Sport &amp; Physical Activity

Sporting activities and classes

Under 7s, Under 8s and Under 9s results and fixtures January – April 2005

2016-10-24 16:47:39

Kickboxing Classes
Running Club
Ladies Soccer
Tai Chi

2016-10-24 16:42:53

Sporting volunteer

Layen Wisdom is a local volunteer for the Burngreave Sports Network.

2016-10-24 16:40:44

Zumba Fitness

Zumba Fitness

At HLC Firvale Centre On Earl Marshal Rd, Sheffield S4 8LB

Begins on Thursday 13th October 2016 From 5:45 to 6:45

2016-10-12 16:53:59

Arabic Fitness Dance Class

Arabic Fitness Dance Class At HLC Firvale Centre Earl Marshal Rd, Sheffield S4 8LB

Begins on Wednesday 12th October From 5:45pm to 6:45pm

Only £ 2 per person per session

It’s fun and a good way to get fit!

Taught by Natasha Meldrum.

The class is suitable for all abilities just bring a coin belt or can be borrowed for classes. For enrolling in to this class please call Healthy Living Centre on (0114) 2434340 either speak to Anesar Al Shaibi or Usha Blackham.

2016-10-12 16:48:36

Parkwood Springs 1st October events

On Saturday 1st October Ziggy Senkans, from the Council's Ecology Unit, will be leading a walk exploring the plants and wildlife of the heathland. It will now set off from the car park on Cooks Wood Road/Shirecliffe Road at 1pm.

on the the same day Sheffield Schools Cross-Country races will be taking place on Parkwood Springs.

2016-09-19 08:59:56

Parkwood Springs events for September 2016

Parkwood Springs events for September 2016:

Friends Group meeting. Tuesday September 6th 7pm St Catherines School, Firshill Crescent, S4 7BX.

Bird walk jointly with Sheffield Group of the RSPB. Saturday 10th September

Bat Walk. Thursday 22nd September. 7.30pm.

Workday. Help to manage the wonderful heathlandon Parkwood Springs on September car-park on Cooks Wood Road/Shirecliffe Road.

2016-09-04 19:27:06

South Yorkshire Sport want to hear from you

There’s a new fund to put on sport and other activities in your community and they want your opinion on how the money should be spent. Vestry Hall, Burngreave Road, Sheffield, S3 9DD.

On Tuesday 23rd August, 5pm – 8pm

Contact Safiya Saeed for more details Call 0114 2434340 or email safiya.saeed@yorkshiresport.org

2016-08-15 18:51:01

Burngreave Hullaballoo

Join us for food, fun, festivities Saturday 3rd September, 12-7pm, in Abbeyfield Park

2016-08-10 13:05:18

Zumba at St Peter's

ZUMBA fitness – Thursdays at St. Peters, Lyons Street. 11am. £1.50. Bring the kids along !!! Everyone Welcome.

2016-08-05 07:02:12

Children's activities at Fir Vale Healthy Living Centre

Summer children's activities comeencin 1st August 2016 at Fir Vale Healthy Living Centre (in the Sheffield College Building) Earl Marshall Road S4 8LB. 0114 243 4340.

2016-07-31 10:40:56

Welcome to Pitsmoor-on-Sea

School holiday theme at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2016-07-26 11:58:37

Page sponsored by Sheffield City Council’s Healthy Communities Programme

Sheffield City Council’s Healthy Communities Programme

2016-07-22 12:29:06

Sports at Wensley Park

Sports at Wensley Park with DE Sportz and dance. 25th- 29th July.

2016-07-20 17:17:24

Girls Football Camp

Girls Football Camp at Goals Soccer Centre, 19 Norfolk Park Road, S2 2RU. For ages 11-16.

2016-07-20 17:10:16

Basketball scrummage

1) All Saints Youth Centre, Lyons Close, S4 7EP.

3.00-5.00pm. on 20,22,25,27 July and 1,8,10,15,17 August.

and

6.00pm-8.00pm 19,21,26 July and 1,2,8,9,15,16 August

2)Youth Club at Grimesthorpe Community Centre, Holywell Road,S8 8BE

3.30pm- 5.30pm. 26 July and 2,9,16 August

3) Earl Marshall Youth Clubs at Owler Lane S4 8GB

6.00pm – 8.00pm. 20,22,25,27 July and 5,12,1 August. (Ages 13- 18)

6.00pm – 8.00pm. 21,26 July and 9,11,18 August. (Ages 8- 12)

4) Osgathorpe pavilllion Youth Club

8,25 July and 1,8, 15 August (Ages 13- 18)

For more information,contact 0114 201 8600.

2016-07-19 12:39:17

Ice Sheffield

Ice skating sessions for girls only. For Ages 11-25. 15th August 2016. 9.00- 12.00

2016-07-19 11:37:45

This girl can sessions

Girls only badminton and football, English Institute of Sport (Opposite Ice Sheffield). Starts 8th July. Ages 11-25.Book with David 223 5627. GIRLS ONLY!

2016-07-19 11:33:38

Pitsmoor-on-Sea

Events at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground every Tuesday- Saturday until 3rd September 2016

2016-07-19 11:19:17

Health walks in Pitsmoor

There are walks on Tuesdays and Thursdays to help you keep fit and active and meet people.

2016-07-05 20:01:31

Sheffield City Council: Your local area

News from Burngreave councillors

2016-06-11 15:02:59

Playground Utopia

Utopia project at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2016-06-11 08:32:56

Healthy Communities page

Page sponsored by Sheffield City Council's Healthy Communities Programme.

2016-06-11 07:32:46

Maali FC - The new team on the block

Maali FC team was launched at Verdon St Recreation centre.

2016-06-11 07:27:03

New black belts

Pilsung Taekwondo class win four black belts.

2016-06-08 19:37:30

Health walkers keep marching on

Health walks around Pitsmoor to continue

2016-06-08 19:20:29

Feeling Good on Verdon Street

“Feeling Good” women's project on Verdon Street.

