Wath-upon-Dearne Map

Wath-upon-Dearne map, view the South Yorkshire town of Wath-upon-Dearne, located in the county of South Yorkshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Wath-upon-Dearne South Yorkshire & Guide to the Area

Wath-upon-Dearne Map South Yorkshire: Interactive map of Wath-upon-Dearne, displaying the town situated in the county of South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Wath-upon-Dearne area and a Wath-upon-Dearne town centre map, showing Wath-upon-Dearne Leisure Centre.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Wath-upon-Dearne map are: Montgomery Hall, The Old Town Hall, The Glasshouse, Wath Library, Wath Tap, Tesco Express, The Angel Inn, Spice Lounge, Market Street Surgery, Wath Health Centre, The Blacksmith's Arms, Tasty Bites Café, The Co-op Food, Rumbles Sandwich Bar, The George and Dragon, Simply Yours Florist, Cherry Tree Nursing Home, Wath Central Primary School, Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Dearne Valley College, ASDA Manvers, Lidl Wath, Manvers Waterfront Boat Club, Subway, Greggs, J & A Barbers, Ladbrokes, Wath Dental Centre, One Stop, The Junction Deli, Boots Pharmacy, Valley Medical Centre, The Salon at Wath, Café Delight, Papa John's Pizza, Wath Community Centre, Cross Keys Hotel, The Old Brickworks, Dearne Valley Park, Manvers Lake, Costa Coffee, Don Valley Cycles, The White Bear, Poundland, St James Church, Morrisons Swinton, Bar 88, Happy Days Play Centre, Mowbray Gardens.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Swinton, Mexborough, Bolton-upon-Dearne, Goldthorpe, Thurnscoe, Brampton Bierlow, West Melton, Adwick-upon-Dearne, Manvers, Kilnhurst, Rawmarsh, Elsecar, Hemingfield, Hickleton, Darfield, Wentworth, Barnburgh, Harlington, Denaby Main, Conisbrough, Cortonwood, Greasbrough, Thrybergh, Hooton Roberts, Old Denaby, Parkgate, High Melton.

Wath-upon-Dearne is one of those South Yorkshire towns that blends old roots with a strong sense of local pride. It's perched nicely between Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster, which makes it a handy spot for commuters, but it's also got a character all its own. There's a mix of red-brick terraces, village greens, and modern estates, with a town centre that's seen a bit of a revival in recent years. It's close to some lovely stretches of green space, with Dearne Valley Park right on the doorstep, and there's a real community feel about the place that runs deeper than you might expect.

Wath's been around for centuries, originally a farming village mentioned in the Domesday Book. It later became a centre for coal mining and steelworks, booming through the Industrial Revolution and well into the 20th century. The collieries are long gone now, but that working-class resilience still runs through the town's veins. Its name comes from the Old Norse “vath,” meaning a ford—fitting, given its position near the River Dearne. These days, the population is just under 17,000, and while it's no longer an industrial powerhouse, it's still a busy and well-connected spot with plenty of life to it.

There's more going on in and around Wath than first meets the eye. The town itself has a good selection of independent shops, cafés and traditional pubs, and the market still plays a part in daily life. The Montgomery Hall is a key cultural hub, hosting everything from theatre shows to community events. Just outside town, Manvers Lake offers walking trails, cycling routes, and a bit of wildlife watching if you're after something slower paced. For a dose of history, you've got Brodsworth Hall not too far away—an English Heritage property with beautiful gardens and a house frozen in time. National Trust members might fancy a trip to Wentworth Castle Gardens or the sprawling grounds of Nostell Priory, both a short drive away.

There's loads to explore in the wider South Yorkshire area. Sheffield offers green parks, quirky cafés and a cracking live music scene, while Barnsley has Cannon Hall and the lovely Pennine edges just to the west. Doncaster brings the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, St Leger racing, and a town centre that's quietly growing in charm. Rotherham's got Clifton Park and the Magna Science Adventure Centre, especially good if you've got kids in tow. You're never far from something to do, whether you fancy open countryside, a museum, or just a good pint in a friendly pub somewhere new.

Wath's well placed when it comes to getting around. While it doesn't have its own railway station these days, nearby stations at Swinton and Bolton-upon-Dearne connect you to Sheffield, Leeds, Doncaster and beyond. By road, you've got quick access to the A635, A1(M) and M1, making it easy to travel in all directions. Local buses run regularly between the surrounding towns, and cycling routes along the Dearne Valley make for a scenic alternative. For flights, Leeds Bradford and East Midlands are your main options now that Doncaster Sheffield Airport has closed, but both are easily reachable by car or train.

South Yorkshire as a county has a bit of everything. It's known for its working past, but there's a growing creative edge, a real love for the outdoors, and communities that care about where they live. You'll find villages that feel untouched by time, cities bursting with life, and countryside that stretches out further than you'd expect. It's not one of those places trying to be something it's not—it just is what it is: strong, friendly, and always worth a closer look.

We hope you found this Wath-upon-Dearne tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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