August issue of the Sprotbrough Arrow

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August 2020

Issue No. 178

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School’s out for summer!

I hear the gasp of relief, home schooling has been a huge challenge for so many parents and grandparents over the last few months.

Hopefully life can return to a little bit of normality and we can spend some quality time with our families over the next 6 weeks.

Children can now look forward to returning to school in September and spending time with their friends and teachers.

This time of year, the Arrow would be full of prom photos, leaver parties, summer fayres etc., but, as you know, that’s not been possible! I sincerely hope all of our young people who have missed out on this special transition year, whether it is to Secondary School, College, 6th Form or University/workplace, have the chance to say goodbye to those they will miss, and succeed in their new environments. Good luck to everyone awaiting their exam results and congratulations to those who have received their SATs. The deadline for the September issue is earlier than normal due to the holiday break Monday 10th August. The September issue will be distributed the week commencing 24th August.

Keep safe everyone.

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Community News Doncaster Libraries

Sprotbrough Scouts Festival and Road Race The annual festival and road race organised by Sprotbrough Scouts will not go ahead this year due to Covid-19 restrictions.

The 67th Sprotbrough Scout Group hope to go ahead with the event next year and thank everyone for their support.

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Be honest, when was the last time you tested your smoke alarm?

Shockingly, there were no working smoke alarms at almost half of the accidental house fires we attended last year. These are life-saving devices that, if working, will give you early warning of a fire in your home.

Haven’t got any? You’re taking a huge gamble. They can be purchased from most local hardware stores or, if you’re unable to get out, online.

Alternatively, we may be able to fit you some for free, if you’re deemed at particular risk of fire. Fill out the form on our website and we’ll get back to you when COVID19 restrictions allow.

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Already got some? Great, just make sure you test them regularly!

We know how easy it is to forget. Or maybe you said you’d do it tomorrow, but then tomorrow came and went. We’ve all been there…

That’s why we offer a free smoke alarm reminder service. All you have to do is visit www.pressthebutton.co.uk, give us your email address or phone number and we’ll do the rest. A regular reminder, straight to your phone. What’s not to love?

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Eat Out to Help Out The Government initiative to help restaurants who have been badly affected by the Lockdown measures is a welcome boost.

Many local pubs, restaurants, cafes and wine bars have registered already for the scheme which runs throughout August 2020. The Eat out to Help out offers diners 50% off their food and soft drink bill up to £10 per person Monday to Wednesday all day. No vouchers are needed and you can use the offer as often as you want, just look out for the ‘Eat out to Help out’ logo and give your local businesses the support they need.

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Boston Park Farm reopens…

We are pleased to announce the reopening of the farm and outdoor play areas as of 5th July for prebooked tickets only. The tea room has also opened for take-out options from a limited menu to begin with.

Due to current covid-19 restrictions all indoor play areas are closed, but at Boston Park Farm we are still a traditional working farm, our animal trail allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals. You can pet and feed most of the animals and every day we have animal handling sessions. The whole experience is geared to suit children up to around 10 years old.

We have the fabulous Maize Maze to explore, outdoor play equipment, mud kitchens and the bale pyramid.

Make sure you visit our Tractor Track and race around on our brand-new go karts! You and your child can have hours of fun exploring everything we have to offer here at the farm.

Remember to ensure our visitor numbers remain at the right level and keep everyone safe you MUST pre-book your tickets via our website: www.bostonpark.com

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Doncaster Ramblers A local walk from Scawthorpe

Please take care when walking and follow the Countryside Code. People in England can exercise with up to five others from different households provided physical distancing guidelines are followed. People living alone or single parents with children under 18, can meet outdoors. Give way to other walkers.

No navigation skills required on this 5 ½ mile route all on solid tarmac, so no boots required either.

The walk begins on Langthwaite Lane and follows the Doncaster Greenway in a northerly direction for just over ½ mile before turning imperceptibly left to continue west for 1100m passing under the A638 with the fringe of Highfields Country Park on the left and a small lake to the left.

At a fork in the path take the left signposted Roman Ridge, and continue for 960m to reach steps. Climb with care and turn left. You know have just over two miles of uninterrupted straight line walking ahead, popular with cyclists, dog walkers, and families alike. I liked this walk because there was no mud, the entire five miles was under asphalt. Eventually as you close in on the A638 you might wonder how to cross the road. No worries there are plenty of pedestrian crossings to choose, but the aim is to get onto Watch House Lane opposite by the Ford Garage.

Once you’ve navigated the traffic continue on Watch House Lane for 420m and immediately after crossing bridge see steps on the right. Descend with care – see photo.

Turn right and follow the path northwards for ¾ mile to reach Jossey Lane. Turn left onto Langthwaite Lane and the start.

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Sprotbrough's new playground now complete The new Anchorage Lane community playground is now complete.

