hall 9.30am-10.30am
Sprotbrough Methodist Church 1.00pm—3pm
Mon Brownies Sprotbrough Methodist Church 6.15-7.45pm
Mon LT fitness
Mon Beavers (6-7yrs)
St Mary’s Church Hall 6.15-7.30pm
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
Tue Sequence Dancing
Royal British Legion Club 7.30—10.30pm
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
Thurs Explorer Scouts (14-18yrs)
Fri Frog Phonics
Fri NCT Play Group
Fri Sequence Dance—Ian Sadler
Sat Sequence Dancing
St Marys Church Hall 7—8.30pm
Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough 7.30-9.30pm
Sprotbrough Methodist Church 9.30—11.30am
Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough 9am—12.30pm
Royal British Legion Club 1.00-3.30pm
Royal British Legion Club 7.30—10.30pm
Sat Ridgeway School of Dance Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough 9am—2.45pm
Sun Sunday Club
Sun Community Church
Sprotbrough Methodist Church 10am—11am
Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough 10am—12noon
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What’s on in Warmsworth?
Day Activity Meeting Place Time
Monday Warmsworth Pre School Warmsworth Old Community Centre, Low Road 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
Sprotbrough Goldsmith Centre Bookings Tel: 788093 deputyclerk@sprobroughandcusworthparishcouncil.gov.uk.
Methodist Church Hall Bookings info@s-m-c.co.uk (office hours 10am-12noon Fri in term time only)
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
Sprotbrough Community Library Room Hire Bookings 01302 782436 or mobile 07852290984
Monthly Events in Sprotbrough & Warmsworth
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