NOVEMBER CAFE DAY
There was lovely sunny weather for the annual Fungi Walk, led by local expert Ziggy, at the November Cafe Day. Visitors also had an opportunity to make a Christmas wreath with help from Sue Walker
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November 21, 2022 by Admin
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August 28, 2022 by Admin
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Willow Emerald Damselfies Found at Ulley
A once rare species of damselfly – Willow Emerald, has been found in Ulley Country Park. This mating pair was photographed beside the pond-dipping pond on 23rd August and hopefully will lead to a colony on site next year. Willow Emeralds were, until about five years ago, only recorded in
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August 22, 2022 by Admin
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AUGUST CAFE DAY
There was lovely weather for the Friends Cafe Day encouraging a large number of visitors to the Park to enjoy the homemade cakes and refreshments in the Visitors Centre. A visit from Leanimals Mobile Zoo was very popular with younger visitors who had the opportunity to get up close and
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August 22, 2022 by Admin
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PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION 2022
The Friends of Ulley Country Park are holding the annual competition for the best photograph taken in the Park during 2022. Entries can be submitted by e-mail to friendsofulleycountrypark@gmail.com Prizes for the best 3 photographs voted on in November from a shortlist drawn up by the Committee. 1st prize £40
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July 22, 2022 by Admin
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JULY CAFE DAY
The weather forecast of a heatwave certainly reduced the number of visitors at the July Cafe Day. Although the temperature did rise considerably during the day the air conditioning in the Visitors Centre kept the building cool for customers and staff. There was an enthusiastic audience for the last ever
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July 11, 2022 by Admin
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Weekend of Discovery July 2022
The Weekend of Discovery in Ulley Country Park was a great success with lots of visitors, many coming for the first time. The Friends are grateful to all the exhibitors, professional artists, schools, RMBC Rangers team and all the volunteers who supported the event. In particular the event would not
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May 17, 2022 by Admin
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MAY CAFE DAY
South Yorkshire Police Band gave two rousing performances in The Spillway at the Friends Cafe Day on the 15th of May in unexpected glorious sunshine. Pebble painting enjoyed by many visitors, both young and not so young! The tombola held for Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, organised by Eileen Blades, raised
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April 24, 2022 by Admin
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APRIL CAFE DAY
A lovely sunny day brought a large number of visitors to Ulley Country Park, making April the most successful Cafe Day since the pandemic struck. Woodhouse Community choir gave two delightful performances on the balcony to the Visitors Centre making for a very enjoyable day for everyone.
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March 26, 2022 by Admin
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MARCH CAFE DAY
Glorious weather for the March Cafe Day led to a large number of visitors, making it the most successful day since we started up again after Covid restrictions were lifted. Thanks to all our regular customers and a lot of new faces who enjoyed the homemade soup and cakes. The
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March 10, 2022 by Admin
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NATURE RECOVERY IN ROTHERHAM
The Friends of Ulley have signed up to support the Nature Recovery in Rotherham campaign being led by the local Wildlife Trust If you want to know more about it, you can visit the website here: https://www.rotherhamclimateaction.co.uk/nature-recovery Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust also have lots of actions and how-to guides for
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