Sandall Beat Wood

📍 DoncasterSouth Yorkshire

Doncaster's largest public green space, an ancient wood with an easy-access trail

What’s free

Free entry to the wood and walking trails

About

Sandall Beat Wood is a 64-hectare Local Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest near Doncaster Racecourse, known for its rare insects. Covill's Trail is a two-kilometre circular path suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, and other walks link through to Cantley Park. The Community Environment Centre has toilets on weekdays, with a play area opposite.

Opening times

  • Environment Centre and toilets open Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm

Times can change, so check with the venue before a special trip.

Good to know

Costs to know about: Parking area at the bottom of Sandall Beat Road

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