Welcome to Rossington

Rossington is a small town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire. The town has a population of around 12,000 people and is situated approximately 6 miles southeast of Doncaster. Rossington has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The town was once a thriving mining community, with several collieries operating in the area until the 1980s.

Despite the decline of the mining industry, Rossington has continued to grow and develop in recent years. The town is home to a number of local amenities, including shops, pubs, and restaurants. There are also several schools in the area, making it a popular choice for families. Rossington is well-connected to the rest of South Yorkshire, with easy access to the M18 motorway and regular bus services to Doncaster and other nearby towns.

One of the main attractions in Rossington is the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, which is located just outside the town. The park is home to over 400 animals from around the world, including lions, tigers, and polar bears. It is a popular destination for families and animal lovers, and has won several awards for its conservation work. Overall, Rossington is a charming town with a rich history and plenty to offer both residents and visitors.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 13.1°C

Feels Like: 12°C

Wind: 7.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Rossington St Michael's Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Cousins	Sheepbridge Lane Old Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0EZ 1302868284 School Website
St Josephs School A Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Natalie Kelly	Bevan Avenue Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0NB 01302868098 School Website
Rossington Tornedale Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Lisa Almunshi	Gattison Lane Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0NQ 01302868387 School Website
Rossington All Saints Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Rob Burton	Bond Street Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0BZ 01302562542 School Website
Pheasant Bank Academy Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Ryan Schofield	West End Lane Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0PQ 01302651039 School Website
Grange Lane Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Chappell	Grange Lane Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0QY 01302651038 School Website
Hatchell Wood Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jeremy Harris	Plumpton Park Road Bessacarr Doncaster South Yorkshire DN4 6SL 1302538108 School Website
Hesley Holdings Limited Special Post 16 Institution Ages:18-25 Head Teacher Mr Richard Webster	Hesley Hall Stripe Road Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 9HH 1302866906 School Website
The Hesley Village College Miscellaneous Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Spekins	Hesley Hall Stripe Road Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 9HH 1302868313
Hayfield Lane Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Louise Tempest	Hayfield Lane Auckley Doncaster South Yorkshire DN9 3NB 01302770427 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Doncaster Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE 4.38 Miles

Bentley (South Yorkshire) Church Street, Bentley, South Yorkshire, DN5 0BE 5.87 Miles

Kirk Sandall Sandall Lane, Kirk Sandall, South Yorkshire, DN3 1LL 5.99 Miles

Conisbrough Station Road, Conisbrough, South Yorkshire, DN12 3DX 6.78 Miles

Hatfield And Stainforth Station Road, Hatfield, South Yorkshire, DN7 4EQ 7.76 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bessicabs 07989 139745 11 Laneham Cl, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 7HX 1.67 Miles
Doncaster And Finningley Airport Taxis 01302 533335 70 Church Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 6QD 1.72 Miles
Ajs Private Hire 01302 771000 22 Hazel Avenue, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 3HE 1.85 Miles
Airports Only 07788 952233 26 St Vincent Ave, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3QR 1.92 Miles
Fare Ladies Taxis 01302 773322 12 Vulcan Mews, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 3EL 2.27 Miles
D P Travel 07747 023017 36 Aldesworth Rd, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 6JT 2.51 Miles
Hertz Car Hire Doncaster Airport 0843 309 3022 Meteor House Robin Hood Airport, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 3RH 3.14 Miles
Richies Classic Cars 07766 539431 Wright Trade Park, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8DE 3.37 Miles
Airport Specialist 01302 835737 12 Granby Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3TP 3.53 Miles
Tofts Travel And Airport Specialists 01302 835482 34 Toftstead, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3DF 3.60 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
St Michaels' Church D3 Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brodsworth Way Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Littleworth D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lansbury Avenue D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clay Flat Lane D3 Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Rossington Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Central Drive D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bond Street D3 Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hadrians Close D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Skipworth Gardens Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West End Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Atlee Avenue D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warnington Drive D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hatchellwood View Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Rossington Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Grange Lane New Rossington Doncaster DN11 0LP
The Rossington Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Grange Lane New Rossington Doncaster DN11 0LP
The Rossington Practice 01302 868421	The Rossington Practice Grange Lane Rossington, Doncaster DN11 0LP
West End Clinic 01302 865865	West End Clinic West End Lane,Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0PQ
Bessacarr Medical Centre 01302 539387	36 Nostell Place Bessacarr Doncaster South Yorkshire DN4 7JA

