🌳 Dearne Valley Country Park – Free Family Fun! 🐦
📍 Location: Pontefract Road, Barnsley, S71 1HS
🚗 Parking: Available off Pontefract Road
Just a short walk from Barnsley town centre, this peaceful park stretches 2 miles along the River Dearne – from Hoyle Mill (A61) to Lundwood. 🏞️
🦉 It’s a great spot to see kingfishers and other wildlife all year round.
👣 Perfect for family walks, bike rides, and nature spotting!
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🌳 Explore Rabbit Ings Country Park
🚶♀️ Enjoy peaceful walks with panoramic views, woodland trails, and wetland wildlife. 🐦🌿
🐰 Spot the giant rabbit carved into the hillside – created with help from 192 local schoolchildren!
📍 Lund Hill Lane, Royston, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 4BB
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🌿 Family Day Out at Carlton Marsh Nature Reserve
🕊️ Discover a hidden gem full of wildlife, with open woodland, grassy meadows, and peaceful wetland areas – perfect for curious little explorers! 🐞🌳🦋
🚶♀️ Stroll along the old railway path beside Cudworth Dyke for great views and nature spotting.
🕒 We recommend spending half a day here – there’s plenty to see and do!
🍽️ Pack a picnic! There’s a lovely area with benches and tables where families can relax and enjoy lunch together. 🧺🥪🍎
📍 Weetshaw Lane, Cudworth, Barnsley, S71 3HL
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