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Welcome to the NCCA Newmillerdam Community and Conservation Association website. We're committed to making our village a lovely place for both residents and visitors alike.
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DUCK FEST 2017 !!!
Duck Fest 2017 will soon be in full swing. We've got organised fun runs (Quacky Races!), the 'Scare Ducks' competition returns for a second year running (to be judged by the Mayor), and the day of the duck race itself will be held on 15th of July! To get involved or to learn more take a look here in our Events section!
Latest News & Organised Events
12/07/17: Newmillerdam 'Quacky Races!' Fun Run
An evening fun race through the woodland trails of Newmillerdam Park. A looped undulating course starting at the open area around the Arboretum through the woodlands, by the lake and back around the top section of the woods to the finish. Race in association with the annual Newmillerdam Duck Race & Scare Duck Making Competition. Special prize for best duck outfit. Although not compulsory let's see if everyone can get into the Ducktastic spirit. Duck caps at least!
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Starts: 19:00 (Registration at 18:00)
Distance: 5 (APPROX) Kilometres Entry Fee: £8.00 - £10.00 (£2 discount for running club members) Race HQ: Arboretum, Newmillerdam Country Park, Wakefield WF2 6QQ Toilets are available at the entrance to the country park. Parking is available in the main car park. Extra spaces will be made available at the Village Green on School Hill if required. Please note that the course is rough terrain in several sections and extra care should be taken to avoid the risk of tripping and falling. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female. For more information or If you'd like to sign up for the fun run, follow the link below: https://racebest.com/races/newmillerdam-quacky-races-fun-run |
Contact Details:
Vanessa Johnson: jvanessajohnson@sky.com
07967 697224
Newmillerdam: Our Village
Newmillerdam is a village and suburb of Wakefield, in West Yorkshire, England. The name also refers to the lake and country park adjacent to the village. The park is a Local Nature Reserve. Find out more about things to do in and around Newmillerdam on TripAdvisor.com.
Slideshow images kindly provided by Lee Ward