2016-06-08 17:44:49

Open day at the Healthy Living Centre

Open day at the Healthy Living Centre on 11th July 2016. 10.00 am -2.00 pm

2016-06-08 15:36:29

June 2016 news

June 2016 news and information

2016-06-08 08:39:10

Women Only Fitness classes

Women only fitness classes running in may at Firvale Healthy Living Centre

2016-05-15 07:55:54

Grimesthorpe Allotment Society Plant Sale

Grimesthorpe Allotment Society Plant Sale on 21st May 2016

2016-04-30 08:08:10

Local history walk

A local history walk around Roe Woods, Crabtree pond and Parkwood Springs on 12th May 2016.

2016-04-20 16:23:13

Dawn Chorus walk

RSPB members are leading a dawn chorus walk on Parkwood Springs at 05.00 on 1st May 2016.

2016-04-20 16:10:13

Parkwood Springs work day

Parkwood Springs work day on 23rd April 2016

2016-04-20 16:03:18

Grow your own vegetable course

Ten sessions at Grimesthorpe allotments.

2016-04-18 10:28:41

Spring stroll at Crabtree Ponds and Roe Woods

Spring Stroll at Crabtree Pond and Roe Woods organised by Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust.

14th April 2016 – 10:00am – 12:00pm

Event details

Thu, 14/04/2016 – 10:00am – 12:00pm

The days are beginning to lengthen and new shoots are coming. Join local ecologist Julie Riley for a gentle spring stroll looking for signs of spring in Crabtree Ponds and Roe Woods.

2016-04-03 07:09:36

Chess in Burngreave

In Burngreave, though chess might not quite have the profile of some other sports and activities, it is widely played – and, as we’ll see in future articles, it goes back quite a long way in the area.

2016-04-01 10:22:03

Golden times at Pye Bank

Jessica Ennis Hill and Nicola Adams meet the pupils at Pye Bank School.

2016-03-31 21:41:28

Firth Park Festival

The local volunteer committee who run the Firth Park Summer Funday really need your help to include more local people, families, talent and businesses from the area, including Pitsmoor and Burngreave

2016-03-31 18:59:16

Disability Football Development Officer vacancy

Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA would like to invite applications from suitably qualified people to increase football participation for people with a disability aged 12 years plus

2016-03-22 15:23:22

Gardening course at Grimesthorpe Allotments

Details of gardening course at Grimesthorpe Allotments.

2016-03-12 06:24:07

Winter Fair Clun Street

The KidzFunZone Winter Fair is on Saturday 6th February at Clun St

2016-02-03 16:14:53

Activity Sheffield: Multisports at Page Hall

Details of Activity Sheffield's multisports session in Page Hall.

2016-01-30 09:04:34

Activity Sheffield: Multisports at Lyons St

Details of free multisport sessions at Lyons Street.

2016-01-28 07:18:38

Activity Sheffield: Multisports at Earl Marshall

Detils of free multisports session at Earl Marshall recreation ground.

2016-01-28 07:11:07

Activity Sheffield: Chairobics

Details of Chairobics session at St Catherine's RC School.

2016-01-27 18:59:14

Activity Sheffield: Football

Football coaching, kickabouts and matches. Free at Fir Vale Secondary School Sports centre.

2016-01-27 18:42:21

Meet Zeeshan Maughal - fighting fit!

Zeeshan Maughal's boxing story

2016-01-13 09:21:35

Boxing in the chapel

Ali Hamed has converted a derelict chapel in Burngreave Cemetery into the ABC Boxing gym.

2016-01-13 09:14:00

Greentop reaches out

Greentop Community Circus involves local people.

2016-01-12 14:11:28

New year, new funds for Burngreave

Good news of new funding for Pitsmoor Adventure Playground and Burngreave messenger.

2016-01-12 12:11:38

Women only swimming cafe

Women only swimming café on Fridays in term time.

2015-12-14 19:29:00

Zumba at Fir Vale Oasis Academy Primary School

Zumba sessions at Fir Vale Oasis Academy primary

2015-11-23 18:13:50

Ladies that lifeguard

Yemeni Community Association gives women the opportunity to learn water lifesaving skills.

2015-10-06 19:24:32

Summer of fun

Planning ahead for the summer? Make sure you get Burngreave’s events in your diary.

2015-08-20 21:46:27

Sports news: Upcoming activities

Events and sporting activities from the Burngreave Sports Network & Burngreave Sports Project. Includes Sheffield and District Junior Sunday League results and fixtures

2015-08-20 17:36:29

Tea Prepared by 76th Sheffield Scout Group

Sunday 23rd August, 11am – 2pm at The Cornerstone, Carwood Road, S4 7EW. Join us for tea, cake, games and activities.

2015-08-19 13:12:42

Wicker kicker

Carl Rose set off to meet Trix March and Mick Mullaney, who run the Wicker Camp Thai Boxing Gymnasium. Thai Boxing expert Trix Marc has held World, Commonwealth, European, and British female titles.

2015-08-18 21:09:53

Burngreave Sports Network news

Results and fixtures December 2004 – January 2005

2015-08-18 20:41:34

Pitsmoor Girls are looking for new recruits.
Burngreave Ladies still need more players.
Katy Burnett is leaving the Burngreave Sports Project to take up a job with Activity Sheffield.
The Burngreave Sports Network are still looking for new committee members.

2015-08-18 20:38:28

Burngreave Sports Project Christmas trips

Burngreave Sports Project have skiing and ice skating Christmas trips planned for December 2004.

2015-08-18 20:33:24

Basketball success

Our under 12s basketball team, from the Fir Vale basketball development centre, competed their first tournament at the English Institute of Sport on 14th November. They performed fantastically – winning 3 of 5 games.

2015-08-18 20:28:09

Round Walk

In October 2004, Sheffield’s Lord and Lady Mayor joined Burngreave Ramblers to launch the Burngreave Round Walk booklet.

2015-08-18 13:20:13

A sporting life

Daniel Jackson and Tanya Bailey have just started working for the Burngreave Sports Project to work with children and teenagers from Burngreave, organising and running activities and trips.

