South Yorkshire Events
Christ Church New Mill Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Christ Church, Sude Hill, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER
Heritage Open Day: We are opening our lovely church on Heritage Day, September 19th. Come and explore our history and treasures!...
Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Potteric Carr Nature Reserve Visitors Centre, Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Mallard Way, Doncaster DN4 8DB
Heritage Open Day: Free entry to Potteric Carr Nature Reserve for the weekend of Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September. Usually £6 per a adult...
St Peter's Church, Conisbrough Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
St. Peters Church, Church Street, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3HR
Heritage Open Day: A chance to look around the oldest functioning church in South Yorkshire. See evidence of its medieval heritage, with artefacts...
Chapel on the Bridge
Sat 19 Sep
Chantry Bridge,, Bridge St,, Rotherham S60 1RB
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to explore this rarely opened chapel at the heart of Rotherham Town Centre...
Saint John the Evangelist and Saint Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Goldthorpe
Sat 19 Sep
Goldthopre Parish Church, Lockwood Road, Goldthorpe S63 9JY
Heritage Open Day: A great opportunity to explore one of South Yorkshire's most remarkable and unexpected Churches...
Beauchief Abbey
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Beauchief Abbey, Beauchief Abbey Lane, Beauchief, Sheffield S8 7BD
Heritage Open Day: Premonstratensian Abbey Founded in 1173, set within a peaceful site close to ancient woodlands...
Cabaret Boom Boom - Saturday 19th September
Sat 19 Sep
Ruskin Hall, Ruskin Hall, Walkley Community Centre, Fir Street, , Sheffield S6 3TG
Step into the world of Cabaret Boom Boom - a vibrant collision of comedy, circus artistry, physical theatre, and musical mischief...
Walkley Community Centre Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Walkley Community Centre, 7a Fir Street, Sheffield S6 3TG
Heritage Open Day: A little period gem of a building from 1909, tucked away up a street in Walkley. Walkley History Group and the Centre trustees...
Tour of St Mary’s Church Graveyard, Bolsterstone
Sat 19 Sep
St Mary's Church, Heads Lane, Bolsterstone, Sheffield S36 3ZN
Heritage Open Day: A brief look at the history of St Mary’s Church, Bolsterstone and the notable people that are buried there...
Sheffield Town Hall Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Sheffield City Council, Town Hall, Pinstone Street, Sheffield S1 2HH
Heritage Open Day: Step inside one of Sheffield’s most iconic civic buildings and discover the stories, treasures and hidden spaces of Sheffield...
200 Years of Methodism in Thorne
Sat 19 Sep
Thorne Methodist Church, 64A King Street, Thorne, Doncaster DN8 5BA
Heritage Open Day: Thorne Methodist Church Open Day with displays and talks to illustrate the life adn history of 200 years of Methodism in Thorne...
Medieval Knights at the castle
Sat 19 Sep
Castle Lodge, Castle Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3BX
Heritage Open Day: Once again Medieval Knights return for clashes, bashes and a taste of life at that castle Free entry to the castle on the day...
St Andrew's Psalter Lane Church Repair Café
Sat 19 Sep
St Andrew's Psalter Lane Church, 31 Psalter Lane, Sheffield S11 8YL
Heritage Open Day: Bring your wonky stuff and get it fixed – and if you don’t have anything that needs mending, you’re welcome to have a look...
St. Oswald's Church Kirk Sandall
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
St. Oswald's Church, Pilkington Road, Kirk Sandall, Doncaster DN3 1EF
Heritage Open Day: This medieval church closed in 1978 . In the 21st century it has once again become the centre of the community...
St Pauls Wordsworth Avenue
Sat 19 Sep
St. Pauls Church Hall, Wordsworth Avenue, Sheffield S5 9JH
Heritage Open Day: The Church, a Grade II* Listed Building designed by Sir Basil Spence, will be open 1000-1500 with talks at 1100 & 1300 by Diana...
