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Known for
The South Yorkshire coalfield heritage, the Don Valley setting, and a Rotherham community between Rotherham and Mexborough
A little history
Rawmarsh grew as a mining community in the South Yorkshire coalfield. The town has strong working-class roots and community identity. The Don Valley provides walking and cycling routes nearby.
Rotherham is close for wider amenities. The Don Valley walking. The community has strong local identity.
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Frequently asked questions
Rawmarsh is a place in South Yorkshire known for the South Yorkshire coalfield heritage, the Don Valley setting, and a Rotherham community between Rotherham and Mexborough. Rawmarsh grew as a mining community in the South Yorkshire coalfield. The population is around 15,000.
The town has local cafes and food. Rotherham is close for wider food choice.
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Roam covers Rawmarsh and the surrounding area in South Yorkshire, including Parkgate, Swinton, Wath upon Dearne, Mexborough, Conisbrough, Kilnhurst, Bramley and Hooton Roberts.