4.2/5)In its day, Bentley Colliery was an important focal point for the communities surrounding Bentley, but the closure of the pit in 1993 presented an opportunity to transform the site into a resource for all of the community to enjoy.
The site is a mixture of deciduous and coniferous woodland which offers colour and variety throughout the year. A unique 12-hectare wetland is an important feature of site, hosting a variety of wildfowl and seasonal migrants.
The waymarked trails around the site are perfect for walking, cycling, horse riding and watching wildlife.
Bentley Community Woodland is a beautiful 93 hectare site on what was previously the industrial and inaccessible slagheap for Bentley Colliery.
How to get there:
Doncaster is the nearest town or village.
By Car
From Doncaster, follow the A19 signposted Selby.Continue on the A19 to Bentley.
As you drive through Bentley you will come to a mini-roundabout, take the second exit, signposted Arksey.
Follow this road for a few hundred yards and take the 3rd turning on the left onto The Avenue.
Follow The Avenue all the way to the end, approximately 1mile, and you will see the Forestry Commission Green Barrier in front of you. The Car Park is located on the left hand side of the road.
OS Grid Reference: SE 571 074
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info
Start your visit from:
The Avenue entrancePlease tell us about your visit
Please email us at enquiries.sherwood@forestry.gsi.gov.uk if you have an enquiry or would like a reply to your comments.
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