Brinsworth and Catcliffe History Group 

The Brinsworth and Catcliffe History Group has been meeting monthly since 2006, on the second Wednesday, at The Centre, Brinsworth Lane at 6.30 pm.

Past talks from guest speakers have included the Chapel on the Bridge, Vikings, glass making and the history of Rotherham. Future talks will be covering Jack the Ripper, Firbeck Hall and noted Brinsworth families.

The group has been involved in a number of visits and projects including several archaeological digs, looking for the Roman road in Brinsworth and Tinsley, and visits to Weston Park museum’s archive to look at the Bronze Age canoe.

The group has also visited Sheffield archives to view the court rolls dating back to the 14^th Century, and met the Sheffield University PhD student transcribing them. Other visits undertaken have been to Cresswell Craggs and Blackburn Meadows power station. 

Susan Kahler from the group said: "We also take part in the Rotherham Minster local heritage day held yearly in April, and also the Catcliffe Heritage Day - a very popular day for the community held in September. We would love to welcome more people to join us - they will be assured of a warm welcome, and we will make sure you have a cup of tea and a biscuit!"

For further information contact Arnie Ayres 01709364089 or email  airsy12@tiscali.co.uk

Brighten up Brinsworth 

Brinsworth Parish Council, The Centre and Rotherham Council's Neighbourhoods team have  worked together to brighten up Brinsworth with festive lights and events. 

Lights have been put up around the village and Christmas trees hung from the lamposts to give a festive feel.

The celebrations started in the grounds of St Mary's Church on Friday 6th December, where residents gathered in front of a Nativity scene to sing carols, followed by a candle light walk back to the centre. 

The grand switch on was performed by the three winners of the school bauble competition. The Christmas market provided a whole variety of festive goodies, and a disco and fairground rides were available for families to enjoy.

The group are now busy making plans for next year's Christmas event! Anyone with ideas and suggestions, or who want to be part of the planning, please contact the Parish Council or email mandy.ardron@rotherham.gov.uk 

Afternoon Tea Celebration

The Chapel Walk Community group held a special afternoon tea to celebrate the completion of the centre's make over.

The group have worked in partnership with Rotherham Council and South Yorkshire Rehabilitation Company to carry out a revamp of the centre.

The event was well attended, with around 35 people taking part. Jackie, a group member and local resident said: "We are so pleased with how the centre looks now. It is bright and fresh and a pleasure to be in. It has brightened spirits and has also attracted new members to the group. We are really grateful to everyone who helped us achieve this".

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