Doncaster Masonic Hall Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Masonic Hall, Priory Place, Doncaster DN1 1BZ
Heritage Open Day: Freemasonry in Doncaster has a long and distinguished history, a purpose built Masonic Hall, built to the designs of Bro Percy...
Highfield Trinity Methodist Church
Sat 19 Sep
Highfield Trinity Church, 2 Highfield Place, Sheffield S2 4UR
Heritage Open Day: Come to Highfield Trinity Methodist Church, take a look at the building and find out about the working lives of people linked with...
Broomhill Community Library - Oriel House Lives Revealed
Sat 19 Sep
Broomhill Community Library, Taptonville Road, Sheffield S10 5BR
Heritage Open Day: Experience the everyday lives of the residents of Oriel House from the 1870s through to the 1950s...
St Mary's Church, Tickhill Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
St Mary's Church, St Mary's Road, Tickhill, Doncaster DN11 9LY
Heritage Open Day: This Grade 1 listed church has been described as one of the finest medieval churches in Yorkshire. St...
Hoylandswaine Nail Forge
Sat 19 Sep
The Nail Forge, Barnsley Road, Hoylandswaine, Barnsley S36 7JA
Heritage Open Day: Discover the history of nail making in Hoylandswaine at the last working nail forge and the only nail forge in Britain with its...
Nah then Sheffield Cathedral
Sat 19 Sep
Sheffield Cathedral, Church Street, Sheffield S1 1HA
Heritage Open Day: Come and explore the building at the heart of Sheffield city centre to discover its wonderous heritage and history, something for...
Trinity United Reformed Church
Sat 19 Sep
Trinity United Reformed Church, 737a Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8TG
Heritage Open Day: Step inside Trinity Reform Church and explore the beautiful mid-century wooden interior, and take in the church’s striking...
Doncaster Mansion House Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
City of Doncaster Council, Mansion House, High Street, Doncaster DN1 1DG
Heritage Open Day: Doncaster Mansion House Open Day Visit the Mayor's Parlour and meet the Civic Mayor...
Historic S. Wilfrid's Hickleton Church
Sat 19 Sep
Saint Wilfrid's Parish Church, Hickleton Road, Doncaster DN5 7BB
Heritage Open Day: A great opportunity to explore the beautiful Bodily interior of Hickleton Parish Church and Church Yard, to see and hear of the...
Rotherham Minster
Sat 19 Sep
Rotherham Minster, Church Street, Rotherham S60 1PD
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to explore this Grade I listed church at the heart of Rotherham Town Centre...
Walkley Community Centre Special Opening of this Historic Building with the Walkley Historians
Sat 19 Sep
Walkley Community Centre, 7A Fir Street, Sheffield S6 3TG
Heritage Open Day: Explore the architecture and features of the Edwardian former Walkley New Reform Club and meet the Walkley Historians...
Celebrating 850 years of St Mary's Church Sprotbrough
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
St. Marys Church, Main Street, Sprotbrough, Doncaster DN5 7RH
Heritage Open Day: An exhibition of old photographs, artefacts, church and churchyard tours, bellringing, refreshments, children's craft...
Tickhill Parish Room Open Day
Sat 19 Sep
Tickhill Parish Room, Northgate, Tickhill, Doncaster DN11 9HZ
Heritage Open Day: Grade II* Listed Parish Room fully open to the public with on hand guide The distinctive building known as the Parish Room on...
St Nicholas Church Bawtry Open Afternoon and Bell Ringing
Sat 19 Sep
St Nicholas Church, Church Street, Bawtry, Doncaster DN10 6HW
Heritage Open Day: St Nicholas Church is 12th Century with many original features. Opportunity to climb the tower to the ringing room and chime a...
St Marys Bell Tower, Tickhill
Sat 19 Sep
St Mary's Church, Tickhill, Doncaster DN11 9LZ
Heritage Open Day: Step Inside the Tower at St Mary’s, Tickhill
As part of Doncaster’s Heritage Day, visitors are warmly invited between 1000...
