A colourful weekend celebrating Sheffield’s creativity in one of the city’s most beautiful settings.
Sheffield’s biggest outdoor art show returns to the Sheffield Botanical Gardens, on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September 10.30am–5.30pm. Advance booking only via Eventbrite; Tickets £8.50 (Under‑16s free with an adult).
Thousands of artworks, sculptures and craft pieces will be on display, with food stalls and family‑friendly areas throughout. All just a short walk or bus ride down the hill from Crosspool.
“Hi there, have you started making your scarecrow for this year’s competition”.
If not, why not pop into the Crosspool Pet Supplies on Sandygate Road and pick up your entry form or download one Here.
The Crosspool Summer Festival’s Scarecrow Competition is a treasured tradition, inviting the Crosspool community to display their creativity and spirit.
This year’s theme, ‘Football World Cup,’ offers a broad canvas for participants to express their admiration for sports icons in a fun and unique way.
With an entry fee of only £4, it’s an accessible event for all residents in the Crosspool area. The display period from Friday, June 26th to Friday, July 3rd will allow the public to appreciate the ingenuity of your scarecrow.
The winners of the three excellent prizes, donated by local businesses, will be announced at the Crosspool Summer Fayre, Coldwell Lane Park/Sports Hall, Saturday 4th July 2026.
This event not only encourages community engagement but also supports the Crosspool Festival Charity, “Care in Crosspool” making it a meaningful and enjoyable occasion for everyone involved.
This Sunday 29 March 2026 Start 09.30am Arundel Gate
A major event in the UK’s running calendar, the Sheffield Half Marathon is South Yorkshire’s biggest event of its kind. Thousands of runners of all abilities will be taking part, raising many thousands of pounds for numerous great causes. With a city centre start and finish, a huge crowd of enthusiastic supporters will cheer participants out and back. The event boasts a stunningly scenic route with majestic views of the Peak District on the climb to Ringinglow. Scenic Route Map The race even incorporates a ‘triple test’ giving entrants a chance to be crowned Peaks Challenge winners in a timed hill climb, triumph in a timed 10K downhill sprint section, and cross the finish line first to lift the Sheffield Half Marathon title. This really is an event of which the whole of Yorkshire can be proud. So don’t miss it.
Heads or Tails, Sheffield’s newest public artwork, celebrates a story the city knows off by heart, but the world often forgets; modern football began here. With its bold, football‑inspired design, the sculpture is more than just decoration, it’s a tribute to the innovations that shaped the global game.
The journey starts in 1857, when Nathaniel Creswick and William Prest founded Sheffield Football Club, the world’s first football club. A year later they wrote the Sheffield Rules, the earliest codified laws of the sport, introducing free kicks, throw‑ins, corners and a more organised style of play that would influence the Football Association and the modern game.
Hallam FC followed in 1860, based at Sandygate Road, Crosspool, now recognised as the oldest football ground in the world. Their first meeting with Sheffield FC on 26 December 1860 created the world’s oldest football derby, a tradition still alive today.
Heads & Tails, funded through a public crowdfunding campaign by Sheffield Home of Football (SHOF), stands as a celebration of this remarkable heritage. Set on Surrey Street, it reminds us that Sheffield didn’t simply take part in football’s early story, it shaped it. Created by Sheffield-born artist David Westby and crafted by local makers, the artwork invites passers-by to pause, reflect, and take pride in a city whose creativity, rivalry, and community spirit helped turn a rough pastime into the world’s favourite sport.
In metal rather than ink, the sculpture writes a new chapter in Sheffield’s football story, one rooted firmly in local soil, craft and identity.
Funded by Sheffield city council south-west local area committee. Sheffield Carers Service is part of Crossroads Care Rotherham (Charity No: 1062664)
Sheffield Carers Service supports the well‑being of unpaid carers across the city by offering essential information, advice, and practical and emotional support. Now part of Crossroads Care Charity (since early 2026), the service builds on more than 30 years of experience helping carers navigate local support in Sheffield.
Over 12,000 residents are already part of this caring community. If you look after a family member or friend who is frail, disabled, ill, or living with a mental health condition, you’re welcome to join them. A full definition of who counts as a carer is available via this link
Crosspool Social celebrated at 11 Downing Street small business reception
Katie from Crosspool Social outside Number 11.
Crosspool Social, the local café located on Sandygate Road in Crosspool, attended a drinks reception at Number 11 Downing Street on Monday 13th October which had been organised to celebrate the vital contribution of small businesses to our country.
The café was invited to attend the reception by local MP Olivia Blake, who said that Crosspool Social had ‘become a cherished part of the local community… as a venue where creativity, connection, and community spirit flourish.
In their Facebook status about their invitation, Katie from Crosspool Social said that she was ‘so proud of the impact we have already made with the cafe. Thank you to Olivia Blake MP for the invitation (we’re honoured!) and to everyone who has bought a coffee, cake, pie or pint, or supported us by attending one of our events.’
Minesh Parekh, Crosspool Councillor and a member of Sheffield City Council’s Economic Development committee said: “Small businesses like Crosspool Social are the backbone of our city’s economy. I’m really glad that our MP Olivia Blake chose Crosspool Social, which is such an important anchor in our local community, and that the team got a much-deserved celebration in Downing Street.”
The Sheffield Mutual 10K kicks off at 9:30am from Arundel Gate, Sunday, 28 September 2025. Welcoming runners aged 15 and over, the 10-kilometre route winds them through Sheffield’s city centre and out into the leafy western suburbs.
In addition to the main race, Mini and Junior Runs will be held to encourage participation from younger residents. Mini run – 12:30 – 1.5KM-Age between 3 & 8. All children must run with a parent or guardian Junior run – 12:00 -2.5KM Ages between 9 & 14 Open to children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with disabilities or any other special considerations. Every finisher will receive a goody bag and that all-important medal to show off with pride.
To ensure the safety of participants and spectators Temporary Road closures and traffic restrictions will be in place from Saturday, 27th September. Crosspool residents and visitors are advised to plan journeys accordingly. CLICK here for a full list of road closures, including approximate times.
Sounds like Hillsborough Park is the place to be this Sunday, 14th September, 12pm to 4pm Parkside Rd, Sheffield S6 2AB
The park is hosting an Open Day packed with activities for all ages: -tennis, padel, basketball, football, minigolf, and plenty more to explore.
Whether you’re up for a friendly match, trying something new, or just soaking in the community vibes, it’s a great chance to enjoy one of Sheffield’s most beloved green spaces.
Join staff, teachers and pupils to Celebrate 50 Wonderful Years of Lydgate Junior School – This Saturday 12th July 2-5pm at the school.
Tickets are just £3 and can be purchased via this linkor by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer. Let’s make it a day to remember, past pupils, families, and friends all welcome!