2015-08-18 13:11:39

Burngreave Sports Network news

November 2004 news from the Burngreave Sports Network, including an appeal for committee members and news of upcoming events.

2015-08-18 13:01:00

Sports News: Football

Results and fixtures for September to December 2004.

2015-08-18 12:40:09

Earl Marshal’s start to the season has been disappointing, but they put all that behind them in the cup trophy.
Burngreave Saints are proud to have our first female squad member – Sheridan Betts, who plays for the under 7s.
BSN is developing a Burngreave boys 14–16 soccer squad.
The Burngreave Sports Project area is running a football Level 1 coaching award for local budding coaches.

2015-08-18 11:15:18

Greentop Circus:learn circus skills

Learn circus skills

2015-08-02 11:20:56

Street Games in Burngreave

Street games in Burngreave organised by Doorstep Sports Club

2015-08-02 11:05:29

Street games at All Saints

Street games at All Saints. time and venue

2015-08-01 10:32:27

Street games in Page Hall

Street games in Page Hall: times and venue

2015-08-01 10:24:12

Football: Activity Sheffield

Football (Activity Sheffield) at Fir Vale school

2015-08-01 10:05:49

Sport FX South Yorkshire

Football, boxing, cricket and dancing at Firvale Academy; times and venue

2015-08-01 09:26:59

Boys Football: Elllesmere Youth project

Boys Football: Elllesmere Youth project. Times and venue

2015-08-01 09:00:19

Osgathorpe Pavilion Youth Club

Osgathorpe Pavilion youth club. Times and venue.

2015-08-01 08:53:12

All Saints Youth Club

All Saints Youth Club. Times and venue.

2015-08-01 08:44:37

Earl Marshall Youth Club

Earl Marshall Youth Club Times and venue.

2015-08-01 08:31:03

Mothers of Burngreave Youth Club

Mothers of Burngreave Youth Club venue and times

2015-08-01 08:24:34

Adventure's Family Fun

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground on Melrose Road are having a family fun day on Wednesday 5th August.

2015-07-30 21:34:52

Firth Park Family Activity Day

Firth Park Family Activity Day

2015-07-30 06:47:38

St Peter's Ellesmere Summer Fair - Saturday 8th August 2015: 1.30-4.30pm

Opening times of Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

2015-07-10 18:15:55

Forest Garden Day

The next work-day at the Forest Garden on Parkwood Springs will take place on Saturday 11th July.

2015-07-05 11:35:18

St Peter's Ellesmere, Lyons Close, S4 7EP, will be holding a Summer Fair on Saturday 8th August from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Free BBQ, bouncy castle, games, stalls, refreshments, etc. All members of the community, young and old, welcome.

2015-07-02 09:48:40

Allez Wincobank!

Bicycle event at Wincobank

2015-06-22 14:21:17

Free female lifeguard training

The YCA Firvale Centre is arranging a free course for women who want to train as a lifeguard.

2015-06-14 22:18:59

Health Page

health news, support and information

2015-05-28 12:51:21

Burngreave Sports Project

News, updates and events from the Burngreave Sports Project.

2015-05-12 00:16:53

Convincing victories for Saints

Burngreave’s under 8s football team have made an astounding start to the season with two easy victories.

2015-05-11 18:36:39

Bowling Green remains closed

In the last year Burngreave’s older generation have lost a valued amenity – Abbeyfield Bowling Green. Rob Smith went out to see to how our green spaces compared to others across the city.

2015-05-11 17:11:23

Fun with OWLS

Over the past six weeks the Burngreave Community Forestry Project (BCFP) and the Burngreave Rangers have been working with school children in Roe Woods on an Outdoor Woodland Learning Scheme (OWLS).

2015-05-11 17:07:57

BTCV Green Gym in Burngreave

The BTCV Green Gym offers the chance for people to get out into the fresh air and get active by taking part in gardening and nature conservation.

2015-05-11 17:03:24

Children’s Festival of Sport

The Lord Mayor opened the Children’s Festival of Sport on Saturday, 21st August. Tthe day brought together members of the community young and old, and everyone was catered for.

2015-05-11 11:45:01

Burngreave Cup

The football season is back with us and not least in Burngreave. Nine teams battled it out over two weekends at the prestigious Sheffield United Hallam FM Acadamy.

2015-05-11 11:42:40

Yemeni Women’s Group

Burngreave Yemeni Women’s Group have changed their name to El-Nisah which means Arabic Women and aims to identify the needs and obstacles Arabic women face.

2015-05-11 11:38:12

Pride in new plaza

Based at 64 to 68a Spital Hill, the Spital Hill Plaza & Function Room project has already attracted interest from a large section of our community’s small enterprises. A florist, fish market, clothing sales, barber and beauty salon, blending with a charity shop while above that sits a large function room. These things are already earmarked for Burngreave’s first shopping plaza.

2015-05-11 11:24:29

Bowlers wanted

Abbeyfield Bowlers find temporary alternative accommodation, and both the men’s and women's team are looking for more players.

2015-05-11 11:22:22

Burngreave Saints JFC 2004–05 season

Fixtures for the Burngreave Saints JFC 2004–05 season.

2015-05-11 11:15:51

Congratulations to Burnwood cricket team

Big congratulations to Burnwood cricket team who reached the semi-finals of the Barnsley and District Under 11s Cricket League Cup.

2015-05-11 11:14:05

Basketball sessions

Your new community coach Ben Hamilton is about to set up a new session for any budding young basketball players in Burngreave.

2015-05-11 11:12:25

Under 14s Girls football!

The Burngreave Sports Project in association with Pitsmoor Adventure Playground is working to create Burngreave’s very first girls’ football team, Pitsmoor Girls.

2015-05-11 11:10:22

Graft your own Fruit Tree workshop

This workshop will teach you how to graft a fruit tree and take one away a tree you've grafted yourself.

2015-04-04 19:53:57

Burngreave the safest place in Sheffield

The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Sheffield, Councillor Michael and Mrs Josephine Pye completed the Burngreave mile run.