Discover Ecclesfield's Story: The Heritage Trail
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
St Mary's Church, Priory Road, Ecclesfield, Sheffield S35 9XZ
Heritage Open Day: Discover Ecclesfield's Story through a new Heritage Trail celebrating one of South Yorkshire's oldest villages...
Fulwood Old Chapel
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Fulwood Old Chapel, 8 Whiteley Lane, Sheffield S10 4GL
Heritage Open Day: Fulwood Old Chapel was built in 1729 as a meeting house for dissenters. Visitors will be able to see the inside of the Chapel and...
Wardsend Cemetery: Sheffield’s Working Heritage
Sun 20 Sep
Wardsend Cemetery Heritage Park, Club Mill Road, Sheffield S6 2ET
Heritage Open Day: Wardsend Cemetery: Sheffield’s Working Heritage
Open Morning and Tour at Wardsend Cemetery Heritage Park
10.00am -1...
A discovery walk round Hexthorpe Flatts Park followed by a Brass Band concert in the Dell
Sun 20 Sep
Hexthorpe Flatts Park, Greenfield Lane, Hexthorpe, Doncaster DN4 0JD
Heritage Open Day: A short, accessible, guided walk around the park and the Dell telling you about it's history to present day...
Sheffield Skeptics in the Pub
Mon 21 Sep
Farm Road Sports & Social Club, Farm Road, Sheffield S2 2TP
Sheffield Skeptics in the Pub was founded in December 2009 and is a good way for people from all walks of life to hear from experts and discuss with...
Craft for a Cure for Blood Cancer UK - Autumnal Rag Wreath Workshop
Sun 27 Sep
Ellen's Workshop at Manor Court Community Centre, West End Avenue, Barnsley S71 4RR
Join us for an autumnal rag wreath making workshop and help support Blood Cancer UK. You'll learn to craft your own decorative wreath using...
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Things to do around South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire offers a diverse range of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or family-friendly adventures, there's something for everyone in this vibrant county. Let's explore some of the best things to do:
1. Brodsworth Hall & Gardens, Doncaster:
- Managed by English Heritage, Brodsworth Hall is a beautifully preserved Victorian country estate. Visitors can step back in time and experience the upper-class lifestyle of the 1860s. Explore period furniture, dramatic architecture, and meticulously restored gardens. Fun fact: The Thellusson family, former owners of the house, maintained these gardens with care. There's also a tearoom for refreshments, making it a great day out for all ages.
2. Peak District National Park:
- South Yorkshire serves as the eastern gateway to the Peak District National Park. This sparsely populated rural region boasts windswept moorland, rolling hills, and marked hiking trails. Look out for wildlife like buzzards, hen harriers, and red deer. It's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and makes an excellent day trip from Sheffield.
3. Yorkshire Wildlife Park and South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum, Doncaster:
- Combine a visit to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park with a trip to the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum. Get up close to animals and explore aviation history in one exciting day.
4. The Winter Garden, Sheffield:
- Sheffield's Winter Garden is Europe's largest urban glasshouse. Admire exotic plants, relax in the lush surroundings, and enjoy a peaceful escape in the heart of the city.
5. Explore Sheffield:
- Sheffield, known for its industrial heritage, offers a mix of cultural attractions, green spaces, and vibrant markets. Visit museums, art galleries, and historic sites like Sheffield Cathedral and Kelham Island Museum.
6. Rotherham and Barnsley:
- Explore the towns of Rotherham and Barnsley. Discover local history, visit markets, and enjoy riverside walks along the River Don.
7. Doncaster:
- Doncaster boasts historic architecture, including the Doncaster Minster and the Mansion House. Explore the town center, browse shops, and dine in local cafes.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in heritage, nature, or family fun, South Yorkshire promises an unforgettable day out!
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