Domesday Villages Walk - Saturday 2nd February

Description
Kiveton Meaning ‘settlement in the hollow’, this village has existed since the Doomsday Book of 1086
Todwick Our second Doomsday village, there has been a village here since the time of the Norman Conquest.The name has varied many times over the centuries, being called Taewic,Toddwyke and Todewyk.
South Anston Our final village on the walk appears in the Doomsday Book as Litelanstan, and is thought to
be an original Anglo-Saxon settlement.The name Anston is thought to mean ‘a stone’, and there has been a great deal of quarrying in the area, with one still operating in the present day.


Come along and visit these three ancient villages on this relatively flat walk which is packed with interest. You’ll also visit ancient lanes, open farmland and enjoy excellent far-reaching views on this straightforward route which uses easy to follow footpaths and bridleways.

This walk is 5 miles


Details

Start time: 11.15
Parking: On Street
Meeting point: Kiveton Bridge Railway Station
Refreshments and Toilets:
Public transport: Trains (10.33 from Meadowhall arrives Kiveton Bridge 11.01)
For Buses please visit sypte.co.uk
Map Reference: SK4882/Postcode S31 8QP
Walk Leaders: Tiddlywink & Mrs Dj

Additional information
If you are planning on joining this walk please post in this thread so that the walk leader knows to expect you.
Anyone who is able to offer lifts, could they put this in their post. Any passengers receiving a lift to a walk, please offer £3.50 to the driver to cover fuel costs.
Passengers please note that the driver may wish to join the rest of the group for a drink after the walk, so please bear this mind
Please note there is a £2 one off registration fee for new members

*Important*
Due to the time of year, please check this thread incase of adverse weather conditions.
If you can not make the walk or you are running late, please phone or text the walk leader.

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