2015-03-31 13:16:07

Skating @ Firs Hill

On 17th June 2004 Firs Hill Sports and Arts facility was transformed into a skate park.

2015-03-31 10:46:36

Cricket update

Burnwood U11s Cricket team results and fixtures.

2015-03-31 10:43:05

Race for Life

Staff of Ellesmere Children’s Centre raised £570 for Breast Cancer Research by completing the 5km ‘Race for Life’ on Sunday 9th May 2004.

2015-03-31 10:39:30

Going the extra mile

people run races in Burngreave.

2015-03-31 10:36:02

Friends of Parkwood Springs meeting and working day

Friends of Parkwood Springs meeting and working day

2015-02-27 12:27:06

Get Started with Football

If you are aged 16-18 and not in education, training or employment and from South Yorkshire Get Started with us and achieve your goals.

2014-12-15 09:40:20

Adventure playground St Nicholas party 6th December

On Saturday 6th December Pitsmoor Adventure Playground celebrated St Nicholas' Day, which is popular especially with children in Eastern Europe who are given presents of sweets and various small toys.

2014-12-10 09:17:25

Cemetery mushroom foray

Mushroom search in Burngreave Cemetery on Monday 27th October

2014-11-18 22:30:26

Forest Garden workday

Another monthly opportunity for some practical work in Parkwood Springs' Forest Garden

2014-11-04 21:35:33

Free Sports Clubs in Burngreave

You can decide what sports you want to do at these FREE weekly sports sessions.

2014-10-02 14:24:28

Wensley Street Activities

Activity Sheffield on Tour-Come down, try new activities, meet friends and feel great with people just like you!

2014-10-02 14:12:33

Wensley community funday

On September 13th, the annual community funday was in full swing. The event, hosted on the Wensley field, was packed with exciting activities, including rock climbing, parachute games and face painting

2014-09-26 15:36:00

Nottingham Rec barbecue

Ant Stevens, youth worker at Christ Church, organised a joint community event with young people from All Saints Church, Ecclesall, at the end of July. The team spent two days doing practical tasks, including litter picking, and learning about Pitsmoor.

2014-09-26 14:25:15

Support to improve your health

The SOAR Health Team's job is to work with the people of Burngreave, Pitsmoor and Page Hall areas.

2014-09-26 14:22:28

Parkwood Springs work-day

A practical work-day at Little Pear Tree field is on Saturday 27th September.

2014-09-24 21:13:18

Sheffield Raft Race 2014

Sheffield’s raft race is back, and it’s taking place on the 30th of August 2014 from Kelham Island to Nursery Street.

2014-07-31 15:48:20

Health support & Groups

Burngreave Health Bulletin guide to health and support groups.

2014-07-24 20:25:07

Healthy eating & weight management

Burngreave Health Bulletin guide to services and groups on how to eat well and keep control of your weight.

2014-07-24 14:59:52

Exercise

Burngreave Health Bulletin guide to healthy exercise classes in the area.

2014-07-24 14:21:20

Burngreave Health Bulletin

This bulletin is a guide to health activities taking place in and around Burngreave and Fir Vale, published quarterly on behalf of the Burngreave Health Network.

2014-07-24 14:10:10

Festival weekend photo gallery 6

Photos from the Tour de France and Abbeyfield Festival taken by Priya Blackham, Elizabeth & Gordon Shaw and Saleema Imam.

2014-07-22 16:27:41

Festival weekend photo gallery 5

Gallery of photos take by Mhari-Anne Lowrie of the Abbeyfiled Festival and Tour de France.

2014-07-22 15:51:46

Festival weekend photo gallery 2

Pictures taken by Lisa Swift of the Tour de France as it passes through Burngreave.

2014-07-22 14:30:54

Festival weekend photo gallery 1

Selection of photos of the 2014 Abbeyfield Festival and Tour de France taken by Graham Jones, Patrick Amber and Philip Ireson

2014-07-22 14:29:00

Firth Park Fun day Gallery

Photos of activities on the Firth Park fun Day Sunday 29th june

2014-07-18 15:31:53

Ski village damage continues

Since the Ski Village on Parkwood Springs closed, the site has been ravaged by vandalism, plundering, tipping and a succession of fires.

2014-07-18 14:45:44

Summer Activities 2014

Sports activities over Summer 2014.

2014-07-17 20:47:37

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2014-07-17 17:42:27

Successful Projects improve wellbeing

Among the many important projects from the Community Wellbeing Programme (CWP), the Pain Support Group and Women’s exercise have been particularly successful.

2014-07-17 16:16:20

Khaliq joins British diving squad

Khaliq Miller was chosen out of 24 children across Sheffield to be in the British diving squad.

2014-07-17 15:48:26

Earl Marshall Juniors FC

tThe teams of local Pitsmoor and Burngreave-based football club, Earl Marshall Juniors, are training regularly as they prepare for the new season.

2014-07-17 15:33:59

Free week of football training with SUFC for 16-18 year olds

Details of specialist football and leadership training from professional coaches for young people aged 16-18 who are not in education, training or employment.

2014-07-09 00:44:55

Tour de France comes to Parkwood Springs

The Friends of Parkwood Springs have special event for the Tour de France

2014-07-04 14:31:31

Tour de France: road closures

Road closures will be in place from 7:30am on Sunday 6th July until 7:30pm

2014-06-19 14:29:05

Tour De France Day at Burngreave Cemetery Chapel

Find out what's happening at Burngreave Cemetery Chapel for Tour De France Day.

2014-05-31 19:20:53

Burngreave Ward Public Meeting

Shirecliffe Community Centre Thursday 26th June,6.00pm – 8.00pm Shirecliffe Road, Sheffield S5 8XJ

2014-05-30 16:32:28

Sea Cadets’ awards

Sheffield Sea Cadets, based on Stanley Street near the Wicker, received the Lord Mayor, Councillor Vickie Priestley, in April, to present the Cadet of the Year Awards.

