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Olivia Blake MP is holding a community meeting in Crosspool tonight about the Hallam Water campaign.
St Columba’s Church, S10 5PL
6pm this evening (Thursday 26 February)
She’ll be talking about water quality, sewage spills, and what action residents can take locally. All Hallam constituents are welcome to attend.
The spring issue of the Crosspool Clarion (Incorporating St Columba’s & Stephen Hill Church Newsletter) is available to download and read below.
Current issue: Volume 23-issue-1-Spring-2026
Back issues of past editions of the Clarion are also available to download.
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Our much‑loved Open Gardens returns!
Keen to support a charity close to your heart? Join this year’s Open Gardens and help make it a wonderful community day.
Saturday 27th June 2026 – 10.00am to 4.00pm
To take part, contact:
Ken Rutter and Sue Day 0114 268 0088 156kar@gmail.com
We hope you’ve had a fantastic start to the year!
Alex Gage wanted to remind you that they have been nominated for Optician of the Year Yorkshire and are so grateful for the support they’ve received so far!
Voting closes in 8 days, so there’s still time to help them bring this award home! If you haven’t voted yet, they would love your support. It only takes a moment, and every vote makes a huge difference.
Vote here: https://mylocalawards.co.uk/business/alex-gage-opticians/
Supporter of the Crosspool Open Gardens
Thank you once again for being part of Alex Gage Celebrating 30 years of optometric care in the community. Your support means the world to them!
Pancake Party at St Columba’s Church
Tuesday 17 February, 3.30pm–5.00p
Free to Attend
Join us for a fun-filled Pancake Party!
Bring along your favourite toppings and enjoy an afternoon of flipping, feasting, and community cheer.
For more information, contact:
tara.osborne@stcolumbacrosspool.org.uk
Discover Korean language and culture right here in Sheffield!
Sheffield Korean School offers a friendly, inclusive space for children and young people aged 5–16 to explore Korean language, traditions and fun cultural activities.
Every Saturday (term time) 10am–1pm King Edward VII – Lower School, 101 Darwin Lane, S10 5RG
Classes are tailored by age and ability:
Younger learners enjoy songs, games and hands‑on activities.
Older students build skills in reading, writing, grammar and real‑life communication
A brilliant way to learn something new, make friends and connect with a vibrant culture.
For more information: Paul Lee kwpaullee777.pl@gmail.com
The government announced today that it will deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail, meaning faster trains from Sheffield to Leeds and Manchester, upgrades to capacity at Sheffield station, and an important commitment to work with the city on the expansion of its tram-train network.
The announcement is great news for commuters who live in Crosspool, which will bring faster, more reliable journeys and give people access to more opportunities.
Crosspool councillor Minesh Parekh said: “Sheffield being included in Phase 1 of Northern Powerhouse Rail is great news for our city, and for Crosspool’s commuters; this means that we will be in the first tranche of projects and get better faster trains.”
“Outdated transport infrastructure has held Sheffield back for too long. Electrification of the line through to Leeds is very welcome and can’t come soon enough.”
More information about the changes can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/multi-billion-pound-drive-to-transform-rail-and-growth-across-yorkshire-and-north-east
A fresh chapter for The Sportsman!
The much‑loved Benty Lane pub closed its doors on Monday 12 January for a well‑deserved makeover.
The refurbishment will brighten the space, boost comfort, and keep the pub thriving as one of Crosspool’s favourite community hubs.
Great to see fresh investment in a place so many of us enjoy. They’re already looking forward to welcoming everyone back on Wednesday 28 January.
Stay tuned for the big reveal
As Sheffield sets out its 2026/27 council budget, many of the decisions being made in the Town Hall will be felt directly here in Crosspool. We’re a community that prides itself on neighbourliness, local action, and a strong sense of place, and the budget shapes the services and spaces that help those qualities thrive.
As a village‑within‑a‑city, Crosspool feels the impact quickly when maintenance slows, environmental projects shrink, or community programmes lose funding. From caring for our green spaces to keeping our pavements safe to supporting the groups that bring neighbours together, even small cuts can touch the everyday life of our community and the connections we rely on.
There are some reassuring signs. Continued protection for social care, community safety, and essential neighbourhood services matters to Crosspool just as much as anywhere else. Many residents rely on these services, and keeping them stable is vital for the wellbeing of families, older neighbours, and those who need extra support.
This is a moment for genuine engagement. Crosspool has a long tradition of stepping up through volunteers, local groups, and everyday acts of kindness. When the council works with communities, not just talks at them, we can shape solutions that reflect real local priories that puts local voices at the heart of Sheffield’s future.
Have your say, complete a short online survey about:-
How the council budget should be spent
What services matter most to you
How we make tough choices for the year ahead
Click the Budget Survey button to take part. Budget Survey
The survey takes 5–10 minutes to complete
Deadline: 1 February 2026
Your feedback will help inform decisions made at Budget Council in March 2026
The festive season often brings an increase in waste, with discarded Christmas trees making up a significant part of the problem. To help tackle this, Crosspool residents are invited to take part in the Crosspool Forum’s annual Christmas Tree Recycling initiative, an easy, eco‑friendly way to dispose of your tree responsibly.
Drag your Christmas tree down to the forecourt of Direct Travel on Sunday 4th January 2025, between 10am and 11.30am were Andrew Clayton, a local tree specialist, will be ready to recycle it for you. The shredded material will be used for mulching and composting purposes.
This community‑funded scheme provides a tree‑shredding service supported by small donations from residents. In recent years, the initiative has recycled hundreds of trees, diverting substantial waste from landfill. The shredded material is then put to good use for mulching and composting.
By choosing this recycling option over traditional disposal methods, residents help reduce pollution, support sustainability, and contribute to local environmental projects. It’s a simple action that makes a meaningful difference.
The Crosspool Forum extends its sincere thanks to Direct Travel for their generous support and cooperation. We look forward to seeing many Crosspool residents join in and help advance our community’s environmental goals.
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