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Explore Phoenix Park, incorporating Thunscoe Community Woodland
(Average user rating: 5 unrated 4.4/5)

The site is owned by The Land Trust and managed by the Forestry Commission

Phoenix Park is a hidden gem nestled between the towns of Thurnscoe and Goldthorpe in South Yorkshire.

What was once the slagheap for Hickleton main colliery has been transformed into a wonderful community woodland for all to enjoy.

The site can be enjoyed whether you are walking, cycling or horse riding. There are a number of features to view including a climbing wall, calved farmyard animals, a maze, and an art gallery designed by a local youth group.

The site is also home to an abundance of wildlife that thrives on the diversity of habitats that are present on site.


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What do other visitors say?

5 Stars 5 Stars

just what the doctor ordered. great views, well developed open space. enjoyed our walk. will visit again.

nivekkellog, 28/May/2011
5 Stars 5 Stars

great place for keeping healthy.. its a hill, so it will get the legs going.i saw a muntjac deer last week. also great place to socialise your dog..i love it.....

richard, 23/Mar/2011
3 Stars 3 Stars

NIce place but full of dog muck

Jeff, 21/Nov/2010
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What's Here?

  • Arts
  • Cycling
  • Educational
  • Orienteering
  • Picnic
  • Walking
  • Viewpoint

Location

OS Grid ref: SE 465 054

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Contact

South Yorkshire Community Rangers

01623 822 447
enquiries.sherwood@­forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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