2014-05-30 14:50:10

Pilsung Taekwondo success

Pilsung students, based at Verdon Recreation Centre competed at Concord Leisure Centre on 13th April 2014, the youngest players from the club joining 200 competitors from all over the country.

2014-05-30 14:43:44

Playground for all

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground activities

2014-05-29 16:26:10

Rambling on

Sheffield is the greenest city in the UK. Even within walking distance of Burngreave, there is a wide variety of landscapes, from the beauty of Roe Woods to the tranquil and pleasant walkways along the River Don.

2014-05-29 15:56:49

Family Fun Day

The sun dappled across Firth Park on 3rd May as women and children of all ages flocked to the Clock Tower to support Saalik Education in their Family Fun Day.

2014-05-29 15:04:05

Messenger editorial

Now that summer is here, it is time to get out and about to all the festivals and events in the area.

2014-05-29 15:03:01

New allotment flag

Kimmy Hall, 8, creates winning flag design for Grimesthorpe Allotments Society.

2014-05-29 14:56:10

Vicar walks coast to coast

Philip Ireson, Vicar at Christ Church Pitsmoor recently walked from Robin Hood's Bay on the east coast to St Bees Head in Cumbria

2014-05-29 14:50:45

Friends of Parkwood Springs Events

1.Meeting with Snowsport 1st May 2.Friends group workday 26th April 3.Guided walk 12th May

2014-04-17 14:40:42

Sportiv8 programme

• 14 weeks • 14 hours per week • 14th April – 18th July • 4 hours practical every week

2014-04-10 18:21:53

Easter Holiday Activities 2014

Activities for children and young people in Burngreave and Fir Vale during the Easter holiday.

2014-04-10 16:31:51

Activity Sheffield visits Firth park

The Activity van will be in Firth Park on 26th April and 31st May 2014, with sports equipment and coaches to help anyone from 8-14 years old have some fun during the school holidays.

2014-04-05 15:30:49

Sage Greenfingers: sessional support workers

Sage Greenfingers requires self-employed, sessional support workers to join their sessional support worker pool.

Your expected fee would be £12 per hour.
Deadline for applications: midday, Monday 31st March 2014

2014-03-13 15:46:31

Sage Green Fingers: Horticultural Therapy Support Worker

Sage Greenfingers seeks a Horticultural Therapy Support Worker with volunteer lead.

Salary: £20,972 per annum pro rata (£13,603 for a 24 hour week)
Hours: 24 hours/week
Deadline for applications: midday, Monday 31st March 2014

2014-03-13 15:28:42

An evening of folk music and easy dancing with supper

Saturday 29th.March at 7 p.m. Pitsmoor Methodist Church Hall

2014-03-07 15:25:51

FREE Football Training every Friday evening

Football Training at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground with Sheffield United.

2014-02-26 17:33:06

Half Term Activities for Children February 2014

Activities in Burngreave during February half term holidays for children and young people.

2014-02-21 10:04:47

Ski Village Planning Application

Pullan Development (Selby) LTD have put in an application on behalf of the owners of the Ski Village.

2014-02-10 17:25:52

Activity Sheffield - Walk Boost

Free community walks for adults

2014-01-31 23:13:55

Hindu Samaj volunteer

Chamu Kuppuswamy is a Volunteer Ranger with the Peak District National Park.

2014-01-31 16:27:43

Tour de France 2014

The Grand Départ (the opening stage ofthe Tour de France) will come through Burngreave this summer. Stage One will be from Leeds to Harrogate. Stage Two will be from York to Sheffield on Sunday 6th July.

2014-01-31 15:45:15

Community fitness at Parkwood Academy

Parkwood Academy opened a new community fitness suite at the school in January.

2014-01-31 14:43:01

Taekwondo talent at Verdon Rec

The Verdon Street Pilsung Taekwondo club has been a Burngreave fixture since the 80s, helping many youngsters learn self-confidence, and getting some onto the British national team.

2014-01-30 20:35:26

Lloydie wins World titles

Legendary Burngreave body builder, Lloyd Stewart, has brought home the trophies again, winning two world titles in 2013.

2014-01-30 20:29:27

Local boxers become national champions

Zeeshan Maughal and Aseel Lahsoon were crowned champions in the Senior Novice Championship, hosted by the Amateur Boxing Association. The championship took place in Cranwell in Lincolnshire on 7th December 2013 and 50 senior amateur boxers competed with each other.

2014-01-30 20:15:19

Earl Marshall Juniors Under 11s Look For Perfect Ten

The recent wet weather has led to a number of postponed football matches so local team Earl Marshall Under 11s are having to wait for their perfect ten wins in a row

2014-01-30 20:08:49

Health Support and Groups

Health Support and Groups in Burngreave and Page Hall.

2014-01-17 16:10:04

Get Started SUFC

The Prince’s Trust and Sheffield United Foundation If you are 16-25 and NEET Get Started with us and achieve your goals. ALL are welcome to join our free football programme at SUFC Training Academy.

2014-01-17 15:40:39

Women Only Exercise Course

This is a ‘Women only’ exercise course for ladies who would like to lose weight. Starts: Tuesday 4th February 2014 for 6 weeks Venue: Verdon Recreation Centre, Verdon Street, Sheffield, S3 9QN Time: 1.00pm – 2.30pm

2014-01-17 15:28:16

Winter Fun Day

Winter Fun Day at the Ripples Project, next to the Clock Tower on Firth Park Road with Free music, games, activities and entertainment.

2014-01-17 14:29:45

Multifaith Forest Garden December 14th

Monthly workday at the Parkwood Springs Forest Garden.

2013-12-04 18:09:26

Mushroom Walk

A few intrepid explorers braved the wind and rain at half term, to search for fungi in Burngreave Cemetery. Michael Senkans – SCC Biodiversity officer -led the tour starting and ending at the old mortuary chapel near the Melrose Road entrance.

2013-11-30 20:26:47

Feeling Good on Verdon Street

Women have been flocking to Verdon Recreation Centre to enjoy new activities at the drop-in every Wednesday morning.

