Guided Walk:  Railway Heritage of Potteric Carr

From the mid-19th Century, the railway network expanded and developed immensely throughout Britain, reflecting the national industrial changes just like those taking place in and around Doncaster. We will see how the railways grew, what changes they made to the landscape and how they indirectly preserved the remnant flora and fauna that had existed in parts of the local area for millennia. An accidental partnership of railways and reserves resulting in the beautiful site we have today.

Timings

Wednesday 16 September:

10am to 12pm

Location & directions

Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Mallard Way, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8DB

Directions:

Public transport: Regular buses run from the Frenchgate Interchange in Doncaster to Lakeside and the White Rose Way. Alight by B&Q, opposite Onecall and cross the White Rose Way at the traffic lights. The nearest train station is Doncaster. By car: Coming from Doncaster take the White Rose Way (A6182), at the roundabout follow the directions for the M18. Potteric Carr Nature Reserve is signposted. From the A1 (southbound) come off at Junction 35 for the M18, then take Junction 3 towards Doncaster and follow signs for the A6182 (White Rose Way). At the first set of lights you reach, turn right into Mallard Way. Park at the visitor centre car park.

Contact on day:

Lily Lomas O'Neill (Events and Experiences Officer)

Telephone number:

+441904916351

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Unfortunately, we cannot take extra people on these guided walks without a booking. If an event is cancelled, we will let you know by email if over 48 hours in advance or if under 48 hours then we will attempt to let you know by phone with a follow-up email.

Booking contact name:

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Events Team

Booking website:

https://www.ywt.org.uk/events/2026-09-16-guided-walk-railway-heritage-potteric-carr

Alternative booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/guided-walk-railway-heritage-of-potteric-carr-tickets-1992558664604?aff=oddtdtcreator

Booking opens:

17 Jul 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

15 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Additional information

Max number of people:

10

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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