Category Archives: weather

Flood Risk Surfaces

Posted on 7 August, 2020 by Chairman Crosspool Forum

How are different types of front garden surfaces contributing to a flood risk? Jessica, a Sheffield Hallam University student, is currently doing research for a postgraduate degree. Her research focuses on the different types of front garden surfaces across Sheffield, … Continue reading →

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Magnificent Seven bike race returns to Crosspool on 11 March 2018

Posted on 28 February, 2018 by robin

Cycists will take on the steep inclines of Hagg Hill and Stephen Hill on Sunday 11 March as part of the Magnificent Seven challenge. In 2017, competitors were greeted by local residents and a rainbow as they rode up Hagg … Continue reading →

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Bus gets stuck in Sandygate Road snow and ice

Posted on 16 January, 2018 by robin

Today’s snow and ice caused a 51 bus to get stuck on Sandygate Road this morning. More snow is forecast so do take extra care on the roads and pavements. Treacherous roads at Crosspool will review for aftermath appointments. pic.twitter.com/67dVOifZCT … Continue reading →

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History walks delve into Crosspool’s past

Posted on 29 June, 2017 by robin

The two Crosspool history walks went ahead this week despite the drizzly weather. 28 people attended the Tuesday morning walk and 15 ventured out on Wednesday  evening. A big thank you to Jan Millward for a very interesting two-hour journey … Continue reading →

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Cyclists compete in Magnificent Seven challenge in Crosspool

Posted on 20 March, 2017 by robin

Cyclists competing in the Magnificent Seven challenge were greeted by local residents and a rainbow as they rode up Hagg Hill on Sunday.

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Crosspool flash flooding latest

Posted on 21 July, 2016 by robin

An update from Amey, which came via our councillors, on flash flooding in Crosspool: Further to concerns over Cardoness Road, Barholm Road and Dransfield Road from recent flash flooding we would like to confirm that our design engineers have been … Continue reading →

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Crosspool Forum Open Meeting cancelled

Posted on 29 January, 2015 by robin

Tonight’s Open Meeting has been cancelled due to concerns over snow, ice and the safety of people attending. The new date for the meeting will be Thursday 12 February 2015 at St Columba’s church.  

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First big snowfall of the winter in Crosspool

Posted on 27 December, 2014 by robin

Up to 16cm of snow fell on Crosspool on Boxing day evening, causing delays for drivers and the cancellation of the 51 bus service. Traffic was moving slowly on roads all over Sheffield as the snow settled into the evening … Continue reading →

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Winter weather causes problems in Crosspool

Posted on 13 December, 2014 by robin

Snow and ice over the last few days has caused accidents and delays in Crosspool. On Thursday morning residents awoke to the first settled snow of the season in higher areas. It soon turned to slush, but the conditions still … Continue reading →

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Crosspool roads saved from gritting axe

Posted on 22 August, 2014 by robin

Several Crosspool roads will be gritted this winter following the results of a public consultation into winter road maintenance. Council chiefs have changed their mind on the gritting of 141 roads. Local streets including Hagg Hill, Coldwell Lane, Stephen Hill, … Continue reading →

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