2013-11-29 20:29:08

Hindu Samaj lights up Burngreave

On Sunday 3rd November, the Sheffield Hindu Samaj,in Burngreave, celebrated Diwali (the festival of lights)and the Hindu New Year the most important festival in the Hindu calendar.

2013-11-29 11:50:11

Akeel fights for playground’s future

In October, Sheffield City Council shut Pitsmoor Adventure Playground, stating there were health and safety issues. Playground user Akeel Khan (aged 12) writes about the situation.

2013-11-28 15:15:30

Get Started with Football

Are you living in the Sheffield area, aged 16-25 years old and currently not in Education, Employment or Training?

The Prince’s Trust ‘Get Started with’ programme is for unemployed young people aged 16-25. If you are into football but out of work in the Sheffield area, then Get Started with us and achieve your goals.

2013-10-31 15:25:53

Community Bicycling

Learn to ride a bike and enjoy some exercise in a friendly, informal environment

2013-10-10 15:26:01

The Blue Loop

The Blue Loop is a continuous loop of waterways and riverside walkways in the heart of Sheffield,

2013-09-29 17:39:20

Sports Leaders

Trainee Sports Leaders took part in their final practical exam on Tuesday 2nd July.

2013-09-27 17:37:15

Pitsmoor Olympics

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground hosted their own Olympic Games in August.

2013-09-27 14:21:39

Tusaale United in Portugal

During the summer Tusaale United took part in the IberCup, currently one of the most important World Youth Football Tournaments on the planet

2013-09-26 17:01:14

Taekwondo gold

Local boy Radford Love has won the British Taekwondo title in the Cadet -57kg category at the national championships in Manchester.

2013-09-26 16:50:31

Down by the Riverside Festival 2013

Saturday 21st September and Sunday 22nd September. Music, metalwork, traditional crafts and skills

2013-09-12 15:05:36

Great Sheffield Raft Race

The Sheffield Raft Race is back on the Don at the end of August.

2013-08-13 19:39:30

Forest Garden workday

The next multifaith Forest Garden day at Parkwood Springs is on Saturday 10th August

2013-08-09 07:42:17

Events and Trips

Summer activities in the Messenger catchment area

2013-07-21 18:26:20

Activity programmes

summer activities in the Messenger catchment area

2013-07-21 18:16:37

Outdoor activities

Summer activities in the Messenger catchment area.

2013-07-21 18:00:28

Summer activities in youth clubs in the Messenger catchment area.

2013-07-21 17:39:42

Summer Activities 2013

summer sports activities

2013-07-21 17:01:47

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2013-07-21 11:55:58

Blunkett supports playground

David Blunkett MP supported local residents campaigning to keep Pitsmoor Adventure Playground at their funday in July.

2013-07-20 19:40:35

Summer at Verdon Recreation Centre

Verdon Recreation Centre remains available to use over the summer for events and activities as Pye Bank School has taken over management of the building.

2013-07-19 20:05:41

Shaibi charity cup

The Shaibi organisation organised a football tournament to bring all different members of the community together

2013-07-19 19:35:37

Pye Bank Sports Day success

Sports Day started with an opening ceremony

2013-07-19 14:29:11

Heatwave for Abbeyfield Festival

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival on the 7th July, was a relaxed community event, describe by one resident as, “So good, no one wanted to go home.”

2013-07-18 14:26:06

Brighten Up Burngreave

Local residents are planning on giving Burngreave a woolly make-over in September, yarn-bombing Ellesmere Green and any other parts we can reach.

2013-07-03 18:11:37

Summer Fair: St Peter's Ellesmere: 20 July

An invitation to St Peter's Summer Fair: stalls, crafts, jewellery, free BBQ. Everyone welcome

2013-06-20 14:26:04

Mountain Bike event at Parkwood Springs

The Nutcracker XC races come to Parkwood Springs on Sunday 23rd June.

2013-06-13 16:22:12

Toolbank relaunched

Green City Action has recruited Sarah Emberson to co-ordinate the newly-relaunched Toolbank at Abbeyfield House.

2013-05-31 20:57:09

Community bicycling

With support of cycling groups CTC and Pedal Ready, women have been learning to cycle at Fir Vale and Byron Wood School for several years. From 7th June these groups will be moving to Abbeyfield Park.

2013-05-31 16:43:58

Spectacular season for Earl Marshall Juniors

Story: Mick Ashman Next year Earl Marshall Juniors will celebrate its fifteenth anniversary and, for the first time, it will have two teams competing in Division A, the top Division in the Sheffield and District Junior League, after the both Under 12s and Under 11s secured promotion.

2013-05-31 15:05:16

Essa’s achievements recognised

Rising athletics star, Essa Ahmed, has recently received recognition from the Young People’s awards on the 25th February at Sheffield Hallam University. Attending the ceremony he received a special achievement award for sport as well as for the progress he has made in other areas.

2013-05-31 14:49:41

Yorkshire cricket hero

Talented local schoolboy Inez Younis, from Hucklow Primary School, has been selected to play for the Yorkshire under 11’s cricket team.

2013-05-31 14:44:40

Muheeb wins his first professional fights!

In the June 2012 issue we caught up with young boxer Muheeb Fazeldin who had just turned professional. Since then, he has won two professional fights and secured sponsorship from the Burngreave Building Company.

2013-05-31 14:36:14

Charity cycle ride

Giulia Gigliobianco and her Dad, Cosimo, are challenging themselves to a Sheffield to London bike ride, in aid of the medical research charity, RAFT.

2013-05-30 15:46:04

Forest Garden workday

A public event at the Forest Garden on Parkwood Springs will take place on Saturday 8th June

2013-05-30 07:48:06

Funday 2 at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground is having a Funday on Saturday June 1st with den making, seed planting, arts & crafts, snacks, drinks and Zumba on offer.

2013-05-24 10:22:57

Burngreave History and Nature Walk

Begin with a guided tour of Burngreave Chapel and Cemetery by Ken Wild from the Friends of Burngreave Cemetery (donation appreciated), then visit Parkwood Springs, Wardsend Cemetery, Roe Woods and Crabtree Ponds Nature Reserve.

