Welcome to Keresforth Hill

Keresforth Hill is a small hill located in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated near the town of Barnsley and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The hill offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey and deer.

The hill is also home to a number of historical landmarks, including the ruins of a medieval castle and an ancient burial ground. These landmarks provide a glimpse into the rich history of the area and are a popular attraction for visitors to the hill. Additionally, there are several walking trails that wind through the hill, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the area and take in the natural beauty of the landscape.

Overall, Keresforth Hill is a beautiful and peaceful destination that offers something for everyone. Whether you are a nature lover, history buff, or simply looking for a quiet place to relax and unwind, this hill is definitely worth a visit. So if you find yourself in South Yorkshire, be sure to take some time to explore the beauty and history of Keresforth Hill.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Keresforth Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Otley	Keresforth Road Dodworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 3NU 01226284147 School Website
Dodworth St John The Baptist C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Wright	Barnsley Road Dodworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 3JS 01226286514 School Website
Greenacre School Academy Special Converter Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Flynn	Keresforth Hill Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6RG 01226287165
Horizon Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Huddart	Dodworth Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6PD 1226704230 School Website
Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited Further Education Ages:19-99 Head Teacher Principal Yultan Mellor	Wentworth Castle Stainborough Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 3ET 1226776000 School Website
Shawlands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Duncan Thompson	Shaw Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6JL 01226287177 School Website
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Dobson	Shaw Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6JL 01226281219 School Website
Joseph Locke Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Judith Brock	Shaw Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6JL 01226729910 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Primary School Barnsley Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lee Spencer	Stocks Lane Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2DF 01226206422 School Website
Gawber Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Dawn Bradshaw	Church Street Gawber Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2RJ 01226289728 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dodworth Station Road, Dodworth, South Yorkshire, S75 3JX 0.55 Miles

Barnsley Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP 1.89 Miles

Silkstone Common Knabbs Lane, Silkstone Common, South Yorkshire, S75 4RS 2.15 Miles

Darton Station Road, Darton, South Yorkshire, S75 5HX 3.40 Miles

Penistone Off Sheffield Road, Penistone, South Yorkshire, S36 6HL 4.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
About Town Private Hire 01226 733337 8 South Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3LG 0.42 Miles
All Occasions Travel 01226 287166 38 South Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3LG 0.42 Miles
Air Taxis 01226 295804 22 Maple Estate, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2BL 1.20 Miles
Bobs Taxis 01226 243243 Unit 23/Maple Ind Est/Stocks Lane, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2BL 1.20 Miles
A1 Ace Taxis 01226 299999 Unit 20, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2BL 1.20 Miles
Blue Line Taxis 01226 244444 40 Pitt Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1BB 1.42 Miles
John's Travel 01226 239578 2 California Gdns, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1YW 1.51 Miles
Silver Line Private Hire 01226 241166 42 Sackville Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2DB 1.51 Miles
Elite Taxis 01226 240797 8 Wellington Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1SS 1.61 Miles
Red Hot Limos 07940 119958 Whaley Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 1HQ 1.84 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Smithy Wood Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
37 Saville Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dodworth Post Office Box Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
26 South Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
85 Barnsley Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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62 Woodland Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lowe Lane Stainborough Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linton Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
4 Keresforth Hill Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fall Bank Meter Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Westmoor Crescent Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wentworth Castle Box Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longcar Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakfield Walk/Wharfedale Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Apollo Court Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	High Street Dodworth Barnsley S75 3RF
Apollo Court Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	High Street Dodworth Barnsley S75 3RF
Apollo Court Medical Centre	Apollo Court 45 High Street Dodworth Barnsley S75 3RF
Apollo Court Medical Centre 01226 208999	Apollo Court Medical Ctr High Street, Dodworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 3RF
Woodland Drive Medical Centre 01226 244946	Woodland Drive Barnsley S70 6QW

Local Stores

Dodworth High St
High Street
Dodworth
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 3RF
01226 291967
Store Website
0.38 miles

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SPAR Upper Sheffield Road
Upper Sheffield Road
Barnsley
S70 4PJ
01226 733968
Store Website
2.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abbey Veterinary Group
89 Dodworth Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 6ED 01226 242 217 tony.duffy@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 1.33 miles
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Petrepair Vets
94 Park Grove Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 1QE 01226 664826 info@petrepairvets.com Website 1.35 miles
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Churchfield Veterinary Centre
29 Sackville Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 2DB 01226 733333 reception@churchfieldvets.co.uk Website 1.56 miles
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Barnsley Vets4pets Ltd
161 Wilthorpe Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 1JQ 01226 289000 barnsley@vets4pets.com Website 1.88 miles
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Farmvet Ltd
Unit 3 Zenith Park Whaley Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 1HT 1.94 miles


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Animal Trust Vets Cic Barnsley
Beever Court Pontefract Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 1HG Barnsley@animaltrust.org.uk Website 2.22 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 2.14 miles Worsbrough Mill Is Located Off The A61. From The M1 Follow The Brown Road Signs From Junction 36 Of The M1.

Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons. Rabbit Ings Country Park Shafton 5.50 miles

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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods. Fox &Amp; Hounds 672 Barnsley Rd Newmillerdam Wakefield WF2 6QQ 6.64 miles

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Stoneycliffe Wood And Coxley Woods
Nature Reserve With Stream For Dogs To Play In And Other Routes Through Fields And Woods Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve Upper Lane 7.17 miles Netherton

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Langsett Reservoir
A Nice Forest To Go And Walk Your Dog, Me And My Family Have All Enjoyed Walking At This Location, Hopefully You Can Go The White House Langsett Stocksbridge Sheffield S36 4GY 7.26 miles

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Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways! La Terrazza The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6QL 7.60 miles Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.

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