Discover Elsecar
Elsecar is a village located in South Yorkshire, governed by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. With a population of around 2,500, it is known for its rich industrial heritage. The Elsecar Heritage Centre offers insight into the area's historical significance as a hub for mining and ironworks.
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Barley Sheaf Hotel
The Barley Sheaf Hotel in Wombwell offers comfortable stays and a lively pub atmosphere with a fantastic family beer garden.
Premier Inn Sheffield / Barnsley - M1 Jct36
Premier Inn Barnsley (Dearne Valley) hotel
Enjoy a comfortable and highly-rated stay at Premier Inn Barnsley (Dearne Valley), known for its friendly service and great food.
Impeccable 4-Bed House in Barnsley
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Things to Do in Elsecar
Elsecar Park
Located in Elsecar, this convenient pay-and-display parking facility is ideal for visitors exploring the nearby Elsecar Heritage Centre and the picturesque park. With easy access to craft shops, a mining history exhibition, and lovely gardens, it's a perfect starting point for a delightful day out. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with your dog or relax at the café after a day of discovery.
Broomhill Flash Nature Reserve
Discover Broomhill Flash Nature Reserve in Wombwell, a cherished haven for wildlife and birdwatching with excellent viewing hides.
Highfield Park
Highfield Park in Wombwell offers convenient parking for visitors exploring the charming local area. Situated near a primary school, this park provides easy access to nearby attractions and is perfect for families visiting the region. While the park itself is small, it is a lovely spot for a quick visit.
Food & Drink
Coffee Thyme
Discover Coffee Thyme in Wombwell, a highly-rated cafe known for its delicious food, friendly service, and excellent value.
Snapehill road convenience store Barnsley
Discover Snapehill Road Convenience Store in Barnsley, offering a wide array of daily essentials, fair prices, and fast delivery.
Balti Palace Wombwell
Experience authentic Indian cuisine and warm hospitality at Balti Palace Wombwell, a highly-rated local favourite.
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Geographic Facts
This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Population
- 2,500
- Administrative area
- Barnsley
- Dialing code
- 01226
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Walk: Wentworth Woodhouse
A pleasant walk that includes one of South Yorkshire's most impressive stately homes as well as taking in the beautiful country side around the estate. The Route what3words for start point: ///september.helped.alarmed Start Point: Wentworth, Rotherham S62 7TQ Finish Point: Wentworth Distance: 6 Miles GPX Route Map wentworth-woodhouseDownload Walk Description There are extensive grounds to explore in Wentworth Woodhouse that perfectly marry with the stunning architecture of the property before continuing onto Scholes on a circular route. Enjoy the countryside has you head back to the village of Wentworth to take a well earned rest and enjoy the local hospitality
Walk: Wombwell Wood
An saunter through the woodland at Wombwell near Barnsley. The Route Start / Finish Point: Woodhead Ln, Hoyland, Wombwell, Barnsley S74 9SZ (just off Wombwell Wood Roundabout) Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirewombwellwoodDownload Walk Description From the Wombwell Wood car park, walk back towards the entrance, and turn left, to follow the hard track to the second car park. Take the path straight ahead to reach the first, smaller lake. Turn left and walk alongside the larger lake. Follow this track as it moves deeper into the wood. At the first track heading off to the left, turn left and follow this. After a while the track splits - take the left hand fork here. When you reach the end of this track, turn left, following the main cutting into the wood. After a short while, a footpath becomes clear on the right - take this, and follow it through the trees and out onto a clearing with a junction of paths. Turn left here, and then next right, to take you back to the opposite side of the car park.
Walk: Darfield Circular
The wonderful village of Darfield, near Barnsley in South Yorkshire, is one of contrasts, and this walk takes in the traditional mining heart, the new areas and the impressive All Saints Church. The Route Start Point: Snipe Hill Road, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9LP Finish Point: Snipe Hill Road, Darfield, Barnsley, S73 9LP Distance: 3 Miles GPX Route Map walkshire-darfieldDownload Walk Description From the bus stop on Snape Hill Road near Darfield Fish Bar, walk towards Havelock Street, which should branch out on the right. Carry on along Snape Hill Road, and if you are walking on the left side of the road, look to cross over when you can. Continue past Darfield Primary School on the left, and Valley Methodist Church on the right, until the road turns sharply to the left. On the right side of the bend, there’s a snicket branching off to the right - take this, and come out onto Margaret Close. Cross over Margaret Close, and follow the path as it continues straight ahead, cutting between the houses, to reach Upperwood Road. Close over, and turn left, then right up Milano Rise, but keep to the pavement on the right as it leaves the road into the playing field. Follow the path, with the houses on the left and continue down the snicket between houses to find Barnsley Road. Turn right, and follow the road to turn left down North Street, then continue until the crossroads with Illsley Road. Turn right onto Illsley Road and follow it until the reaches Nanny Marr Road. Turn left and just before the metal barriers, cross over Nanny Marr Road at the dropped curb. Turn left, cross over School Street, then turn right to walk along the A635 Doncaster Road. Continue to follow the A635, until just after you cross Pinfold Road, turn right down the steps of the public footpath, to walk through the play area. The path is clear as it enters the small wood, and exits through the churchyard of All Saints Church. Walk down Church Street to reach Vicar Road. Cross over, and head right, then left around the corner, to be walking along Church Street. Turn left down St Mary's Road, then right down Doveside Drive; then left, and following the road around to the right, but remaining on Doveside Drive. Follow this road until a road called The Willows branches off to the right. Follow this and you reach the main road of Snipe Hill Road again, and here, turn left to walk back to the bus stop.
Walk: Worsbrough Mill Country Park
An easy walk around some of the 240 acres of tranquil grounds around Worsbrough Mill - a 17th Century working water mill - and Worsbrough Reservoir. Located just 2.8 miles from the centre of Barnsley, Worsbrough Mill Country Park covers over 240 acres and holds Local Nature Reserve status. Sculptures, murals and trails are dotted around the park. The Route what3words for start point: ///vibrate.reason.shin Start Point: Worsbrough Mill Country Park car park (S70 5LJ) Finish Point: Worsbrough Mill Country Park Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map walkshireworsbroughmillcountryparkDownload Walk Description Walk from the car park down towards Worsbrough Mill. Just as the road turns to the right, take the track to the left and walk along to the end of the hedgerow. Look sharp left and head towards the gap in the wall in the distance. Carefully cross the A61 road and go through the gap in the wall on the other side of the road. Take the right path through the trees and then follow the path on the ground to the right back towards the A61. Go through another gap in the wall, and carefully cross the road again, finding the footpath sign to your left. Follow this track into the wood and turn right along the footpath just before the third bridge. With a drain on the left and woods of the right, follow the path as it snakes around. Just after the path enters the woodland completely, cross over Brough Green Brook using the footbridge. Ignoring the path to the right, leave the wood and reach Haverlands Lane. Turn right and carefully walk along this road. There is only a small grass verge here, so care is required to be safe. The road turns to the left, then right, then just as it turns to the left again, take the Trans Pennine Trail entrance on the RIGHT. Walk along the TPT for a short while, and just at a junction of paths turn right, then left, to follow the path over a footbridge to walk on the shore of the reservoir. At the dam on the right, go straight on through the trees and around to the right, on a road which runs diagonal away from the dam. Turn right over the bridge, and follow the signs past the Mill back to the car park. Afterwards Check out Miller's Tearoom at Worsbrough Mill for a cuppa.