We are improving Snipe Park Wood!

Every week you can find our environmental experts in this lovely green space, maintaining it for the enjoyment of the community and wildlife.

In 2024 we tackled the persistent flood problems in the area, by removing overgrown vegetation, digging out blocked drains. To launch the improved area, we hosted free children’s play groups for pre-school age children to engage with nature and discover the joys of outdoors play.

We are currently working on a wide range of improvements, including improving pathways, creating wildlife habitats, implementing a wildflower meadow, small construction tasks like building fences, litter picking, and much more.

You can be part of it! We are looking for volunteers who can help us. We are there every Monday 9am – 2pm and you can choose to come ad-hoc or regularly.

We welcome people of all ages and abilities, whether you’re an avid gardener or a brand new enthusiast. Full training, PPE, and light refreshments are provided. We’ll also fully reimburse your transport costs.

Volunteering has many benefits:

πŸ˜„ Being active helps your physical and mental health
πŸ‘‹ Meet new people and being social
πŸƒ Enjoy working outdoors in the fresh air
🀩 See a green space improve before your very eyes
πŸ’š Give back to your community
πŸ‘‰ …and much more!

To see regular updates on the progress at Snipe Park Wood in Harworth & Bircotes, keep an eye on this page or follow us on social media: FacebookX (Twitter) – Instagram

Site address: There are multiple entrances with parking, we recommend Snipe Park Road, Bircotes, DN11 8EF


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Group of young children and blonde man smiling at camera holding bug pots and brushes in outdoor space.
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News

Summer 2024: Snipe Park flood problems to be tackled

From damp shoes and muddy school uniforms to inaccessible footpaths, the persistent flooding at Snipe Park has been a longstanding cause of frustration for residents.

Groundwork Five Counties has teamed up with Bassetlaw District Council to take on the consistent flooding and improve the area.

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Collage of two photos. Left shows overgrown vegetation in green space, the right shows the vegetation cleared and a drain visible.