Welcome to Shafton

Shafton is a small village located in the South Yorkshire region of England. It is situated between the towns of Barnsley and Doncaster and is part of the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The village has a population of around 2,000 people and is known for its rich history and beautiful countryside.

One of the main attractions in Shafton is the Shafton Two Gates Colliery, which was once a thriving coal mine in the area. The colliery closed in 1984, but the site has been transformed into a nature reserve and is now a popular spot for walking and birdwatching. The village also has a number of historic buildings, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

Shafton is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with the Pennine Hills to the west and the River Dearne running through the village. The area is popular with hikers and cyclists, with a number of trails and routes to explore. The village also has a number of local amenities, including shops, pubs, and restaurants, making it a great place to live or visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Shafton Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo-Anne Charalambous	High Street Shafton Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8QA 01226710386 School Website
Cherry Dale Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Brown	Royston Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8AA 01226719700 School Website
Outwood Academy Shafton Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Mcqueen	Engine Lane Shafton Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8RE 01226717730 School Website
Churchfield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Bean	Snydale Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8JR 1226710523 School Website
South Hiendley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Henshall	George Street South Hiendley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9BY 1226711485 School Website
Brierley Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Samantha Benson	Beech Close Brierley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9EJ 01226711332 School Website
Milefield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Trickett	Milefield Lane Grimethorpe Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 7BH 1226710329 School Website
Outwood Academy Carlton Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Principal Paul Haynes	Royston Lane Carlton Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 3EW 01226728494 School Website
Carlton Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alex Steadman	Fish Dam Lane Carlton Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 3HF 01226722166 School Website
Birkwood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Daniel Wood	Darfield Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8HG 01226710447 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Fitzwilliam Railway Terrace, Fitzwilliam, West Yorkshire, WF9 5DA 3.10 Miles

Barnsley Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP 3.89 Miles

Moorthorpe Barnsley Road, Moorthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF9 3AT 4.24 Miles

Darton Station Road, Darton, South Yorkshire, S75 5HX 5.04 Miles

South Elmsall Station Road, South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, WF9 2HP 5.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Am-Pm Day And Night Airport Travel 01924 256250 11 Millside, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8NX 0.26 Miles
Barnsley Taxicall 01226 699699 24 Cherry Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8TW 0.80 Miles
Daz's Taxis 07772 475111 13 Mallory Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8BT 0.95 Miles
Daz's Airport Transfers 4U 01226 716727 Saint John's Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 8BY 1.31 Miles
Banners Private Hire 01226 714153 91 High Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 7BD 1.61 Miles
Response Taxis 01226 722677 Unit 93/Carlton Ind Est/Albion Rd, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3HW 1.97 Miles
Jackos Mini Buse Hire 01226 217199 22 Fylde Close, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 2SN 2.03 Miles
K G Private Hire 01226 285583 32 Preston Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 2RU 2.16 Miles
Taxi Firm 01226 321666 Carlton Ind Est/Shawfield Rd, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3HS 2.35 Miles
Street Cars Barnsley 01226 321666 Unit E8 Carlton Industrial Estate, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3HS 2.35 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
108 High Street Shafton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shafton Two Gates No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandybridge Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
168 Weet Shaw Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pontefract Road Albert Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clifton Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sidcop Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brierley Post Office Box Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Engine Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
44 Main Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cudworth Post Office Box Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
South Hiendley Post Office Box Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
101 Cross Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tun Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Snydale Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Shafton Surgery	Units 5&6 Two Gates Way Shafton Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8WL
Ahmed N ( Cudworth ) 01226 781690	Cudworth Health Centre Rose Tree Avenue Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8UA
South Hiendley Surgery	Main Street South Hiendley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9AB
Brierley Medical Centre 01226 711278	Church Drive Brierley Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 9HZ
The Rose Tree Pms Practice 01226 707120	White Rose Med Practice Cudworth Ctr,Carlton St Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8SU

Local Stores

Cudworth
Barnsley Road
Cudworth
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S72 8JJ
01226 715846
Store Website
1.18 miles

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SPAR Royston Lane
Royston Lane
Royston
Barnsley
S71 4NJ
01226 722636
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Abbey Veterinary Group
212 Barnsley Road Cudworth Barnsley South Yorkshire S72 8UJ 01226 716802 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 1.27 miles


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Abbey Veterinary Group
123 Midland Road Royston Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 4PX 01226 722773 info@abbeyvetsgroup.co.uk Website 1.64 miles


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Hemsworth Vets4pets Ltd
Wakefield Road Hemsworth Pontefract West Yorkshire WF9 4AB hemsworth@vets4pets.com Website 2.76 miles

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The Pet Vet
Wakefield Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 1NN 01226 297125 barnsley@thepetvet.co.uk Website 3.11 miles
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Animal Trust Vets Cic Barnsley
Beever Court Pontefract Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 1HG Barnsley@animaltrust.org.uk Website 3.72 miles

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Greenside Veterinary Surgery
14-16 Greenside Staincross Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 6GU 01226 382700 simon@forensicvet.co.uk 3.78 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons. Rabbit Ings Country Park Shafton 0.88 miles

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Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways! La Terrazza The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6QL 4.01 miles Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.

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Walton Colliery Nature Park
This Is A Great Place To Walk Dogs In All Weather! There Are A Number Of Different Routes You Can Take Around The Park, There Are A Couple Of Lakes/Ponds Which Do Have Ducks/Geese But There Are Still Plenty Of Spots Where The Dogs Can Get In For A Swim. Sunday Is A Popular Day For Horse Riders So Something To Watch Out For. The Train Track Is Fenced But Best Use Caution When Walking Past To Ensure Your Dog Doesn’T Get Past. 9 The Balk Walton Wakefield WF2 6JZ 4.41 miles Free Parking Is Available Wf2 6Nb

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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods. Fox &Amp; Hounds 672 Barnsley Rd Newmillerdam Wakefield WF2 6QQ 4.83 miles

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Frickley Country Park
Lots Of Different Routes, Mainly Pathed Out To Follow. Great Walk For The Dogs, Can Get Muddy When It’S Been Raining. Pontefract Lancashire 5.29 miles Parking Off Doncaster Road

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Worsbrough Mill Country Park
Worsbrough Mill Country Park Covers Over 240 Acres, And Is A Haven For Wildlife. This Easy, Gentle Walk Features The Reservoir And Woodland. The Mill Itself Is A 17 S70 5LL 5.41 miles Worsbrough Mill Is Located Off The A61. From The M1 Follow The Brown Road Signs From Junction 36 Of The M1.

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