Sprotbrough Flash — Attraction in Doncaster

This was my first visit to sprotbrough flash and I really enjoyed the visit. The main path is accessible to wheel chairs and buggies as are the hides and the viewing screen. The main path runs between the river Don and the lake. We decided to come off the main path and cut up through the woods which was beautiful and the path took us up the side of a farmers field and the views from there were beautiful. We took our dog and she really enjoyed it. Dogs must be kept on a lead in certain protected areas of the reserve. The path eventually brings you back out to the boat inn where you can get something to eat and drink. There are many more paths to explore so we will definitely be visiting again. Only downside is the car park is too small but luckily there are a few lay bys to park in. Also no toilets and not enough...

A nice pleasant walk along the canal. Best to park near the Boat Inn pub. There are some spaces just down from the crossing.

There's 2 hides for viewing the reserve itself which are accessed from the path. But you can have a much longer stroll along the path either to Doncaster or to Conisbrough viaduct, Denaby Ings and further along the trans Pennine trail. Or you can go in a circuit like i did. Just stick to the trail and don't go over fields. Some steps in places

PS I tried to get to where the old rail bridge goes over the road but some boulders have been dropped into the former rail cutting. So guess it's either no go or find...

This is an outstanding area of beauty, situated along the Don gorge at the side of Sprotborough Falls. I walk or ride along the Don on the TPT (Trans Penine Trail) quite often with my partner and the dogs and pass the Flash. It's a place that's beautiful no matter what time of year. In the summer this year we spotted the local king fisher. He/she was sat on a post not 20 yards away looking around with not a care in the world. If you're in the area be sure to go. After a nice walk you can always pop into The Boat Inn for a bite to eat and maybe...