Dinnington was once home to the thriving Dinnington colliery, which closed in 1992 with the loss of 1,000 jobs. Since regeneration through the National Coalfields Programme, Dinnington has been transformed into a thriving hub for both community and nature.
The wonderful variety of habitats, including woodland, wetland and meadows make this an exceptional place to explore, with a bird hide overlooking the wetland area offering the opportunity to see the masses of interesting birds that visit the site with a bit of help from local experts, including little plover, peregrine falcon, redshank and hobby.
Open access
An extensive network of footpaths comprised mainly of non-bonded crushed material. Most are in excess of 2.5 metres wide, but there are narrower trails through wooded areas which are unsurfaced. Paths vary in gradient from flat to 1:10 or steeper. There are a limited number of seating areas at varied intervals throughout the woodland, most in excess of 500m apart. Access onto site is through access control barriers which permit motorised buggies.
Maintained footpaths
Dogs welcome
The Conservation Volunteers (TCV)
Church Lane,
Dinnington,
Rotherham,
S25 4DY
