Welcome to Firth Park

Firth Park is a large public park located in the northern part of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. The park covers an area of 120 acres and is one of the largest parks in the city. It was opened in 1875 and has since become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The park features a range of facilities, including a boating lake, a playground, a skate park, and a sports centre. It is also home to a number of events throughout the year, such as music festivals, funfairs, and fireworks displays.

One of the most notable features of Firth Park is its boating lake. The lake is a popular spot for fishing and boating, and visitors can rent rowing boats and pedalos to explore the water. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, swans, and geese. The park's playground is another popular attraction, with a range of equipment suitable for children of all ages. The playground features swings, slides, climbing frames, and a sandpit, as well as a separate area for toddlers.

Firth Park is also home to a number of sports facilities, including a sports centre and a skate park. The sports centre offers a range of activities, including swimming, fitness classes, and indoor sports such as badminton and basketball. The skate park is a popular spot for skateboarders and BMX riders, with a range of ramps and obstacles to challenge even the most experienced riders. Overall, Firth Park is a fantastic destination for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors in South Yorkshire.

Local Schools

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Hucklow Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Duckworth	Hucklow Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6TB 1142426736 School Website
Longley Park Sixth Form Academy Academy 16-19 Converter Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Davies	Horninglow Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6SG 1142625757 School Website
Owler Brook Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kit Oldham	Wensley Street Sheffield South Yorkshire S4 8HQ 1142438611 School Website
Oasis Academy Fir Vale Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Round	Owler Lane Fir Vale Sheffield South Yorkshire S4 8GA 01142012300 School Website
Fir Vale School Academy Trust Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Rachel Smith	Owler Lane Sheffield South Yorkshire S4 8GB 01142439391 School Website
Hatfield Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Richards	Hatfield House Lane Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6HY 1142456871 School Website
Hinde House 3 16 School Academy Converter Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Munif Zia	Shiregreen Lane Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6AG 01142438486 School Website
St Patricks Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sharon Mckeown	Barnsley Road Sheffield Lane Top Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 0QF 01142456183 School Website
Firth Park Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Dean Jones	Fircroft Avenue Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 0SD 01142576238 School Website
Whiteways Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sue Bridges	Whiteways Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S4 8EX 1142423169 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Meadowhall Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ 1.36 Miles

Darnall Station Road, Darnall, South Yorkshire, S9 4JU 2.52 Miles

Sheffield Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP 2.72 Miles

Chapeltown Market Place, Chapeltown, South Yorkshire, S35 2UU 3.28 Miles

Rotherham Central Central Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 1QH 3.68 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Excel Taxis 0114 245 0000 49A Firth Park Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 6QQ 0.19 Miles
Premier Airport Cars 0114 281 7768 10 Ellerton Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 6UG 0.36 Miles
Excel Taxis 0114 245 0000 3 Elm La, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 7TR 0.59 Miles
Express Taxis 0114 243 0430 33 Attercliffe Common, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 2AE 1.40 Miles
Express Cars 0114 244 0440 33 Attercliffe Common, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 2AE 1.40 Miles
The Car And Van Shop 0845 225 0129 759-761 Attercliffe Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 3RF 1.51 Miles
Ecco Travel Ecclesfield Carriage Co 0114 245 5453 107 Cross Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 9YS 1.53 Miles
City Taxis 0114 234 3333 7 Southey Hill, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 8BA 1.54 Miles
R D S Cars 0114 270 1226 1 Sutherland Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 7SG 1.62 Miles
Airport And Business Travel 0114 233 8673 446 Deerlands Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 8AD 1.78 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Firth Park Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Huntsman Building Indoor Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Firth Park Surgery 0333 3232900	Firth Park Surgery 400 Firth Park Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6HH
The Flowers Health Centre	87 Wincobank Avenue Sheffield S5 6AZ
The Flowers Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	87 Wincobank Avenue Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6AZ
The Flowers Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	87 Wincobank Avenue Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6AZ
The Flowers Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	87 Wincobank Avenue Sheffield South Yorkshire S5 6AZ

Local Stores

Southey Green
261-263 Southey Green Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S5 7QB
01142 326517
Store Website
1.44 miles

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SPAR - Owler Lane
Owler Lane Service Station
Owler Lane
Sheffield
S4 8GF
0114 242 3944
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sheffield Pdsa Pet Hospital
14 Newhall Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S9 2QL 0114 243 3232 Website 1.37 miles

