Sheffield is an ideal destination for a city break or corporate event, offering a diverse urban scene with beautiful outdoor spaces. Its unique location on the doorstep of the Peak District makes it popular with outdoor enthusiasts, but even within the city boundaries you will find many beautiful parks that are perfect for families and dog walkers.
With plenty of pet-friendly apartments available, there’s no need to leave your pooch at home. Here are some of the best parks to visit in Sheffield to let you and your four legged friend stretch your legs.
Millhouses Park
Millhouses Park is located about three miles south west of the city centre, and is a family favourite destination for its wide range of facilities. It boasts a skate park, outdoor gym equipment, a bike track, a zip line, a climbing wall, playing fields, a playground, a basketball court, a boating lake, and a bowling green.
The 12.87 hectare park is part of the River Sheaf Corridor, with direct access to the city centre as well as the countryside beyond. There’s woodland with a large mixture of native and ornamental trees, and attractive flower beds and green spaces.
Endcliffe Park
Endcliffe Park is a large park and woodlands just a few minutes west of the city centre. It was opened in 1887 to commemorate the Jubilee of Queen Victoria, and is a popular destination for families. There’s a large children’s playground, a parkour facility, and open green spaces for ball games.
There’s also duck ponds and riverside walks, and a network of foot and cycle paths that lead into the Porter Valley and beyond to the Peak District.
Graves Park
Graves Park is a large 200 acre park to the south west of the city centre, containing ancient woodlands that have been protected from development. There’s lakes, streams, a cafe, two children’s playgrounds and an Animal Farm that is free to visit.
