Welcome to Lowfield

Lowfield is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated near the town of Rotherham and is known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of farms and small businesses. Lowfield is a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 people.

One of the main attractions of Lowfield is its proximity to the Peak District National Park. The park is just a short drive away and offers visitors the chance to explore some of the most stunning scenery in the UK. There are plenty of walking and cycling routes in the area, as well as opportunities for rock climbing, caving, and other outdoor activities. Lowfield is also close to a number of historic sites, including the ruins of Roche Abbey and the medieval castle at Conisbrough.

Despite its rural location, Lowfield is well-connected to the rest of South Yorkshire. The village is just a few miles from the M1 motorway, which provides easy access to Sheffield, Leeds, and other major cities in the region. There are also regular bus services to nearby towns and villages, as well as a train station in Rotherham. Overall, Lowfield is a charming and peaceful village that offers a great quality of life for its residents.

Local Schools

School	Details
Anns Grove Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ann Farrar	Anns Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 3DJ 01142550398 School Website
Lowfield Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Holder	London Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 4NJ 01142552501 School Website
Phoenix School Of Therapeutic Education Other Independent Special School Ages:11-17 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Edmondson	83 East Bank Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 3PX 1142793350 School Website
Sharrow Nursery Infant And Junior School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Evelyn Abram	Sitwell Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S7 1BE 01142551704 School Website
Discovery Academy Free Schools Special Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mrs Luci Windle	Park Grange Road Norfolk Park Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 3QF 1144798000 School Website
Carfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannan Mohammed	Argyle Close Sheffield South Yorkshire S8 9HJ 01142557534 School Website
The Sheffield College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Ms Angela Foulkes	Granville Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 2RL 1142602600 School Website
All Saints' Catholic High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Sean Pender	Granville Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 2RJ 1142724851 School Website
Seven Hills School Community Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Kerry Tute	Granville Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 2RJ 01143082002 School Website
Utc Sheffield University Technical College Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Mr Alex Reynolds	111 Matilda Street Sheffield South Yorkshire S1 4QF 01143084500 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sheffield Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP 0.98 Miles

Darnall Station Road, Darnall, South Yorkshire, S9 4JU 2.70 Miles

Dore & Totley Abbeydale Road South, Dore, South Yorkshire, S17 3LB 3.10 Miles

Dronfield Dronfield, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2WZ 4.30 Miles

Meadowhall Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ 4.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Express Uk 0114 255 5656 151 Alderson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 4UE 0.28 Miles
Beauchief Cars 0114 275 3561 138 Bramall Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 4RF 0.41 Miles
1St Class Cabs 0114 273 7475 London Rd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 4LR 0.67 Miles
Ace Cars 0114 276 7778 London Rd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 4LR 0.67 Miles
Fleet Taxis 0114 258 5858 527 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 1FU 0.83 Miles
Mayfair Coaches 0114 275 8555 155 Eyre Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 4QW 0.85 Miles
Mercury Taxis 0114 266 2662 5 Charter Square, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 4HS 1.00 Miles
David Martin/Chauffeur 07719 138484 36 Hollythorpe Rise, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 9ND 1.04 Miles
J And M Cars 0114 258 5297 161 Warminster Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 8PP 1.35 Miles
Ace Executive Travel 0845 838 0607 750 City Rd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 1GN 1.38 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Anns Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
16 Spurr Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Asline Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
49 Thornborough Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heeley Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nicholson Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadfield Road Meter Box Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Broadfield Road Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Highfield Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chippinghouse Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Randall Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
48 Abney Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Bank Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rushdale Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Grange Croft No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Mathews Practice (Priority 1) - Covid Local Vaccination Service	22 Asline Road Sheffield S2 4UJ
The Mathews Practice (Priority 1) - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	22 Asline Road Sheffield S2 4UJ
The Mathews Practice Belgrave 0114 2554498	The Mathews Prac Belgrave 22 Asline Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 4UJ
Carrfield Medical Centre 0114 2584724	Carrfield Medical Centre Carrfield St, Carrfield Sheffield South Yorkshire S8 9SG
Heeley Green Surgery 0114 2507206	Heeley Green Surgery 302 Gleadless Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 3AJ

Local Stores

Gleadless Road
282-292 Gleadless Road
Gleadless
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S2 3AJ
01142 550904
Store Website
0.35 miles

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SPAR Bramall Lane
VALLI BRAMALL
BP SERVICE STATION
105 BRAMALL LANE
SHEFFIELD
S2 4QZ
01614394006
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Highfield Veterinary Centre
145-147 London Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 4LH 0114 255 4663 info@highfieldvets.com Website 0.56 miles
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Pets At Rest Veterinary Services
4 Edgebrook Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S7 1SG 1.12 miles


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Sheffield Pdsa Pet Clinic
141 Northern Avenue Sheffield South Yorkshire S2 2EJ Website 1.23 miles


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Hunters Bar Veterinary Group - Hunters Bar
613-615 Ecclesall Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S11 8PT 0114 266 3607 huntersbar@cvsvets.co.uk 1.43 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Peak Veterinary Practice
36 Olivet Road Woodseats Sheffield South Yorkshire S8 8QS 0114 250 7733 enquiries@peakvets.co.uk Website 1.51 miles
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Millhouses Vets4pets Ltd
964 Abbeydale Road Sheffield Yorkshire S7 2QF 0114 236 4070 millhouses@vets4pets.com Website 1.72 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.71 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 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 3.26 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.

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 4.19 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 4.25 miles

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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 6.41 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.

Froggatt
This Is A Fantastic Albeit Challenging Walk Through Woodland And Narrow English Lanes, The Steep Ascent To Froggatt Edge Is Rewarded By Breath-Taking Views At The Top. S11 7TZ 6.63 miles Take The A6187 From Sheffield, Heading Towards Hathersage. Turn Left Onto The A625 Following Signs For Froggatt. Shortly After Passing The Grouse Inn On Your Right Hand Side, Turn Right And Follow The Brown National Trust Signs For Parking.

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