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Vets Now (Sheffield)
14 Newhall Road Attercliffe Sheffield Yorkshire S9 2QL 0114 242 1929 sheffieldclinic@vets-now.com Website 1.37 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store Meadowhall Retail Park Attercliffe Common Sheffield South Yorkshire S9 2YZ 01142 425421 sheffield@jollyes.co.uk 1.54 miles
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Springfield Veterinary Group
106 High Street Ecclesfield Sheffield South Yorkshire S35 9XE 0114 246 4073 ecclesfield@springfieldvetgroup.co.uk 1.73 miles
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Rspca Sheffield Branch Welfare Clinic
2 Stadium Way Attercliffe Sheffield South Yorkshire S9 3HN 0114 2898050 reception@rspcasheffield.org Website 1.97 miles
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Abbeymoor Veterinary Centres Ltd
110-116 Halifax Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S6 1LH 0114 233 4673 abbeymoor@btconnect.com Website 1.99 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Rivelin Valley Nature Trail
The Rivelin Valley Nature Trail Is A Flat Route Which Includes Some Lovely Woodland And Rivers That Are Great For A Little Dog Paddle. Situated Between Sheffield And The Peak District There Are Plenty Of Places To Let Your Dog Roam Free And Enjoy The Countryside. S6 5QA 4.06 miles Car Park Entrance On The A6101 Rivelin Valley Road, The Car Park Is 500M From The End Of Rivelin Valley Road / 650M From The Malin Bridge Tram Stop.

Graves Park
The Largest Park In Sheffield, Graves Park Is A Brilliant Mix Of Open Parkland, Natural And Semi-Natural Woodlands. This Is A Great Walk For All The Family, Taking In The Animal Farm, Lakes, Wooded Areas. Graves Park Also Includes A Lovely Café, The Rose Garden Café, Which Welcomes Dog Walkers And Families With Both Outdoor And Indoor Seating That’S Perfect For Having A Quick Stop Off At. S8 8QA 5.40 miles From Sheffield City Centre (And The North) Follow The A61 Towards Chesterfield. At The Traffic Lights Just After Homebase, Turn Left Onto Scarsdale Road. Follow Scarsdale Road Into Derbyshire Lane And Continue For About Three Quarters Of A Mile. The Park Will Now Be On Your Right. Continue Along Hemsworth Road Until You Reach Some Traffic Lights. The Entrance To The Park Is On The Right Just Before Bunting Nook.

Rivelin Valley
Lovely Walk By The Water, Long Track And Plenty Of Areas For The Dogs To Play In The Water Rivelin Valley Conservation Group Parking Lot Rails Rd Sheffield S6 6GF 5.44 miles There Are Several Parking Spaces And Entrances Around The Valley

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Houndkirk Road
Huge Views Of Sheffield, Chesterfield And Beyond Houndkirk Rd Sheffield S11 7TU 6.86 miles

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Worsbrough Mill Country Park
Worsbrough Mill Country Park Covers Over 240 Acres, And Is A Haven For Wildlife. This Easy, Gentle Walk Features The Reservoir And Woodland. The Mill Itself Is A 17 S70 5LL 7.60 miles Worsbrough Mill Is Located Off The A61. From The M1 Follow The Brown Road Signs From Junction 36 Of The M1.

Padley Gorge
This Is An Excellent Circular Walk Through The Ancient Woodland Of Padley Gorge Starting In The Longshaw Estate Before Crossing The B6521 To Follow Beside The Burbage Brook. The Walk Travels South On The Western Bank Of The River Before Crossing And Returning Along The Eastern Bank. The Thick Tree Canopy And Running Water Ensures That This Walk Remains Cool Throughout The Summer. Whilst The Moss Covered Boulders And Many Ferns Help To Make This Feel Like A Truely Magical Place. Dogs Must Be Kept On Their Lead Whilst Passing Through The Longshaw Estate. S11 7TY 9.33 miles From Hathersage Continue Towards Sheffield On The A6187. Turn Right Following Signs Of The National Trust Longshaw Estate, The Turn Right Following The Signs For The Car Park And Estate Visitor Centre.

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