Welcome to Askern

Askern is a small town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England. The town has a population of around 5,000 people and is situated approximately 8 miles north-east of Doncaster. Askern has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and it was once a thriving mining town. Today, the town is known for its beautiful countryside, friendly community, and excellent transport links.

One of the main attractions in Askern is the Askern Lake, which is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and picnicking. The lake is surrounded by beautiful greenery and is home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, swans, and geese. The lake is also a great place to go for a walk or a jog, and there are several footpaths and trails that lead around the lake and through the surrounding countryside.

Another popular attraction in Askern is the Askern Miners Welfare Club, which is a social club that has been serving the community for over 100 years. The club offers a range of activities and events, including live music, bingo, and quiz nights. The club also has a bar and restaurant, which serves a variety of food and drinks. The Askern Miners Welfare Club is a great place to meet new people and get involved in the local community.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9°C

Feels Like: 5.7°C

Wind: 15.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Askern Moss Road Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Carol Ann Turner	Moss Road Askern Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 0NE 1302700287 School Website
Spa Academy Askern Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Anderson	Sutton Road Askern Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 0AQ 1302700332 School Website
Askern Littlemoor Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Carol-Ann Turner	Alfred Road Askern Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 0PZ 1302701353 School Website
Norton Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Andrea Tunney	Campsall Balk Norton Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 9DG 1302700303 School Website
Norton Infant School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Andrea Tunney	Campsall Balk Norton Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 9DG 1302700743 School Website
Campsmount A Co Operative Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Ian Midgley	Ryecroft Road Norton Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 9AS 01302700002 School Website
Owston Park Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Vicky Stinson	Lodge Road Skellow Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 8PU 1302722271 School Website
Carcroft Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty Atherton	Owston Road Carcroft Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 8DR 1302722353 School Website
Kirk Smeaton Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Cuddy	Main Street Kirk Smeaton Pontefract North Yorkshire WF8 3JY 01977620497 School Website
Toll Bar Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Bower	Askern Road Toll Bar Doncaster South Yorkshire DN5 0QR 01302874324 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Adwick Church Lane, Adwick-Le-Street, South Yorkshire, DN6 7AJ 2.86 Miles

Kirk Sandall Sandall Lane, Kirk Sandall, South Yorkshire, DN3 1LL 4.59 Miles

Bentley (South Yorkshire) Church Street, Bentley, South Yorkshire, DN5 0BE 4.91 Miles

Hatfield And Stainforth Station Road, Hatfield, South Yorkshire, DN7 4EQ 5.63 Miles

South Elmsall Station Road, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, WF9 2HP 5.73 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Dream Cars 01302 709525 Gordon Villas, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 0JY 0.14 Miles
Green Travel 01302 702005 Castle Dene, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 0NJ 0.45 Miles
Am Pm Cabs 01302 708180 14 Manor Way, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 0AJ 0.55 Miles
Ashleigh Private Hire 01302 702857 31 Arundel Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 9ET 1.41 Miles
Carcroft Private Hire 01302 721146 Rydal Rd, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 8QH 2.37 Miles
Ashy's Mini Cabs 01302 728913 28 Beech Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 8HT 2.68 Miles
Hol-Dan Cabs 07903 981117 2 Hawthorne Crescent, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN6 8HU 2.72 Miles
Ex-Zec Executive Chauffeur Travel 01302 820137 25.Limbreck Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 0HR 4.54 Miles
Tyson Limousines 01302 787878 Sherwood House/Green Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7UY 4.91 Miles
Micks Mini Cabs 01302 820282 29 High Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 0AA 4.92 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Askern Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Moss Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Churchfield Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sutton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Campsall Po Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Campsall Estate D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Endnorton D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norton Po Box Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Owston D3 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The White Wings Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	The White Wings Centre Spa Pool Road Askern Doncaster DN6 0HZ
The White Wings Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	The White Wings Centre Spa Pool Road Askern Doncaster DN6 0HZ
The White Wings Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	The White Wings Centre Spa Pool Road Askern Doncaster DN6 0HZ
The Lakeside Practice 01302 700212	The Lakeside Practice Spa Pool Road, Askern Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 0HZ
Askern Medical Practice 01302 700378	The Askern Medical Centre The White Wings Centre Askern, Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 0HZ

Local Stores

Askern
Selby Road
Askern
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN6 0EP
01302 707858
shop.4589@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.09 miles

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SPAR Askern
Selby Road
Askern
Doncaster
DN6 0EP
01302700197
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Petmedic
Pet Medic 3 Mill Lane Adwick-Le-Street Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 7AG 01302 337 838 gillian@petmedic.biz 3.27 miles
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Arundell Veterinary Care
Hall Villa Veterinary Surgery 16 Hall Villa Lane Tollbar Doncaster South Yorkshire DN5 0LH 01302 822083 clinic@arundellvetcare.com 3.34 miles
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Vets Now Doncaster
Unit 2 Station Retail Park Doncaster Road Kirk Sandall Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 1SE 01302 215652 doncasterclinic@vets-now.com Website 4.79 miles
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Arundell Veterinary Care
Unit 2-4 Station Retail Park Kirk Sandall Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 1HE 0130 636177 surgery@arundellvetcar.com Website 4.89 miles

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Rase Vets
Amersall Road Scawthorpe Doncaster DN5 9PQ 01302 499559 info@rasevets.com Website 5.01 miles


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Equine Veterinary Centre
Gap Farm Moorhouse Doncaster South Yorkshire DN6 7HA 01977 652280 equinevetcentre@hotmail.com Website 5.09 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Frickley Country Park
Lots Of Different Routes, Mainly Pathed Out To Follow. Great Walk For The Dogs, Can Get Muddy When It’S Been Raining. Pontefract Lancashire 5.76 miles Parking Off Doncaster Road

Location what3words brochure.responses.milder

Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons. Rabbit Ings Country Park Shafton 11.40 miles

Location what3words scribble.committee.negotiators

Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways! La Terrazza The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6QL 12.68 miles Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.

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Walton Colliery Nature Park
This Is A Great Place To Walk Dogs In All Weather! There Are A Number Of Different Routes You Can Take Around The Park, There Are A Couple Of Lakes/Ponds Which Do Have Ducks/Geese But There Are Still Plenty Of Spots Where The Dogs Can Get In For A Swim. Sunday Is A Popular Day For Horse Riders So Something To Watch Out For. The Train Track Is Fenced But Best Use Caution When Walking Past To Ensure Your Dog Doesn’T Get Past. 9 The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6JZ 13.02 miles Free Parking Is Available Wf2 6Nb

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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods. Fox &Amp; Hounds 672 Barnsley Rd Newmillerdam Wakefield WF2 6QQ 14.49 miles

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Worsbrough Mill Country Park
Worsbrough Mill Country Park Covers Over 240 Acres, And Is A Haven For Wildlife. This Easy, Gentle Walk Features The Reservoir And Woodland. The Mill Itself Is A 17 S70 5LL 14.59 miles Worsbrough Mill Is Located Off The A61. From The M1 Follow The Brown Road Signs From Junction 36 Of The M1.

Weather Forecast

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