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First of all, have you got a copy of Rotherham’s FREE cycle map? If not, then go and collect one from your local library or visitor information centre.
Please find below some local suggested routes
Aston - Shireoaks
Maltby to Tickhill
Rother Valley to Hollingwood Lock
Wath to Wentworth Castle along the TPT
Great sites to create your own Maps
Bike Hike
http://www.bikehike.co.uk/mapview.php
For anyone wanting to create or view routes on either Google or Ordnance Survey maps (UK only). Also shows elevation data
Bing Maps
http://www.bing.com/maps/
Bing also has the capability to map routes and view maps with an Ordnance Survey layer, as well as your standard map view, birds eye view and satellite view.
Google Maps
https://maps.google.co.uk/
When you want a really quick cycle map, google is the way to do it. Type in your start location and destination as normal, but you can now click the method of transport as cycling.
Live Mapping via your Smart Phone
If you have a smart phone, why not download one of these great apps to map your rides. You download them to your smartphone via apple’s app store or your android or google play system, and then create a free account. Once installed, you can simply press ‘go’ and it tracks your cycling route via GPS. Once finished your ride, press ‘stop’ and when you log in online via the app’s website, you can view your map and statistics from your ride. Take a look a these suggested app’s:
Endomondo
www.endomondo.com
Endomondo is a sports community based on free real-time GPS tracking of cycling and other sports (running, walking etc). Bring your mobile on the track and get a complete training log!
Strava
www.strava.com
Track all your runs and rides, set personal records and beat your friends' times. Enter virtual competitions, climb the leaderboards, create and join clubs
Old Moor Cycle Rides
Every Saturday
Meet at 10.30am for an 11.00am start.
Rides are 2 hours or 10 miles in length and take in all the wonders that the Dearne Valley has to offer.
Where possible our rides avoid the roads using the Trans Pennine Trail to access the valley.
Bike hire is available or you can bring your own. Rides are charged at £2 per person and booking is essential.
To book please phone 01226 7515943 or for more info email: craig.hartley@rspb.org.uk.
General Info
Situated right at the heart of the Dearne Valley, Old Moor is a wonderful place to come and watch wildlife. The skies, fields and open water are teeming with birds throughout the year.
In the summer the grasslands are ablaze with butterflies and orchids, and you’ll be able to see newly-hatched ducklings. In winter the reserve is an important stopping-off point for ducks, geese and swans - plus 8,000 golden plovers!
There are lots of events, guided walks and family activities, as well as home-cooked food in the café and a well-stocked shop. The reserve is a great day out for young and old alike.
Plan to spend up to three hours for a good visit to the reserve, or longer if you want to sample our home cooking in the café. All paths are accessible, but sensible shoes are best to make the most of your walk around the reserve. Whilst we do have shelter in the hides, the shop and café, it is advised to bring a mac if the weather looks inclement.
Opening times
The visitor centre and cafe are open daily, except Christmas Day and Boxing Day, 9.30 am to 5 pm from February to end of October, 9.30 am to 4pm November to end of January. The reserve is also open until 8 pm from April to October.
Entrance charges
It's free for RSPB members. Adult £4, Family £8, children £2, concessions £2.50. Free access from Old Moor to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council 'Passport to Leisure' and 'Rothercard' cardholders.
Information for families
Children can have fun on the climbing frames, swings and slide in the 'Kids Go Wild' adventure playground. There are also Wildlife Explorer backpacks available for hire. These contain bug jars, binoculars and guide books to help children get the most out of their visit.
Information for dog owners
No dogs allowed (except registered assistance dogs) on Old Moor, but they are allowed on our satellite sites. Directions to these sites can be obtained from our visitor centre staff.
For more information on RSPB Old Moor please follow the link below.
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/d/dearne-oldmoor/index.aspx
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