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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 the Walkie Talkies every Thursday morning at 10:30am for a lively and invigorating group walk. Routes alternate weekly between shorter strolls (4–6 miles) and longer treks (6–9 miles), offering something for every pace and preference.  The next walk, a 6 mile walk on 11th September, starts at Ashford in the Water car park behind the church.
Meeting points are planned ahead and shared on the group’s website. Each walk is led by one of their enthusiastic members, who volunteer to guide the way, with plenty of support from fellow walkers when needed.
Interested in giving it a go? All you need is a pair of sturdy hiking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a packed lunch, and a good dose of enthusiasm. While they value the health benefits of walking, they also cherish the social side, so a visit to a nearby pub is often on the cards to recharge and unwind.
For more information visit www.hcya.org.uk/walkie-talkies.
For further details please contact Dennis Dixon on 0114 2301398 or email at friends@hcya.org.uk
Rediscover, Reuse, Rejoice. The Crosspool Car Boot Sale is in the Crosspool Tavern Car Park, this Saturday, 6th September 2025. 8:00 am to 11:30 am
To pre-book a £6 pitch, Email: crosspoolforum@gmail.com
The Crosspool Tavern Car Boot Sale is a cherished Saturday tradition. It’s where neighbours, families, and treasure-seekers gather to swap stories, share smiles, and hunt for bargains.
Decluttering isn’t just about tidying; it’s a feel-good ritual, and when your once-loved items find new homes, it’s like passing on a little joy.
With a solid tarmacked site and delicious treats from the Tavern, the atmosphere stays upbeat, whatever the weather.
Whether you’re selling or browsing, there’s magic in uncovering hidden gems and giving them a second life.
A bicycle rack has been found in the grounds of Stephen Hill Church.
If you believe this may be yours, please call in at the church or give Bob a call on, 0114 2301 098.
We’d love to reunite it with its rightful owner!
If you are between 10 and 18 years old and enjoy playing badminton, you might be interested in joining Stephen Hill’s Junior Badminton Club.
The club meets every Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Stephen Hill Methodist Church, Manchester Road, during the term time.
Cost is £5.00 per half term.
The club welcomes players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. If you would like to have fun and improve your badminton skills, please don’t hesitate to contact Bob Townrow, Tele: 0114 2301098, E-mail: towniesrm@talktalk.net
The autumn issue of the Crosspool Clarion (Incorporating St Columba’s & Stephen Hill Church Newsletter) is available to download and read below.
Current issue:Â Volume 22-issue-3 Autumn -2025
Back issues of past editions of the Clarion are also available to download.
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Sheffield City Council – Streets Ahead.
Starting Monday 18th August, Lydgate Lane will be closed daily from 9:30am to 3:00pm for five days, to allow for essential highway maintenance.
During this period, it is advisable to plan your travel accordingly and seek alternative routes to avoid delays. For further details on the ongoing works, you can refer to http://www.sheffield.gov.uk/roads-pavements/roadworks or 0114 2734567
Yorkshire Water is launching its largest-ever environmental investment programme, with £8.3 billion set to be invested across the region over the next five years. This ambitious plan will upgrade infrastructure and improve services for customers, with £1.5 billion earmarked specifically for improving the sewer network to reduce reliance on storm overflows.
As part of this investment, Yorkshire Water and their contractor Ward & Burke will be carrying out ground investigation work at Carver Fields, starting Wednesday 13 August. These exploratory tests will help determine whether the site is suitable for potential underground upgrades to the network.
What will the investigations involve?
– Understanding groundwater levels and site pressur
– Assessing the suitability of the site for underground infrastructure.
– Drilling nine boreholes (approx. 20cm wide) at various locations over 3–4 weeks.
– Covering the boreholes and monitoring conditions through weekly visits for 6–8 weeks.
– Once complete, the holes will be safely backfilled.
These improvements are designed to protect local river health by reducing the need for storm overflows, paving the way for a cleaner, greener Crosspool for generations to come.
– Work will take place Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm. Occasionally, teams may work slightly later, with advance notice.
– No access to homes is required for this project. Please remember to ask for identification if approached by anyone claiming to be part of the team.
If you have questions, the project manager and senior project manager will be available on-site at Carver Fields during the following times:
– Wednesday 13 August, 1:00pm – 3:00pmÂ
– Tuesday 19 August, 9:30am – 11:30amÂ
Following the merger of the Police and Crime Commissioner role into the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Mayor Oliver Coppard has appointed Kilvinder Vigurs as Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime.
Kilvinder is keen to hear directly from residents about the priorities and concerns relating to policing and crime in our area. We are pleased to confirm that Ms Vigurs has agreed to  attend our next Crosspool Forum meeting, taking place tomorrow, Thursday 31 July at 7:00pm, at St. Columba’s Church, Manchester Road.
Ms Vigurs brings a wealth of experience, having begun her career as a probation officer and most recently served as Regional Probation Director for Yorkshire and the Humber. Her responsibilities include delivering the South Yorkshire Police and Crime Plan, chairing the Local Criminal Justice Board and the Safer Roads Partnership, and overseeing the Violence Reduction Unit.
Working alongside the Mayor, she will help steer improvements in policing and criminal justice services, tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, and commission services that support victims and reduce offending.
This is an important opportunity to have your voice heard, please do come along to St Columba’s Church tomorrow evening and take part in the conversation.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is launching a consultation aimed at current registered users and non-users of Community Transport (CT) Monday 14th July, for an opportunity for CT users and non-users to tell (SYMCA) what they think of the service and/or any barriers to using the service.
Registered customers who have not used CT for over 6 months will receive a paper copy of the survey and have until Sunday 24th August to complete and send back via the pre-paid envelope.
This survey will also be available on the Travel South Yorkshire website or via the QR link.
If you require a paper copy of the survey, please contact us on 0800 952 0002 or enquiries@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Mayoral Combined Authority
Email: Bus.Team@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
11 Broad Street West
Sheffield, S1 2BQ
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