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SHEFFIELD

WOODS, WALKS & PARKS

Sheffield: List

AGDEN RESERVOIR

Sheffield S6 6LB

A similar but shorter walk to Dam Flask, however not buggy friendly due to rough terrain. Good for off the lead opportunities and exploring in woodland for children.

BEELEY WOODS

Sheffield S6 1QT

Vast woodland but great for peace & quiet. Accessible river spots. Some incline/decline.

BINGHAM PARK & WHITELEY WOODS

Sheffield S11 7FF

Bingham Park is a grassy area high on a hillside with views across the valley, to Ranmoor. A footpath, leaving Rustlings Road serpents the valley bottom towards Whiteley Woods'. The footpath ends at Forge Dam Park. Playground, cafe and toilets.

BOTANICAL GARDENS

Clarkehouse Rd, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2LN

Beautiful gardens to explore with several winding paths.  Much loved by children of all ages is a rare Grade II listed Bear Pit which can be found hidden in the middle. Cafe & Toilets. Roadside parking, chargeable. Take nuts for the squirrels.

BOWDEN HOUSTEDS WOODS

Sheffield, S13

Find the iron man! Great woodland for exploring. Or follow the trail on the leaflet in the link. Buggy friendly. No toilets or cafe.

CHAPELTOWN PARK

Cowley Lane, Chapeltown, S35 1SX

A good open park with a great playground, including 3 slides and a sandpit.

CLIFFE PARK

Princess Rd, Dronfield S18 2XU

Excellent playground and field for toddlers and older children. Not gated so can keep dog close by. Free parking, Cafe and toilets.

CORONATION PARK

Forge Ln, Oughtibridge, S35 0GG

A perfect park for children and dogs. Buggy friendly too. Lots of open fields, grassy areas and a good sized (gated) playground. Ducks nearby for feeding and a stream to paddle. Roadside parking.

DAM FLASK RESERVOIR

The Sands, Low Bradfield S6

Excellent walk around the reservoir, approx 4 miles. Lots of picnic benches, woodland and water to explore. Team with feeding the ducks in the village and lunch at one of the dog friendly pubs. Free parking. Toilets.

ECCLESALL WOODS

Abbey Lane, Sheffield S7 2AW

A large ancient woodland complete with trails, paths and a discovery centre. Car park and toilets.

ECKINGTON WOODS

Eckington S21

Discover a vast array of woodland in a series of walks. No toilets or cafe.

ENDCLIFFE PARK

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Open field, woodland area, stream to paddle, playground, cafe and toilets. Ideal for a day out. Buggy and sling fiendly. Can get quite busy at peak times. Team with a walk to Forge Dam.

GILLFIELD WOODS

Totley, Sheffield

Beautiful area to explore. surrounded by beautiful countryside on all sides. Good walking trails. Great place to take a picnic in nicer weather.

GLEN HOWE PARK

Wharncliffe Side, Sheffield S35 0DG

Excellent woodland area to explore complete with river to paddle. Free car park, small playground nearby and toilets. Team with a countryside walk (click More info for pdf).

GRAVES PARK

Hemsworth Rd, Norton, Sheffield S8 8LJ

No dogs allowed in the farm however a lovely walk around the park and playground leads to a dog friendly cafe. Chargeable parking. Toilets

GREEN OAK PARK

Totley, Sheffield S17 4HB

There is an enclosed playground, basketball/football pitch, wooden statues, a zip line, lots of picnic benches. Plus its all buggy friendly. Roadside parking only.

GRENOSIDE WOODS

Sheffield, S35 8RS

The woods have plenty to offer for families. Wander the tracks, investigate the Enchanted Forest Trail, try out the den building area, or search for the Greno geocache.

HILLSBOROUGH PARK

Parkside Rd, Sheffield S6 2AB

A Sizable park featuring a 19th-century mansion, walled gardens, a fishing lake & a playground.

LANGSETT RESERVOIR

Langsett Barn Car Park, S36 4GY

A good approx 5KM walk around the reservoir. Free car park and toilets.

