Another free activity to add to your summer plans!☀️ If you're planning a visit to Clifton Park during this school holidays, don't forget that the Watersplash is open and ready for another summer of splashing and playing😊 Entry is free. Find out more here➡️ https://bit.ly/4wJJAiC #SummerSavings
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A new bus service that you can book via an app or phone call is available in Rotherham over the next 12 months. The service runs Monday to Saturday, from 5am to 6pm, with fares starting from £3. For more information visit➡️ https://sypn.gov.uk/ondemand or call 0114 504 6107.
A Yorkshire Day favourite!🤍 While there was plenty of support for our places across the borough, Wentworth Woodhouse emerged as a close favourite, attracting lots of praise from residents and visitors alike🏦 #YorkshireDay
The Rotherham Show returns to Clifton Park, with one of its most vibrant programmes yet🎉 Brought to you by Rotherham Council and partners, the show is a chance to celebrate everything that makes our borough special and the communities that make it thrive. ➡️ www.rotherham.gov.uk/rotherham-show
We've received reports of fraudulent calls claiming to be from the Rothercare service and asking for payment details. Please be cautious of unexpected calls asking for personal, banking or payment information. Never give your bank details or share personal information with someone you don’t know.
How safe do you feel in Rotherham town centre? Your thoughts matter to us and we want to know what your views are on safety within the town centre💭 Let us know your thoughts about safety, here➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/zxzqrqzksq
⚠️ Yorkshire water is carrying out repairs to a burst water main and have closed Fenton Road at the roundabout at the junction with the A629 Wortley Road. Please find an alternative route if you are travelling in this direction.
⚠️ Yorkshire Water is carrying out repairs to a burst water main on Mangham Road, Parkgate, A6123. Temporary two-way traffic lights are in place 🚦 Please find an alternative route if you are travelling in this direction.
A brand new mural has been officially unveiled at Thrybergh Country Park🎨 Ward Councillors, park staff and volunteers joined artists Rebecca Feneley and Natasha Clarke, to celebrate the installation which is inspired by our landscape, nature and the people who make this area special🌿
⚠️ Northern Power Grid is working on an urgent fault opposite Anston Brook Primary School on Ryton Road, North Anston. Temporary traffic lights are in place and will be manually controlled between 7am and 7pm🚦 Please find an alternative route if you are travelling in this direction.
Have you recently visited Rotherham town centre?🚶 If so, we want to hear from you! We’d love to hear from local families & children about what helps you to feel safe in public spaces🗣️ Complete our survey➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/nncslnekxc
Five locations across Rotherham have achieved Green Flag Award status for 2026🌳 Rotherham Crematorium and Cemetery, Clifton Park, Greasbrough Park, Rother Valley Country Park and Ulley Country Park have all been recognised for their quality and care🍃 Read more here➡️ http://bit.ly/3T78yJN
Do not swim in open water even if the water looks calm. Shallow water feels warmer at the edge of reservoirs, rivers, and lakes. Never jump into open water as deeper water is much colder even in hot weather. Cold water shock can kill in 60 seconds.
Rotherham Council is offering free swimming opportunities for children and young people throughout the summer holidays🏊 Youngsters aged 0 to 17 can enjoy free swimming sessions at all four Places Leisure centres in Rotherham during the school summer holidays. Find out more➡️ https://bit.ly/4fnZ6sM
⚠️ Planned road closure on Drummond Street Northern Powergrid will be repairing an urgent cable fault from 7am, 19 July to 6am, 20 July. Drummond Street, including access towards Tesco and the petrol station, will be closed. Signed diversions will be in place via Nottingham Street.
Do not swim in open water even if the water looks calm. Shallow water feels warmer at the edge of reservoirs, rivers, and lakes. Never jump into open water as deeper water is much colder even in hot weather. Cold water shock can kill in 60 seconds.
⚠️ Yorkshire Water is dealing with urgent repairs to fix a burst water main near the Total Energies Petrol Station on the A629 Wortley Road, Kimberworth. Please find an alternative route if you are travelling in this direction.
Have you noticed the new Street Safe Officers in Rotherham town centre? We introduced these officers to our streets following feedback from our last survey🚶 Complete the new survey, here➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/lsyaasemww
⚠️ From Sunday 19 July till Monday 31 August, Yorkshire Water will be carrying out a water main replacement scheme on Sheffield Road, Anston. To minimise disruption, please find an alternative route if you usually travel in this direction. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Rotherham has a range of services that can help you to build healthy habits with alcohol, including Drink Coach and Rotherham Alcohol and Drug Service🌿 DrinkCoach➡️ www.drinkcoach.org.uk Rotherham Alcohol and Drug Service➡️ www.wearewithyou.org.uk/local-hubs/rotherham-roads
The Market Hall is open!🎉 The new Market Hall is now open and welcomes you back to enjoy the same friendly traders, great value and service you know and trust. Hear from Andy at Joe's Butchers on his excitement of the move. #MoreThanAMarket #RotherhamMarket
⚠️ High temperatures expected. Some of our libraries have great air conditioning and a lot of good books: • Kimberworth • Maltby • Mowbray Gardens • Rawmarsh • Riverside House • Swinton • Thurcroft For more information➡️ www.rotherham.gov.uk/libraries/libraries-neighbourhood-hubs
How safe do you feel in Rotherham town centre? Your thoughts matter to us and we want to know what your views are on safety within the town centre💭 Let us know your thoughts about safety, here➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/uwwhmaulyx
Lord Hardy Court care home in has been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission⭐ Cllr Joanna Baker-Rogers, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, visited the care home earlier this week. Read more➡️
Lord Hardy Court rated ‘Good’ following inspection by the Care Quality Commission – Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
A Rotherham Council-run care home has been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission following its latest inspection.
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⚠️ With high temperatures expected, please protect yourself and others from the possible health effects of hot weather. For the latest heatwave advice and service disruption, visit➡️ www.rotherham.gov.uk/emergencies/changes-council-services-hot-weather
Do not swim in open water even if the water looks calm. Shallow water feels warmer at the edge of reservoirs, rivers, and lakes. Never jump into open water as deeper water is much colder even in hot weather. Cold water shock can kill in 60 seconds.
The Street Safe Team recently saw groups of young people entering the water at Treeton so talked to them about the safety risks associated with open water. Thanks to these conversations with the Street Safe Team, the young people were persuaded to stay out of the water or get out safely.
⚠️ All bin collections will start one hour earlier than usual this week. Please make sure your bins are out by 6am so we can collect them as planned🚛 To check your bin collection calendar, report a missed bin or see what goes in each bin, visit➡️ www.rotherham.gov.uk/bins
Rotherham has a range of services that can help you to build healthy habits with alcohol, including Drink Coach and Rotherham Alcohol and Drug Service🌿 DrinkCoach➡️ www.drinkcoach.org.uk Rotherham Alcohol and Drug Service➡️ www.wearewithyou.org.uk/local-hubs/rotherham-roads
We're just 3 days away from opening the doors! Hear from Paul at P&P Cobbler & Keys as the countdown to the new Market Hall continues. Paul is one of many traders preparing for an exciting new chapter when the Market Hall opens on Friday 10 July. #MoreThanAMarket #RotherhamMarket