Crave the Outdoors

Rother Valley Country Park

Award winning country park offering a wide range of watersport activities from beginners to advanced with instructors and equipment available. Mountain bikes are also available to hire. More info on the  Rother Valley Country Park page.

Tel: 0114 2471452
 www.rothervalleycountrypark.co.uk

Thrybergh Country Park

The green flag awarded park remains a haven within the borough. The beautiful park, complete with reservoir, boasts a friendly visitors centre, cafe and 24 pitch caravan site. More info on the  Thrybergh Country Park page.

Tel: 01709 850353

Ulley Country Park

The 47 acre park is the perfect place to take a stroll, jog or walk your dog and has a flourishing environment waiting to be explored. More info on the  Ulley Country Park page. 
Tel: 01709 365332

Clifton Park

Rotherham's premier urban park, five minutes from the town centre and occupying 56 acres surrounding Clifton Park Museum. The park is currently undergoing a £8.6m restoration programme to transform it back to its former glory. More info on the  Clifton Park pages.

Tel: 01709 822631

Winthrop Park

The park was designed with the elderly and disabled in mind. The nature therapy gardens  provide a relaxing escape to speed up recovery or simply de-stress with practical support for visitors.

How to find us:
2nd Lane, Off Newall Avenue,
Wickersley,
Rotherham, S66 1EE
Tel: 01709 531120
 www.winthroppark.co.uk

Wentworth Woodhouse Gardens

Gardens situated in the tranquil village of Wentworth offering 16 acres of walled and landscaped areas and a maze.

How to find us:
Hague Lane, Wentworth,
Rotherham,
S62 7TF
Tel: 01126 744842

RSPB Old Moor

A fantastic place to watch wildlife the reserve is a favourite spot for keen birdwatchers. Full programme of events, shop, cafe and adventure playground.

How to find us:
Old Moor Lane,
Wombwell,
Barnsley, S73 0YF
Tel: 01226 751593
 www.rspb.org.uk

Chesterfield Canal

Built in 1777 the canal skirts the southern boundry of Rotherham. See wildlife as you meander along the path or enjoy the tranquillity on offer on this once thriving artery for trade through Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. More info on the  Chesterfield Canal page.

Tel: 01246 433186
 chesterfield-canal-trust.org.uk

Walking and Cycling

Over 50% of the Rotherham borough is rural with over 250 miles of public footpaths, cycle ways and bridleways. We have produced a series of walks for you to enjoy or why not take part in the annaul walking festival in July. More info on the  Walks page. 

Tel: 01709 835904

On the border

Peak District National Park
Tel: 01629 816200

Clumber Park
Tel: 01909 544917

Sherwood Forest
Tel: 01623 823202

Useful links

South Yorkshire Gardens Leaflet (885 Kb)

 Rotherham Parks

 Country Parks

 Countryside and Wildlife

 Outdoor Pursuits

Bus and Supertram travel information

Rotherham Visitors Centre | 40 Bridgegate | Rotherham | South Yorkshire | S60 1PQ

Tel: 01709 835904 | Fax: 01709 336888 | Email: tic@rotherham.gov.uk