LONGSHAW ESTATE

Longshaw, Sheffield S11 7TZ

Excellent scenic walks and trails in the peak district. Chargeable parking. Toilets and cafe.

MEERSBROOK PARK

Chesterfield Rd, Meersbrook, Sheffield S8 0RP

It offers stunning views of the city, a secret walled garden and The Bishops House, one of the oldest buildings in Sheffield. Ideal for park and exploring days.

MILLHOUSES PARK

Abbeydale Rd S, Sheffield S7 2QQ

A large parkland with open fields for picnics, playground, boating lake, bike tracks and buggy friendly paths. Chargeable parking. Cafe & Toilets.

MORE HALL RESERVOIR

heffield, S36 3ST

More Hall Reservoir offers a peaceful secluded walk. The access on the northern side of the reservoir is a tarmac road. The access on the south of the reservoir is a wide surfaced path with no stiles or steps. Roadside parking only.

NORFOLK HERITAGE PARK & TRAIL

Guildford Ave, Sheffield S2 2PL

A unique inner city green space consisting of 28 hectares of Grade II* listed historic parkland with fine views over the City of Sheffield. New adventure playground and trails to follow. Cafe and toilets. Free car park.

REDMIRES RESERVOIR

Sheffield S10 4QZ

Redmires Reservoirs are a series of three reservoirs. The reservoirs are situated in stunning open moorland. The path around the south of the reservoir can be muddy in places but there are various benches along the roadside for you to sit and marvel at the landscape. Car park.

RIVELIN VALLEY

72 Rivelin Park Rd, Sheffield S6 5FE

So much to see and eplore here, a firm favourite with our Facebook group. Trails, rivers for paddling, woods, parks and playgrounds. Includes a cafe, toilets and car park. Bugy and sling friendly.

RICHMOND PARK

Hastilar Road South Sheffield S13 8LF

A great community park with lots to offer. Playing fields, rocks to climb, (open) playground, Bike/BMX tracks, picnic benches and buggy friendly.

ROTHER VALLEY COUNTRY PARK

Mansfield Rd, Sheffield
S26 5PQ

A 5km walk around the lake, ideal for dogs and buggy friendly. Includes a playground, cafe, watersports and cycle hire centre. Chargeable parking.

SHEFFIELD MANOR LODGE

Manor Lane, Sheffield S2 1UL

Excellent for History lovers, a former Tudor site. Great outdoors for exploring. Often host family and event days. Cafe and toilets.

SHIREBROOK NATURE RESERVE

Sheffield S13 7BR

A vast area of woodland and trails to explore. Great for kids and dogs. Free car park. Often a nature trail on.

STANNINGTON PARK

Stannington Rd, Sheffield S6 6AH

Open fields and parkland to explore. Pop into the dog friendly cafe for food.

WADSLEY & LOXLEY COMMON

Long Ln, Loxley, Sheffield S6 6SP

Woodland 
More info coming soon

WAVERLEY LAKES

Highfield Ln, Sheffield S60 8AL

Waverley is a vibrant semi-rural community where large areas of the site will be green and attractive public open spaces such as play areas, woodlands and two large lakes set in parkland.

WHIRLOW BROOK PARK

TBC

More info coming soon

WYMING BROOK NATURE RESERVE

Sheffield S10 4QX

Experience a bit of wilderness on the west of Sheffield. This nature reserve has it all - streams, rocks, scenic views and waterfalls. Rough terrain, sling advised.

Cafe au Lait

SHEFFIELD

EATERIES

All suitable for dogs and children

Sheffield: List

519 Ecclesall Rd, Sheffield S11 8PR

Alsop Fields, Sidney Street, Sheffield S1 4RG

CHAPELTOWN TAP HOUSE & GIN BAR

2a Ecclesfield Rd, Chapeltown, Sheffield S35 1TE

73 – 101 Neepsend Ln, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8AT

ENDCLIFFE PARK CAFE

Sheffield S11 7AB

GAARD 2

Sheffield S3 8BX

HOPPER COFFEE BAR AND KITCHEN

647 Ecclesall Road, S11 8PT

JAMS

181 Middlewood Rd, Sheffield S6 4HD

KAFE STANNINGTON PARK

Stannington Park, Uppergate Rd, Sheffield S6 6BX

KOMMUNE

Castle House, Angel St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S3 8LS

