Would you like to be a Trustee for the Steel Valley Project? We are looking for new trustees to contribute to a sustainable future for our charity. Do you have experience or skills in the following areas: Finance, Communications / PR / Social Media, IT Systems, Community Development, Education or Land Management & Biodiversity. Being … Continue reading Could you be our new trustee ?
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General Manager’s Annual Report
2023-2024 Annual Report 1069 Volunteering hours, 10km of paths improved, 12 hectares of land improvements - just some of the amazing achievements over the past year. The Steel Valley Project has worked with a great range of local community groups including schools, "friends of" groups and members of the local community, who are all striving … Continue reading General Manager’s Annual Report
Big Bike Revival – “Learn to Fix” Workshops & Easy-Going Bike Rides
Has it been a while since you hopped on a bike? Or maybe you're eager to cycle more but feel nervous about being on the road or dealing with a puncture? Is your bike collecting dust and in need of some TLC before you can ride again? If so, join Steel Valley Project for our … Continue reading Big Bike Revival – “Learn to Fix” Workshops & Easy-Going Bike Rides
FIPL – Farming in Protected Landscapes
Bradfield Castle Access Project Work has progressed well over the last few weeks creating new steps and installing gates and handrails for easier access at Bradfield Castle as part of the FIPL (Farming in Protected Landscapes) project. The team began by constructing new steps, removing parts of the existing dry stone walling , before installing … Continue reading FIPL – Farming in Protected Landscapes
Award Winning Volunteers
Members of the Steel Valley Project volunteer team enjoyed a well-deserved night off to celebrate last week. Nominated for the Stocksbridge Town Council Annual Citizens Award, the team were invited to the Stocksbridge Town Hall where they were presented with a certificate and a cheque for £100 by The Mayor, Councillor Mark Whittaker, for their … Continue reading Award Winning Volunteers
Wantley Dragon Guided Walk & Celebration Event
POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER - DATE TO BE CONFIRMED Experience a free guided walk through the beautiful countryside while learning about the legendary Wantley Dragon. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the local area and celebrate a piece of folklore history. Meeting at Parsonage Farm Car Park off Common Lane your guide will take … Continue reading Wantley Dragon Guided Walk & Celebration Event
Wantley Dragon Guided Walk & Celebration Event
Thursday 13th June 11.20am to 2.15pm Meeting point Parsonage Farm Car Park off Common Lane (Tickets available at Eventbrite) Experience a guided walk through the beautiful countryside while learning about the legendary Wantley Dragon. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the local area and celebrate a piece of folklore history. Meeting at Parsonage … Continue reading Wantley Dragon Guided Walk & Celebration Event
The Wantley Dragon lives to fight another day
After several weeks of work to create a new stone sculpture to replace the old wooden head of the dragon which had deteriorated beyond repair, the new face was finally manoeuvred into place in mid March and secured into place at the head of the existing stone wall. Creating a long term replacement to the … Continue reading The Wantley Dragon lives to fight another day
Update on the Natural Flood Management program
After months of continued hard work by the team of staff and volunteers at The Steel Valley Project real progress is being made on a Natural Flood Management (NFM) scheme taking place in the Stocksbridge and Bradfield area. The impact of this project is now being made apparent. The year long NFM project is a … Continue reading Update on the Natural Flood Management program
Steel Valley Project volunteers nominated for an award
Well done to our amazing volunteers who have been nominated to receive the Stocksbridge Town Council's Annual Citizen's Award for 2024. The volunteering team have been nominated for their outstanding work improving the local area for the community. To celebrate they will receive a certificate and gift voucher at the Town Council's Annual Assembly on … Continue reading Steel Valley Project volunteers nominated for an award