Location: Rotherham
Top Things to do in Rotherham
Top 8 Hidden Gems Things to do in Rotherham, England
Rotherham /ˈrɒðrəm, -ðərəm/ ( listen) is a large town in South Yorkshire, England, which together with its conurbation and outlying settlements to the north, south and south-east forms the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, with a recorded population of 257,280 in the 2011 census. Historically in the West Riding of Yorkshire, its central area is on the banks of the River Don below its confluence with the Rother on the traditional road between Sheffield and Doncaster. Rotherham is today the largest town in a contiguous area with Sheffield, informally known as the Sheffield Urban Area and is as such an economic centre for many of Sheffield's suburbs — Sheffield City Centre is 5.6 miles (9.0 km) from Rotherham town centre. Rotherham was well known as a coal mining town as well as a major contributor to Sheffield's steel industry.
Restaurants in Rotherham
1. Grimm & Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
We are a Yorkshire charity, championing the writer in every young person (7-18) through the joyful discovery of stories. Visit our 'Apothecary to the Magical', selling wit, humour, awe and wonder to all magical beings + an occasional human! All proceeds go to our charitable work to help us to reach and engage young people and inspire a new confidence and motivation to write!
Reviewed By richardsonjody - Doncaster, United Kingdom
We've lost count of how many visits we have made to Grimm & Co, but every visit has been fantastic. We have been to short workshops lasting just half an hour, or to longer workshops taking two hours or more, and all of them have been amazing. We've been on monster hunts, written songs, and made potions, but you don't have to go on a workshop to have a great time here. Even when we just call in to browse, we've written letters to magical creatures and received replies about a week later (after the post owls have braved dragons, Godzilla, and even Cthulhu and the Wendigo to deliver our post). We've chosen books from the forgotten library, we've voted for our favourite something in the weekly voting ballot - most recently Ariel or Princess Jasmine, but also Star Wars or Star Trek, Marvel or DC, Dragons or Unicorns, and many more. We've searched for fairy doors and tiny elf books, we've used the magical ability scales to find out what sort of magical creature we might be, and we've done quite well in the Lucky or Unlucky Dip. We've bought potions and lotions from the shop, all of which are great quality, and the Shop Elves are the friendliest and most helpful magical beings we've ever met, and they are wonderful with mortal visitors of any age. My son takes things to show them every time we visit and the Shop Elves always take the time to look at them and talk to him, and the workshops have improved his confidence. He asks to visit the shop even when no events are running just because he loves it there. We cannot recommend Grimm & Co enough and since we were lucky enough to discover it last summer (apparently it's not always visible to mortals) we have visited often enough to be feel like we are visiting good friends. We travel from Doncaster just to visit the shop but just along the road is Clifton Park and the Museum so Grimm & Co can easily be part of a longer day out but is well worth a special visit on it's own merit. For a visit without a workshop an hour is good but the longer workshops are well worth attending too, and we have so much fun we can easily spend over an hour looking around at the forgotten library and just having fun before we even start shopping. The workshops are great, a lot of time and effort is put into them, and theres the added excitement of the secret door and the beanstalk!
2. Wentworth Garden Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,644 reviews
Situated in sixteen acres of historic walled and landscaped gardens, Wentworth Garden Centre is arguably the biggest and most attractive centre in the North Midlands. Its setting, in the former Kitchen, Italian and Japanese gardens of Wentworth Woodhouse is unique.We are not a member of any buying group or garden centre chain. We are a long standing, family owned independent and as such care passionately about our customers and their satisfaction. It's a policy that has seen the centre evolve from a tiny village operation into one of the largest garden centres in Yorkshire today.
Reviewed By Spike754 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Wow what an amazing garden centre- the planted area had variety and was well stocked - the shop was amazing with great gifts os all types - the food area was simply stunning - throughout the whole garden centre the staff couldn’t be more helpful- a great experience for our first visit and will defo come back again
3. Roche Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 216 reviews
Set in a peaceful and picturesque wooded valley, Roche Abbey was founded in 1147, with stonework dating back to around the 1180's. Thanks to Capability Brown who landscaped the area in the 18th Century, we now boast the most complete foundations of any Cistercian monestary in the country. Although most of the excavated ruins are low lying, the transcepts still stand to their original height. Roche Abbey is closed during the winter months, re opening again March 2015. The woodland walks around the area are accessible and parking is still available.
Reviewed By Daltonspencer - Pontefract, United Kingdom
Lovely place, very much worth a visit with some lovely walks and the ruins are amazing , a guide book is very worthwhile and gives a wonderful insight into the history of the site. The staff are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable
4. Wentworth Woodhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,054 reviews
COVID-19 Update Following the Government's Coronavirus recovery road map announcement on 22nd February, we are working hard to establish what this means for Wentworth Woodhouse. The Government guidance allows for people to access their local Heritage Gardens for daily exercise with people from their household or support bubble. We ask all visitors to follow these restrictions when making decisions about travelling. The House remains closed until further notice. Thank you for your continued support at this challenging time. Opening The Gardens are currently open Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 4pm daily for local supporters to exercise within our beautiful snowdrop gardens extending to over 50 acres. There are toilets located around the garden with full hand washing facilities, as well as additional hand sanitiser stations. The Gardens Kiosk will be also be open Wed to Sun 10am - 4pm daily offering gorab-and-g food and drinks. Whilst the East Front Kiosk will be open Fri to Sun 10am - 4pm
Reviewed By 276ritab
Our visit to this stately home was the highlight of our holiday in North Yorkshire. Underneath the scaffolding there was much to see, with the helpful commentary of an excellent guide. We did the Wentworth and Garden Tour which took about 2 1/2 hours - the beautiful weather set the gardens off well and we would highly recommend those interested in historic architecture to pay a visit.
5. Wentworth Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By JackieMason1980
We love taking our dog betty for walks through wentworth & surrounding areas. alwasy try & stop off at the garden centre for a quick snack & drink if we can
6. Camelot Play Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By sarasO4963IN
What a lovely day we have had at Camelot today! My boy and my little girl have enjoyed it so much . First they played then there was a baking session which was fantastic the kids loved it ..and then we had dinner ! The staff are excellent and so friendly and absolutely brilliant at their job . Entertainment is brilliant and the play area is set out well too . If you haven’t been then do pay a visit . In my eyes its like one big family playing together. Birthday parties are lots of fun too . All in all 10 out of 10 for us .
7. Chapel of our Lady on the Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By coopersf2017 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Member of friends group We open once per month (depending upon river depth ????♂️) from 10:30 until 14:00. Everyone welcome
8. Winthrop Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Winthrop Park is a small sensory garden in the ownership of Wickersley Parish Council with a team of over 50 volunteers tending the Gardens and running the Tea Rooms. The Gardens have a diverse selection of planting arrangemeats with lots of ideas to try in your own gardens, seasonal displays and delightful features such as 'Nellie' and our lichen Gardener! The Tea Rooms offer hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, paninis, home made soups, delicious cakes and scones. The 'Curiosity Shop' has a range of bargains and a great selection of books. In the Plant Sales area are a range of plants for sale with many propagated at Winthrop.
Reviewed By jackalineb - North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
We were delighted with our visit to the garden beautiful design and planting.Lots of colour and interesting plant combinations,really pretty garden its a one acre community garden owned by Wickersley parish council. Plants were for sale very reasonable/ Also a tearoom and curiosity corner.We really enjoyed our visit and will call again. Everyone was very helpful and friendly a lovely experience.
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