2013-05-02 15:31:42

Learn to ride for free!

Would you like to learn how to cycle? Free training offered

2013-05-02 14:57:03

Funday at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Details of activities and events taking place at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground funday.

2013-04-17 21:44:06

Muheeb wins his first professional fight!

In the June 2012 issue we caught up with young boxer Muheeb who just turned professional. Well since then he has won his first professional fight and is being sponsored by the Burngreave Building Company

2013-03-28 16:02:22

Easter holiday activities

Activities for young people over the Easter holiday – full listing.

2013-03-22 18:16:06

Further tales of St Catherine's Scout Group

It was 1st April 1943 when the 205th St Catherine’s Scout Group was formally affiliated into the Scout movement. 70 years later, Patrick Duggan continues with reminiscences of the group.

2013-03-21 23:23:58

Earl Marshall Juniors Successful Season

This season is turning out to be the most successful in the history of Earl Marshall Juniors Football Club, with all three junior teams in strong contention for a top three finish in their respective leagues.

2013-03-21 21:52:20

Residents campaign against cuts to children's services

Budget cuts are hitting children in Burngreave the hardest, and local people have been campaigning hard to change the Council’s mind on cuts to childcare, Study Support, Pitsmoor Adventure Playground and Verdon Recreation Centre.

2013-03-21 14:34:55

Parkwood Springs litter pick

The Friends of Parkwood Springs will be doing a litter-pick on Saturday, March 23rd.

2013-03-19 20:45:05

Playful Protest

Saturday 9th february 12-6pm, Playful Protest against the cuts to the playground. Children, parents, residents, play and paint!

2013-02-07 13:05:08

Ski Village Will Not Re-open

Earlier in January, another fire broke out at Sheffield Ski Village, damaging hope of the Ski Centre ever reopening.

2013-02-01 17:36:39

You might not be getting enough vitamin D

Vitamin D is important as it helps the body absorb calcium for building strong bones and teeth. The majority of this vitamin is made in our body from sunlight. However, due to the weather here in the north of England many of us are not able to get enough vitamin D in this way.

2013-02-01 14:35:20

Half Term Activities

Half Term Activities

2013-01-31 17:34:24

Bowling greens

Photo: Saleema Imam

Local bowling clubs will have to pay for the maintenance of their greens from April this year.

2013-01-31 16:50:13

Burngreave and the Cuts

A breakdown of how widely and how deeply Government Cuts will affect Burngreave.

2013-01-24 01:30:31

Workday at the Forest Garden

Workday at Parkwood Springs Forest Garden, including garden maintenance, mulching and the chance of a guided walk around the Garden.

2013-01-09 12:51:56

Community Youth Teams

Details of activities for young people.

2012-12-20 16:35:51

Environmental youth weekend

Merhawit Bereket, one of the residents of the YWCA’s Peile House project on Pitsmoor Rd, took part in SHEBEEN’s environmental youth weekend at Losehill Hall in the Peak District.

2012-12-01 12:25:24

Casual Community Activity Assistant

Activity Sheffield is seeking to appoint a number of casual staff to deliver various inclusive activities including physical activity, play, cultural, fitness, dance, and sport sessions to a variety of individuals including older people, adults, and children and young people as and when required.

Casual Community Activity Assistant

Hours: Casual

Salary: Grade 4 (£16,830 – £19,621) Pro rata

Closing Date 28th November 2012

2012-11-22 14:30:13

Burngreave Sports Project

Sports projects that will be taking place in burngreave.

2012-11-20 12:37:54

North East Community Assembly Consultations

The North East Community Assembly has identified certain priorities within their area and wish to consult with the community about any further suggestions

2012-11-15 15:34:05

Interfaith forest gardening

Workday at the Interfaith Forest Garden, Parkwood Springs.

2012-11-04 14:32:28

October Half Term Activities 2012

Half term activities for children and young people in Burngreave and Fir Vale, October 2012.

2012-10-25 14:36:18

Events for adults at Verdon Rec

Events for adults at Verdon Rec

2012-10-04 15:50:47

Events for children at Verdon Rec

Events for children at Verdon Rec

2012-10-04 15:48:18

Riverlution Photo Gallery

Photos from the Sheffield Riverlution Festival.

2012-10-04 14:36:04

Friends of Verdon Recreation Centre

On the 17th July 2012 and the 11th September 2012, Activity Sheffield invited community groups, members of the community and members of the public to a meeting to look into the possibility of setting up a ‘Friends of Verdon Recreation Centre’.

2012-09-30 16:34:01

Charity cycle ride

Paul Howard, Community Liaison Manager at Parkwood Academy, completes Land’s End to John O’Groats Charity Cycle Ride

2012-09-29 11:49:51

Caribbean sports day

On 12th August, the Caribbean Sports Club held its annual sports day – with the highlight England v Jamaica football match.

2012-09-29 11:45:13

Great start for Earl Marshall Juniors

The junior soccer teams of Earl Marshall JFC have enjoyed a great start to the new season.

2012-09-29 11:40:13

Wensley Street Fun Day

The fun day provided a range of events to engage the community in more healthy and positive activities and bring the community together.

2012-09-28 16:18:36

Olympic Champions

Fun and Games Olympic celebration

2012-09-28 16:05:53

St Peter's summer fun day

St Peter’s Church held another successful fun day on 14th July

2012-09-28 15:58:15

The Sheffield Riverlution Festival

Join us for a weekend of events and activities along Sheffield’s city centre riverside, and a week of fringe events spread across Sheffield’s wider waterway network

2012-09-13 16:27:30

Junior Cricket Coaching

By popular request the Sheffield Indoor Cricket Centre are starting junior cricket coaching sessions on Tuesday and Sunday mornings.

2012-07-23 12:41:00

Art, Dance and Stories

Arts, crafts, dance, reading and story telling activities for children and young people in Burngreave this summer

2012-07-22 22:11:27

Playschemes and activity programmes

Playschemes and activity programmes for children in Burngreave this summer.