Sean Easton, pictured right, from contractors Brambledown Landscapes officially handed over the futuristic play area to Sprotbrough & Cusworth Parish Council at a ceremony attended by ward and parish councillors.

After having a guided tour of the play equipment ,Councillor David Holland, Chairman of the parish council, said: "I'm delighted with the finished product. Gone is the traditional, but dated, equipment that was here for many years and served the community well. In its place is a new generation play area where youngsters can really let their imagination loose. I'm sure local families will be thrilled when they see it for themselves.

"The security fencing is staying in place for the moment to allow some seeded areas of grass near the entrance to get established. We will make an announcement about an opening ceremony as soon as we can, so please bear with us until then."

Councillor Holland, left, is pictured with Deputy Chair, councillor Kevin Rogers, and councillors Jane Nightingale and Bill Mordue from Bentley Ward, which donated £10,000 towards the project from community funds. An area of Sprotbrough from York Road to Anchorage Lane and Anchorage Crescent sits within their ward.

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School News from Copley Junior School

Year 6 Graduation

Although we could not celebrate with our usual Year 6 Graduation, we have been keen to say well done to our Year 6 leavers as we are very proud of them all.

Children’s beautiful work folders were presented in the hall, along with a ‘Year 6 survival bag’. All children had House Point Badges to collect and sixteen children in Year 6 achieved our highest award of the House Point Trophy. This is a significant award that recognises children with over 700 House Points!

I am sure you will agree that the children look great in their Year 6 Leavers’ Hoodies!

Personalised photograph memory cards with messages from all the staff were presented to each child.

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All our Year 6 leavers were presented with their graduation certificate and our annual awards were presented: English Award 2020: Gracie D and Olivia T Maths Award 2020: Eliza W and Evie L Science Award 2020: Owen F and Esme S Sports Award 2020: Charlie L and Emelia D Arts Award 2020: Stanley S Siddall Sports Trophy 2020: Noah W The Head teacher’s Award is given in recognition of the demonstration of the key learner values which we hold dear at Copley Junior School. These include academic endeavour, cheerfulness, getting fully involved in school life, integrity, showing a good example to and caring for others and enjoying all that the school offers.

Head teacher’s Award 2020: Emma H and Eric B We wish all our pupils continued success as they start at their new secondary schools.

We look forward to sharing more school news next month.

Best wishes, E.A. Crayton Head teacher

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07795387937 Local RSPCA re-opens!

Following the lifting of certain lockdown restrictions we are delighted that we can now offer an appointment only service at our Animal Centre for potential adopters to meet the animals in our care. We have new processes in place – please see our website rspcadoncasterrotherham.org.uk – to protect the health and safety of the animal, adopters and our team.

The other good news is that our charity shops at Rossington and Thorne are open for business and Bawtry and Maltby open August 1st. We are happy to accept donations from all of your decluttering during lockdown!

With the current situation we are seeing an increase in stray and abandoned animals being brought into our care, many requiring veterinary treatment or additional support.

Throughout lockdown, our Animal Centre team has worked hard to provide care for many vulnerable animals.

Like many organisations, things have been tough here at RSPCA Doncaster, Rotherham and District Branch over the past couple of months. We recently wrote about how our income had reduced by 95% due to the COVID 19 pandemic. We have been overwhelmed by the response and generosity of our supporters but there is a long way still to go.

There are many ways to help us deliver our mission to rehome and rehabilitate animals during this time including donating cash or goods, sponsoring us through our Safe Haven programme, leaving a legacy, and at the Animal Centre we have a pet supplies store on site for all your requirements. We also provide a pet cremation service and a memorial garden for your beloved pets. To donate £5, text ‘RSPCADRB’ to 70085.

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SPROTBROUGH COMMUNITY LIBRARY We have applied to The Council to be able to open from Monday 27th July but are still awaiting approval.

Be reassured that we are doing our utmost to move closer to returning to serving the Community.

We are working alongside DMBC corporate landlord and The Library Service to create an environment which is safe for all our library users.

Please keep your eye on our website and local facebook hubs which will be updated when we know what and when we are able to offer our services to you.

When we do open it will initially be a reduced hours service Monday 11- 2pm Wednesday 3pm – 6pm and Friday 11am – 2pm Central Library are currently offering a click and collect service from The Old Central Library site in Doncaster.

If you are able to offer any time to support the library as a volunteer or as part of FOSL (Friends of Sprotbrough Library] as we move towards re-opening please don’t hesitate to contact us on 07852290984 or speak to any volunteer that you may be familiar with.

A huge thank you to one of our most treasured volunteers, our Storyteller, Mrs Joan Bradley, who will not be continuing in this role as we re-open. She has had a positive impact on so many children through our storytelling and activities sessions and will be sadly missed in this role. Joan will continue to create the wonderful displays in the library.

