We hope you had the chance to enjoy this year’s festival well‑dressing on the grassy bank at the junction of Selborne Road and Watt Lane, a vibrant highlight of our community celebrations, sponsored by Layers Flooring.
For fourteen years now, Crosspool has proudly created a well dressing as part of the festival, and this year’s display was no exception. Inspired by Care in Crosspool, the artwork was lovingly crafted by volunteers who transformed natural materials into an intricate and heartfelt design. Their creativity and dedication shone through, capturing the true spirit of caring within our community.
A joyful Dedication Ceremony, led by Steve Ellis and warmly supported by local residents, took place at 6pm on Friday 26 June. It brought neighbours together in a moment of shared pride, with everyone’s presence and enthusiasm helping to make the occasion truly special and ensuring this cherished tradition continues to flourish.
Donations made at the dedication, however small, were gratefully received and will be passed in full to “Care in Crosspool”, supporting the very inspiration behind this year’s beautiful design.
Scarecrows created by households, local Scouts and Brownies transformed front gardens across Crosspool during this year’s Festival. As expected, the neighbourhood delivered: fabulous creations, mischievous characters, and even a few world‑class football champions made an appearance.
Following the trail became an adventure in itself. At every stop, people were surprised and delighted by the ingenuity, humour and sheer dexterity on display. Each scarecrow offered something new to appreciate and enjoy, turning the whole route into a celebration of imagination and community spirit.
- First place: – Gazza – Turton Family – Headland Drive (TOP)
Prize: Hudson’s Kitchen – Breakfast for two - Second place: – Three Lions –Rose, Ella, Owen and Rafe – Delph House
Prize: Crosspool Fish Bar- supper for two - Third Place: -World Cup Legend – Cartledge Family -Vernon Delph
Prize: – Pet Shop – voucher
Warm praise all round from visitors to this years Open Gardens, Saturday 27 June, and rightly so. Well done to every one of you for the hard work, creativity, and sheer determination that made it happen.
Even the weather decided to cool itself for a while, giving people the chance to wander out, join in, and enjoy the day. It felt as though the whole community took a collective breath and stepped forward together, making the most of the day and the welcome sense of festivity in the air.
People from across the area flocked to Selborne Road on Sunday 28 June to enjoy the Crosspool street market, picking up local food, drink, gifts and handmade crafts. Thanks to the beautiful weather, many visitors made an afternoon of it, taking in performances that included singing from Lydgate Infant School pupils, Irish dancing and live music from the Cellar V Band. Even the local shops joined the fun, throwing open their doors for the day and adding to the festival feel.
More Crosspool Festival events,
A well‑attended illustrated talk at Stephen Hill Church on Thursday 2nd July threw a welcome spotlight on the exquisite cutlery and flatware produced by three distinguished local firms. The presentation was warmly received, with enthusiastic feedback from those who came to celebrate this proud part of Sheffield craftsmanship.
On Saturday 4 July saw the Coldwell Lane CDYST sports field come alive. In warm sunshine, hundreds of Crosspool residents streamed in for our annual Summer Fayre, a fantastic celebration of community, friendship, and early‑summer cheer.
What unfolded was one of those golden Crosspool days: sunny skies, a field full of activity, and a wonderful mix of outdoor and indoor fun for all ages. From stalls and games to refreshments and displays, there was a real sense of people lingering, chatting, and enjoying being together.
Thanks to thoughtful planning and a cheerful dose of unmistakable Crosspool spirit, the Fayre became the perfect opportunity for neighbours and friends to meet, mingle, and make the most of the season. A bright, busy, good‑humoured day that showed our community at its best.
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