137 Oakbrook Rd, Sheffield S11 7EB

LOTTIES COFFEE LOUNGE

Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre, Woodsetts Road, North Anston, Sheffield S25 4EQ

22 Norfolk Row, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2PA

Abbeydale Rd S, Sheffield S7 2QQ

3 Middlewood Rd, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 4GX

631 Ecclesall Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8PT

92 Burton Rd, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8BX

Towngate, High Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6LG

OLD RED LION

Old Red Lion, 210 Main St, Grenoside, Sheffield S35 8PR

231 Oakbrook Rd, Sheffield S11 7EB

95 Ecclesall Rd S, Sheffield S11 9PH

72 Rivelin Park Rd, Sheffield S6 5FE

19-20 South St, Sheffield S2 5QX

STEAM YARD

Division St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4GE

Main Rd, Holmesfield, Dronfield S18 7WT

20-24 Fitzwilliam Gate, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4JH

74 Catley Rd, Darnall, Sheffield S9 5JF

Penny Ln, Totley, Sheffield S17 3AZ

Baslow Rd, Totley, Sheffield S17 4AE

THE DOROTHY PAX

Arch 17, Wharf Street, Victoria Quays, Sheffield S2 5SY

127-129 Devonshire Street, Sheffield, S3 7SB

303 Sharrow Vale Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8ZF

THE MOUNT PLEASANT INN

293 Derbyshire Ln, Norton Lees, Sheffield S8 8SG

665 Abbey Ln, Sheffield S11 9ND

15 Psalter Ln, Nether Edge, Sheffield S11 8YN

Halifax Rd, Thurgoland, Wortley, Sheffield S35 7DB

THREE MERRY LADS

610 Redmires Rd, Sheffield S10 4LJ

41 Boston St, Highfield, Sheffield S2 4QF

VICTORIA JUNCTION

Victoria Quays, S2 5SY

Woodland Discovery Centre, Abbey Ln, Sheffield S7 2QZ

WILDWOOD COFFEE SHOP

Sheffield S1 4JH

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SHEFFIELD

PLACES OF INTEREST

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ABBEYDALE PICTURE HOUSE

387 Abbeydale Rd, Nether Edge, Sheffield S7 1FS

Check out their monthly flea markets which are dog and child friendly

ABBEYDALE MINIATURE RAILWAY

Abbeydale Rd S, Sheffield S17 3LB

Check their Facebook page for opening times and weekends. Great little novelty railways and picnic spots.

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CHOLERA MONUMENT

Claywood Dr, Sheffield S2 2UB

Ideal to tie in with a visit to Norfolk Heritage park. Go and see this fine monument and admire the great views over the city.

FERNDALE GARDEN CENTRE

Dyche Ln, Coal Aston, Dronfield S18 3BJ

Great little Garden Centre, sometimes host child friendly events throughout summer. Dog friendly cafe.

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JOHN LEWIS

Barkers Pool, Cambridge St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 1EP

Always handy to know you can take the pooch in store. Often have little  Christmas events on for children etc.

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PEDDLERS MARKET (1ST OF EVERY MONTH)

92 Burton Rd, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8BX

A quirky street market event featuring a range of food, drink, music and shopping vendors. Live music to keep the little ones entertained. Dog friendly.

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Renishaw Hall & Gardens, Renishaw Park.  S21 3WB

A stately hall with beautiful gardens and parkland to explore. Cafe with outdoor seating. Host yearly Easter and Halloween trails. Dog Friendly.

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THORNBRIDGE HALL & GARDENS

Ashford in the Water, Bakewell DE45 1NZ

On the edge of Sheffield, situated near Bakewell. A great day out exploring gardens complete with lawn games and 'hook a duck' in the fountains. Cafe and toilets on site.

VICTORIA QUAYS

Sheffield S2 5SY

A great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the town centre. Muse over the canal boats, enjoy refreshments nearby or embark on a 4 mile linear canal walk towards Meadowhall and discover Sheffield heritage.

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