CISWO, The Coal Mining Charity, is reaching out to residents in Highfields, Doncaster, as the Market Street Field continues to suffer from ongoing vandalism and fly‑tipping issues that are preventing plans to develop the green space for residents.
For many in Highfields, the field is more than just a piece of land; it is a space with potential to bring people together and create something positive for the whole community.
CISWO has spent the last three years investing tens of thousands of pounds to safeguard the site – over £11,000 in the past year alone on security improvements and essential clean‑ups.
Despite these efforts, the charity is still facing repeated incidents, including the recent removal of security bollards designed to stop vehicles accessing the site and causing a safety concern.
Over recent years, CISWO has taken significant steps to try to protect the space and keep residents safe, including:
- Installing new fencing and barriers to manage access
- Working closely with local authorities and enforcement teams
- Regularly clearing debris and blocking unauthorised vehicle entry
But the charity stresses that these issues are caused by a very small minority and that the vast majority of local people care deeply about the future of Market Street Field.
CISWO is asking residents to stand alongside them in protecting the area so that the space can become a much needed safe green space for the community.
CISWO Chief Executive, Nicola Didlock, said:
We know how frustrating and upsetting this situation has been for residents. We share those concerns, and we want the community to know that we are fully committed to tackling the vandalism and fly‑tipping at Market Street Field.
Our priority is to make the site safe for everyone, so we can begin developing long‑term plans that truly benefit the people of Highfields. But we cannot move forward while the site remains vulnerable and unsafe.
CISWO is continuing to work on proposals that could transform the field into a valued asset for local people, a space the whole community can take pride in. But the charity is clear: eliminating the current safety risks must come first.
Residents are urged to report any suspicious behaviour or instances of fly‑tipping by calling 01709 728 115 or emailing mail@ciswo.org.uk. Every report helps protect the site and brings Highfields one step closer to the regenerated community space it deserves.
