Wales

Civil Parish in Yorkshire Rotherham

England

Wales

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park Credit: Tom Page

Wales, Yorkshire is a civil parish located in the county of South Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles east of the city of Sheffield, this small village is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham. Wales is set amidst picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and scenic environment.

The village of Wales has a rich history dating back to medieval times, and evidence of ancient settlements can still be seen in the form of earthworks and burial mounds. The area is also known for its connections to the coal mining industry, which played a significant role in the local economy during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Wales is a close-knit community with a population of around 1,500 people. The village boasts a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.

In terms of transport links, Wales is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The M1 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient access to Sheffield, Leeds, and other major cities in the region. The village is also served by regular bus services, allowing residents to travel to nearby areas without the need for a car.

Overall, Wales, Yorkshire is a peaceful village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Its idyllic location and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle within easy reach of urban centers.

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Wales Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.341105/-1.290959 or Grid Reference SK4782. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
Footbridge over the Sheffield-Lincoln railway The railway here is adjacent to a large comprehensive school and I suspect that the severe design is intended to discourage vandalism
Footbridge over the Sheffield-Lincoln railway
The railway here is adjacent to a large comprehensive school and I suspect that the severe design is intended to discourage vandalism
The Sheffield-Lincoln railway running through Wales Wales, the suburb of Rotherham that is. This shot looks west from a farm access bridge.
The Sheffield-Lincoln railway running through Wales
Wales, the suburb of Rotherham that is. This shot looks west from a farm access bridge.
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Aston Park Fisheries Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Aston Park Fisheries
Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
M1 nearing Junction 31
M1 nearing Junction 31
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun
This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park
On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley
The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Rother Valley Country Park On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Rother Valley Country Park
On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Rother Valley Park - North end One of the difficulties of locating the photographer position on the 1940's map is that the lake wasn't there then and the river has been moved. On a crisp November morning (actually nearer 13:30), a couple of hardy souls were taking to the water on their jet skis. Brrr! The photo, looking north, looks towards Swallownest just visible in the distance.
Rother Valley Park - North end
One of the difficulties of locating the photographer position on the 1940's map is that the lake wasn't there then and the river has been moved. On a crisp November morning (actually nearer 13:30), a couple of hardy souls were taking to the water on their jet skis. Brrr! The photo, looking north, looks towards Swallownest just visible in the distance.
Norwood Industrial Estate Norwood Industrial Estate is built either side of the now disused section of the Chesterfield Canal.
Norwood Industrial Estate
Norwood Industrial Estate is built either side of the now disused section of the Chesterfield Canal.
Railway Round the Bend Just around this corner of the Sheffield to Lincoln railway is Kiveton Bridge station.
Railway Round the Bend
Just around this corner of the Sheffield to Lincoln railway is Kiveton Bridge station.
Wales Shopping Most of the shops in Wales are located on this bump in the road.  The pub on the right is called The Forge, no doubt taking its name from an ancient forge which once stood on the spot or alternatively from a brewery marketing departments efforts one Friday afternoon.
Wales Shopping
Most of the shops in Wales are located on this bump in the road. The pub on the right is called The Forge, no doubt taking its name from an ancient forge which once stood on the spot or alternatively from a brewery marketing departments efforts one Friday afternoon.
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Wales is located at Grid Ref: SK4782 (Lat: 53.341105, Lng: -1.290959)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: South Yorkshire

District: Rotherham

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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Fuel
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Crossing
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Historic: monument
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Wales Square War Memorial
Historic: memorial
Inscription: SAPPER J E ASHTON ROYAL ENGINEERS SERGEANT E BAILEY ROYAL ARTILLERY L/BOMBARDIER R HARMSTON ROYAL ARTILLERY GUNNER O HUGHES ROYAL ARTILLERY DRIVER C PERRY RASC PRIVATE I E ELLIS RAMC STF SERGEANT K WHETTON RAMC SERGEANT G A BATEMAN 10TH ROYAL HUSS
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Post Box
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Pharmacy
Lloyds Pharmacy
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Restaurant
Asia Palace
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Nisa
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Bench
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Defibrillator
Access: yes
Check Date: 2023-03-09
Defibrillator Location: On school gatepost.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
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