You’re never more than 10 minutes from grren space in Sheffield - why not make the most of it this May bank holiday weekend.
Fancy a walk round a scenic park, with plenty to do while you’re there? have some of the best places for just that.
The May bank holiday weekend is here (May 1 - 4, 2026), and as of now, sunset it at 8.30pm in England - all the more reason to make the most of Sheffield’s green spaces until late.
Here are some great parks which you can find in Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster, many of them boasting not just beautiful scenery for a walk, but also other exciting activities while you’re there.
Playgrounds and parks are some of the best – and cheapest – ways to while away an hour or two.
We have included sites from all across South Yorkshire in the list.
Take a look at the gallery below and see how many you have been to.
5. Norfolk Park
Norfolk Park, home to many of Sheffield's big outdoor events, is another huge park, features including playgrounds and cafes. Photo: Sheffield Newspapers | Sheffield Newspapers Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
6. Meersbrook Park
Meersbrook Park has beautiful views across the city, as well as rolling fields, walled garden, sporta area and a children's playground. It is also home to Bishops' House, a museum dating back to 1554, in a building dating back to the reign of Mary Tudor. Photo: Brian Eyre
7. Hillsborough Park
Hillsborough Park, now famous as the venue for the Tramlines festival, features sports facilities, a children's playground, walled garden and cafe. Recent work has included rebuilding and extending the pavilion, extending the playground and creating a 'figure of eight' jogging and activities track. Photo: David Kessen, National World | National World Photo: David Kessen
8. Botanical Gardens
The Botanical Gardens, on Clarkehouse Road, Broomhall, has sprawling land, as well greenhouses displaying international plants found all across the world. There is a cafe near the main entrance, and a 'bear pit'. Picture: David Kessen, National World. | National World Photo: David Kessen