Mexborough & Swinton Times – Friday 15 August 1890
Notes From Conisborough.
The Rev. Canon Bulstrode commenced his duties last Sunday week at the Parish Church. He is an able preacher, and no doubt will draw large congregations during his stay.
Conisborough has all at once become famous for its boating facilities. Boats without number can be obtained at Mr. Booth’s sickle works, by which you can row as far as three miles amidst the most lovely scenery. Above the locks boats can be obtained for sailing on the Mexborough side of Conisborough. It is needless to add that large numbers of visitors avail themselves of such a special treat.
Judging from a survey recently took of the castle and the grounds, it is quite evident that the ancient place is now looked after as such an old relic deserves. The walks, walls, and all parts of the castle betoken that much care has been bestowed on them recently. No wonder that the castle grounds should be such a popular resort, everything being now done that is possible for the convenience and comfort of visitors by Mr. Halliwell, the courteous caretaker.
On Thursday week. through the generosity of the firm, the workmen employed by Messrs. G. Booth and Sons, sickle manufacturers, Conisborough, had an excursion to Blackpool. About forty of the employee went and were accompanied by Mr. G. Booth, jun. The train arrived at Blackpool about 10 o’clock, and the men making the Talbot their head-quarters, saw and thoroughly enjoyed the sights of this popular watering place. They returned thanks for the firm’s generosity. The party reached Conisborough about midnight, having had a day of thorough enjoyment.