We therefore appeal for someone who would be willing to lead this role in the future.

To discuss this possibility or other volunteering roles please contact Maureen O’Brien 07852290984 Tel: 01302 782436 Sprotbrough Rd., Doncaster, DN5 8BA

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What’s On In Sprotbrough?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Mon

Rainbows

Scout Barn in Sprotbrough Village

Time 5.30pm

Mon

Rising 2’s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.30am

Mon

Rising 2’s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

12.30- 3.00pm

Mon

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.15-7.45pm

Mon

Beavers (6-7yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.00-7.30pm

Mon

French Conversation Group

Sprotbrough Community Library

6.00—8.00pm

Mon

Seniors ‘Dancercise’ Keep fit class

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

10.15—11.15am

Mon

Adult Ballroom/Latin Dance

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

2pm –3.30pm

Mon

Adult Ballroom/Latin Dance class

St Mary’s Church Hall, Sprotbrough

7.15-8.45pm

Mon

Scottish Country Dancing (term time)

The Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

7.45—9.45pm

Tue

Sprotbrough Starz

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-11am

Tue

Coffee Morning (Term time only)

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

10.30-11.30am

Tue

Tuesday Club

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.30-4.00pm

Tue

Painting Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

2.00-4.00pm

Tue

Dancing

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.00-7.00pm

Tue

Story time & Activities (term time)

Sprotbrough Library

1pm—2pm

Tue

Cubs (8-10yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.30-8.00pm

Tue

Cubs 'Kestrels' (8-10yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

6.45-8.15pm

Wed

Rising 2’s Playgroup

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.30am

Wed

Sprotbrough Park Playtime (term time)

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30-11am

Wed

Sequence Dance—Ian Sadler

Royal British Legion

1pm –3.30pm

Wed

Story Time & Activities Alternate weeks

Sprotbrough Library

1.30pm—2.30pm

Wed

Dancing

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.00-7.00pm

Wed

Taekwondo

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

6.00-7.00pm

Wed

Sequence Dance Club

St Mary’s Church Hall

7.30pm—10pm

Wed

Cubs 'Falcons' (8-10yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

6.45-8.15pm

Wed

Scouts (11-14yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.00-9pm

Thurs

Coffee Morning

The Stable, Main Street, Sprotbrough

10—11.30am

Thurs

Little tykes (childminders drop in)

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15—11.00am

Thurs

Thursday Club

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.30-4.00pm

Thurs

Dancing Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

4.45-8.45pm

Thurs

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.00-7.30pm

Thurs

Yoga Class

St Marys Church Hall

7—8.30pm

Thurs

Beavers (6-7yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

5.30-6.30pm

Thurs

Scouts (11-14yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

7.00-9.15pm

Thurs

Explorer Scouts (14-18yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.30-9.30pm

Fri

Sprotbrough Starz

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-11am

Fri

Tea Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.00-4.00pm

Sat

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30—10.30pm

Sat

Dancing Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-3.15pm

Sun

Sunday Club

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

10am—11am

Sun

t-Time, Crafts, bible stories and more

St Marys Church Hall

4—5pm—check hall for dates

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What’s on in Warmsworth?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

Monday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

9.05am-3.05pm

Tuesday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

9.05am-3.05pm

Tuesday

Rainbows

Warmsworth Community Centre

6pm-7pm

Tuesday

Brownies

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

6pm-7.30pm

Tuesday

Ladies Club

Warmsworth Community Centre (New Hall)

7pm-9pm

Wednesday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

9.05am-3.05pm

Thursday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

9.05am-3.05pm

Thursday

Dancing Class

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

4pm-9pm

Thursday

Watercolours

Warmsworth Community Centre (New Hall)

10am-12 noon

Friday

Warmsworth Pre School

Warmsworth Community Centre (Front Hall)

9.05am-3.05pm

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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 Tuesday

Jigsaw Puzzle library & Coffee

The Stable, main Street, Sprotbrough

9.30—11.30am

1st & 3rd Wednesday

Knit & Natter Club

The Stable, Main St, Sprotbrough

2—4pm

2nd Tuesday

Sprotbrough WI

St Mary’s Church Hall

7.30—9.30pm

2nd Monday

Ladies Club Committee

Warmsworth Community Centre (New Hall)

7pm-9pm

2nd Monday

Parish Council meeting

Warmsworth Community Centre (New Hall)

7pm-9pm

1st Thursday

Warmsworth WI

Warmsworth Community Centre

7—9pm

2nd Monday

Ward Councillors Surgery

Warmsworth Community Centre (New Hall)

6—7pm

1st Tuesday

Warmsworth & Edlington Lions Club

The Holiday Inn, Warmsworth, DN4 NUX

7pm

3rd Wednesday

Warmsworth Neighbourhood Watch

Cricket Club

7pm

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