Local Stores

Rossington
Gattison Lane
New Rossington
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN11 0NH
01302 868605
Store Website
0.57 miles

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SPAR Auckley
Unit 1
Ellers Lane
Auckley
Doncaster
DN9 3HY
01302 771187
Store Website
2.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Rase Veterinary Centre
5A Darnley Buildings Queen Mary'S Road New Rossington Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 0TS Website 0.66 miles

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Two Counties Vets
Nostell Place Stoops Lane West Bessacarr Doncaster South Yorkshire DN4 7JA 01302 535234 twocountiesvets@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.83 miles
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Beechwood Veterinary Hospital
51 Bawtry Road Bessacarr Doncaster South Yorkshire DN4 7AA 01302 534999 contactus@beechwoodvet.co.uk Website 2.53 miles
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Raoul Dowding Vets
The Veterinary Centre Narrow Lane Bawtry Doncaster South Yorkshire DN10 6QJ 01302 711922 enquiries@dowdingvets.com 3.45 miles

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Two Counties Vets
2 Market Place Tickmill Doncaster South Yorkshire DN11 9HT twocountiesvets@hotmail.co.uk Website 3.73 miles

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Arundell Vet Care
3 Albion Place Bennetthorpe Doncaster South Yorkshire DN1 2EG 01302 822083 clinic@arundellvetcare.com 3.84 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 11.64 miles Parking Off Doncaster Road

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Tuetoes Wood
A Lovely Walk With Various Paths And The Benefit Of Onsite Parking. E Ferry Rd Scotter Gainsborough DN21 3QF 13.88 miles What Three Words Location Details Demoted.Exporters.Lined Https://W3w.Co/Demoted.Exporters.Lined

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Whitwell Wood
Amazing Walk For You And Your Furry Babies. 3 Sign Posted Walks, Red, Yellow And Blue Ranging From.75 Miles To 2 Miles. We Walk The Edge Of The Wood Which Is Around 4 Miles That Leads To A Lovely Brook. Quiet, Beautiful Walk With Plenty Of Picnic Table Stops For A Well Earned Cup Of Tea. If You Dont Fancy A Picnic, There Is A Mobile Cafe In The Layby That Does Food And Drinks Mondays -Saturdays. Also 1/2 Mile From The Wood Towards Worksop Is The Half Moon Pub Which Offers Lovely Food And A Pint. Enjoy!! Clinthill Ln Worksop Lancashire S80 3EE 14.38 miles Pass The Turning For Whitwell On The Right And Follow The Road For 1/2 Mile, Park In Layby On The Left And The Entrance To The Wood Is 20Yards Down On The Left

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Clumber Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Clumber Park, In Nottinghamshire. This Walk Takes You Through Woodland And By The Lakeside, Introducing You To Historic Aspects Of The Park. S80 3AZ 14.48 miles Located 4.5 Miles South East Of Worksop, 6.5 Miles South-West Of Retford, 1 Mile From A1/A57, 11 Miles From M1 Exit 30.

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Clumber Park
Nice Long Walk Or A Short Riverside Walk. It Is National Trust. Dogs Can Go Off Lead But Not So On The Heathland As There Are Cattle And Sheep But Those Parts Are Well Fenced Off To Stop Ant Dogs Wandering In Accidentally. Can Go Through With Dogs On Leads. They Have Central Bark Which Is A Dog Friendly Cafe Where Dogs Can Be Either Outside Or Inside After A Good Leg Stretch. Plenty Of Parking Unnamed Road Worksop Lancashire S80 3AZ 14.58 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 17.20 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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Temp	22.3°C	20.5°C	18.5°C	17.1°C	19.7°C	26°C	29.7°C	32.5°C	32.7°C	30.1°C	26.9°C	24.7°C
Feels Like	24.9°C	20.5°C	18.5°C	17.1°C	19.7°C	27.9°C	31.6°C	34.2°C	33.9°C	31.1°C	27.7°C	26°C

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Feels Like	25°C	21.7°C	20.4°C	19.2°C	21.7°C	30°C	34.3°C	35.5°C	34.8°C	31.8°C	29.2°C	23.2°C

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