Welcome to Ryecroft

Ryecroft is a small village located in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated near the town of Barnsley and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The community is close-knit and friendly, with many residents taking an active role in local events and activities.

One of the most notable landmarks in Ryecroft is the St. James Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and features a number of interesting historical artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Another popular attraction in Ryecroft is the local nature reserve, which is home to a wide variety of wildlife and plant species. The reserve is a great place for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography, and is a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, Ryecroft is a charming and welcoming village that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Aldine House Secure Children's Centre
Secure Units
Ages:10-17
Head Teacher
Ms Sarah Douglas
75 Limb Lane
Dore
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3ES
1142621160
The Rowan School
Community Special School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Carla Ribeiro
4 Durvale Court
Furniss Avenue
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3PT
01142350479
School Website
Dore Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lynnette Glossop
Furniss Avenue
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3QP
01142368690
School Website
King Ecgbert School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Paul Haigh
Totley Brook Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3QU
01142353855
School Website
Dobcroft Infant School
Community School
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Cathy Rowland
Pingle Road
Millhouses
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S7 2LN
01142368099
School Website
Dobcroft Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Sexton
Pingle Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S7 2LN
01142368075
School Website
Silverdale School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Sims
Bents Crescent
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9QH
01142369991
School Website
Bradway Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Paul Stockley
Bradway Drive
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 4PD
01142363723
School Website
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Delia Evans
Millhouses Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S7 2HE
01142365529
School Website
Totley All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Maureen Andrews
Hillfoot Road
Totley
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 4AP
1142361934
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dore & Totley
Abbeydale Road South, Dore, South Yorkshire, S17 3LB
0.57 Miles
Dronfield
Dronfield, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2WZ
3.26 Miles
Sheffield
Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
4.10 Miles
Grindleford
Station Road, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HY
4.55 Miles
Hathersage
Back Lane, Hathersage, Derbyshire, S32 1DT
5.00 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Exclusive Vintage Cars
0114 235 2879
5 Little Common La, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 9NE
0.76 Miles
An Executive Affair Ltd
0114 235 0700
96 Queen Victoria Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 4HU
1.04 Miles
Abbey Cards
0114 274 6490
12A Abbey La, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 0BL
1.89 Miles
Network Taxis
01246 417417
298A Meadowhead, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 7UH
2.10 Miles
Network Cars
0114 274 7474
298A Meadowhead, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 7UH
2.10 Miles
C C Executive
0114 274 5021
14 Birch Farm Av, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 8GH
2.23 Miles
Abacus Cars
0114 289 1189
55 Longcroft Road, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 8XU
2.28 Miles
Fleet Taxis
0114 258 5858
527 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 1FU
2.48 Miles
J And M Cars
0114 258 5297
161 Warminster Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 8PP
2.53 Miles
David Martin/Chauffeur
07719 138484
36 Hollythorpe Rise, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 9ND
2.70 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
53 Dore Road
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Cavendish Avenue
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Rushley Avenue
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Whirlowdale Road
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Dore And Totley Station
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Gillyfield Avenue
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Croft Lane Ecclesall Rd South
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Abbeydale Park Rise
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Dore Ex Post Office
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1 Brickhouse Lane
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Abbey Lane
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Abbeydale Road South
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27 Heather Lea Avenue
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73 Park Head Road
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Busheywood Road
Collection Today available until:16:15
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Dore Road Surgery
1142350933
137 Dore Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3NE
Dore Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
137 Dore Road
Sheffield
S17 3NF
Dore Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
137 Dore Road
Sheffield
S17 3NF
Totley Rise Medical Centre
96 Baslow Road
Sheffield
S17 4DQ
Baslow Rd, Shoreham St & York Rd Srgies
0114 2369957
148 Baslow Road
Totley
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 4DR
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Local Stores

Dore Devenshire Terr
Devonshire Terrace Road
Dore
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S17 3EF
01142 361367
Store Website
0.66 miles
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SPAR Bocking Lane
SPAR
202 Bocking Lane
Sheffield
S8 7BP
01142 374228
Store Website
1.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Croft Veterinary Centre, Totley
77 Baslow Road
Totley
Sheffield
Yorkshire
S17 4DP
01142 621 444
info@croftveterinary.com
Website
1.16 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Park Veterinary Hospital
24 Abbeydale Road South
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S7 2QN
0114 2363391
inbox@parkvethospital.com
Website
1.43 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

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Millhouses Vets4pets Ltd
964 Abbeydale Road
Sheffield
Yorkshire
S7 2QF
0114 236 4070
millhouses@vets4pets.com
Website
1.60 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

Dogs

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Abbeymoor Veterinary Centres Ltd
11 Abbey Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S8 0BJ
0114 274 7605
abbeymoor@btconnect.com
Website
1.90 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
2.24 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Pets At Rest Veterinary Services
4 Edgebrook Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S7 1SG
2.32 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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

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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
2.14 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.
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
3.21 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
3.41 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.
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
3.65 miles

There Are Several Parking Spaces And Entrances Around The Valley
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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
3.89 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.
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