1 Week In South Yorkshire
So you've got a week in
South Yorkshire - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here. Last updated 5th February 2024
If you have 7 days to spend in South Yorkshire, here are some suggestions on how to spend your time:
- Visit the iconic Sheffield Cathedral, which has been a place of worship for over 1,000 years. Take a guided tour and learn about the history of the Cathedral. This will take about 1-2 hours.
- Explore the Millennium Gallery in Sheffield, which showcases contemporary art, craft, and design. Plan to spend about 1-2 hours here.
- Take a walk in Botanical Gardens in Sheffield and enjoy the beautiful greenery and flowers. Take a picnic and enjoy your time here. This will take about an hour or two.
- Visit the Yorkshire Sculpture Park near Wakefield which has many open-air sculptures set in beautiful landscapes. Plan to spend about 2-3 hours here.
- Check out the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield and learn about the history of coal mining in the UK. Plan to spend about 2-3 hours here.
- Explore the Barnsley Market, which is over 700 years old, and try some local food and drink. Plan to spend about 1-2 hours here.
For places to stay, there are many options such as hotels, guest houses or even a camping option at the Clumber Park. You can also consider Airbnb or serviced apartments to stay in South Yorkshire.
