Lest we forget the Rotherham poppy appeal volunteers
The poppy has become the symbol of remembrance, a way for us to honour the armed forces community past and present. But we must also not forget the volunteers who give their time each November to run the poppy appeal on behalf of the Royal British Legion. The Rotherham, Rawmarsh...
An exhibition of epic proportions arrives at Clifton Park Museum
This autumn, step into the world of giants as a new exhibition at Clifton Park Museum celebrates the titans who have had a huge impact on Rotherham’s story. Giants of Rotherham is a free exhibition that runs until January 2024. The upper floor rooms at Clifton Park Museum have been...
Rotherham pensioner flies Spitfire younger than he is
There’s no age limit on adventure, as Rotherham’s Peter Foster has found out once again. To celebrate both his 84th birthday and 60th wedding anniversary, which fall on the same day, Peter took to the skies for a once-in-a-lifetime flight in a Spitfire. This was yet another item ticked off...
Do something brilliant and join u3a
September marks the start of a new year for members of Rotherham u3a. So what better time to sign up to join them. If you’ve always wanted to learn a particular skill or if you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others, Rotherham u3a could be a good option for you....
Bailey bridge installed at Rotherham’s Forge Island
There’s a striking new feature to the Rotherham skyline as a pedestrian bridge has been installed to connect the town centre to the Forge Island leisure development. The design is inspired by Rotherham-born civil engineer, Sir Donald Bailey, who designed and developed the world-famous Bailey bridges that were used by...
Rotherham Hospice’s Midnight Memory Walk is back!
This June, the much-loved Midnight Memory Walk organised by Rotherham Hospice is back following a seven-year hiatus with a Millers legend leading the way once again. When Rotherham United’s John Breckin was made a hospice ambassador last September, one of his first missions was to resurrect the annual midnight walk...
A festival with WOW factor returns to Rotherham
This June, Rotherham town centre will host a festival of colour, conversation and culture as WOW Women of the World Festival Rotherham returns for a second year. After the success of last year’s inaugural event, WOW Rotherham, which celebrates women, girls, and non-binary people, is back with a new location...
UPLIFT Skate & Arts Festival returns to Rotherham
This April, Rotherham town centre will once again be transformed into an urban playground as UPLIFT Rotherham Skate & Art Festival returns for 2023. Following the success of last year’s inaugural festival, UPLIFT is back with a new Easter slot with three days of free skating activities, live music and...
Rotherham BMX track takes it up a gear
With urban roots, BMX racing has gone from the skatepark to the Olympic arena in recent years, fuelling the popularity amongst the younger generation. For those looking to hone their skills on two wheels, Rotherham BMX Club provides first-class coaching on a competition-standard track. Based in Kimberworth, the volunteer-run club...
Rotherham Real Ale and Music Festival celebrates 30 years in 2023
Get ready for a chuffin’ pearler… It’s 30 years since the very first Rotherham Real Ale Festival, and to mark the occasion the event organisers have planned a proper reyt good knees up at Magna. This year’s theme is The Great Yorkshire Beer Festival where visitors can have a gander...