2012-07-22 22:08:25

Summer Activities 2012

Sports activities for children and young people in Burngreave this summer.

2012-07-22 21:46:39

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2012-07-22 21:44:25

Schools Cricket League

Byron Wood, Pye Bank and Firs Hill took part in a local Cricket league in July.

2012-07-20 16:35:09

Tusaale United cup success

New football club, Tusaale United have just completed a fantastic season in Sheffield’s amateur leagues, securing several cup victories.

2012-07-19 16:26:15

Hucklow Primary win Sheffield cricket final

Hucklow Primary School smashed their way to victory at the Sheffield ASDA Kwik Cricket City Final on Tuesday 26th June 2012. This all-day event managed to beat the weather and was a great day for the schools that took part.

2012-07-19 15:49:07

Rother Valley Country Park Trip

Wednesday 17th August, 10am – 2 pm

2012-06-21 16:14:20

Listen to Us Project

Friday 12th August 1–6pm Burngreave’s Olympic Celebration Sports Day

2012-06-21 16:09:59

Community Engagement Team Activites

Six weeks of activities with a range of services delivered for local people including: DJ workshops, dance workshops, drumming workshop, graffiti workshops and sports sessions

2012-06-21 15:51:22

Sports Project Summer Activities

Athletic Taster Sessions Learn to cycle Four day Swimming Crash Course

2012-06-21 15:47:54

What's going on?

Summer events

2012-06-21 15:42:49

Firth Park Festival

Free annual summer festival in Firth Park

2012-06-07 14:40:45

Photography Walk on Parkwood Springs

Photography walk led by John Scholey, member of Sheffield Photographic Society, over the lower slopes of Parkwood Springs to Wardsend Cemetery

2012-06-01 20:46:39

Sports and Play

Sports and play activities for young people in half term.

2012-05-24 16:59:57

Spring Bank Activities

Youth Clubs open in half term in Burngreave and Fir Vale.

2012-05-24 16:41:50

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor activities in for young people in half term including grass sledging, den building and dragonflies spotting.

2012-05-24 16:11:46

Half Term activities for children and young people in June.

2012-05-24 16:09:39

Dates for your diary

Dates for your diary

2012-05-24 14:38:55

Pauline's Olympic effort

Pauline Agatha Neita has just finished the 2012 London Marathon, one of the seven charity runs she plans to take part in to celebrate the Olympic year.

2012-05-24 14:30:00

Summer Schedule

As summer approaches and the sun starts to shine (here’s hoping…) the usual questions start to surface about what you can do to keep yourself occupied. Well worry not, there are some great events planned over the next couple of months which are sure to keep the whole family entertained.

2012-04-26 15:59:04

Waterpower walk from Kelham Island

A Sunday walk along the River Don from Kelham Island to Jordan Dam, part of Sheffield Environment Weeks

2012-04-25 08:07:25

Riverside Walk from Kelham

Guided walk along the river bank, starting from Kelham Island

2012-04-23 18:18:41

Residents petition Councillors

Burngreave residents went to the meeting of the full council at Sheffield Town Hall on Wednesday 4th April to tell councillors they valued staff at Verdon Recreation Centre and Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2012-04-04 21:37:03

Dear Messenger: Andrew Richards

Local resident, Andrew Richards, has written to Tesco Manager, Mark Collings to complain about the new cycle lane on Spital Hill.

2012-04-02 06:53:08

Ellesmere Youth Project

Easter Holiday activities with Ellesmere Youth Project.

2012-04-02 00:38:54

Fir Vale Secondary School

Easter Holiday activities at Fir Vale Secondary School.

2012-04-02 00:33:05

Firth Park Community Arts College

Easter Holiday activities at Firth Park Community Arts College.

2012-04-02 00:27:25

Verdon Recreation Centre With Activity Sheffield

Come along and take part in lots of fun activities including a zip-wire and huge slide! Indoor and outdoor activities available – so no need to worry about the weather!

2012-04-02 00:23:46

Come along and take part in lots of fun activities. Activities take place outdoors and inside in case it’s a rainy day.

2012-04-02 00:20:05

Youth Clubs with Sheffield Futures

Earl Marshall Youth Centre & All Saints Youth Centre – activities during the Easter Holidays.

2012-04-02 00:13:43

Easter Holiday Activities

School holiday activity provision for young people from 2nd to 15th April

2012-03-31 16:24:57

Interserve keep Fir Vale Astroturf closed

Fir Vale's Astroturf is an importanmt facility in the area but it’s been closed to local groups since November.

2012-03-29 16:17:48

Making Tracks at Parkwood springs

Work starts soon at Parkwood Springs, on an exciting new mountain bike trail, funded by Sport England and European Value. The free, open access trail is designed to be accessible and promote skills development at all levels from novice to expert rider.

2012-03-29 15:20:09

Supporting the Messenger

The Burngreave Messenger is about to become a teenager! In July, we’ll be celebrating our 13th birthday and in June, we’ll be putting out our 100th issue – quite an achievement for a community magazine run mainly on the time, effort, skills and goodwill of local volunteers.

2012-03-29 14:53:23

Gold medallist

A 13 year old from Firvale school is proving to be a success as a runner despite having only trained for the past year. Essa Ahmed of Firvale began running for the school team after the coach took him under his wing.

2012-03-29 14:34:21

Sports Project Winter warmers

Results and fixtures

2012-03-08 16:15:53

There are activities in Burngreave to cater for everyone, here is our current activity list.

2012-03-08 16:09:26

Under 8s remain unbeaten

Burngreave Saints Under 8s have won all their matches this season, and with the last match to play in mid-March, its looking good for them to be the top under 8s team in Sheffield.

2012-03-08 16:03:47

Job: Casual Activity Leader

Casual Activity Leader

Grade/Salary £15 524 – 24 331 (pro rata)
Location City Wide
Hours Casual including evenings, weekends and school holidays
Wednesday 14 March 2012

2012-03-01 20:26:46

Events with Friends of Parkwood Springs

Forthcoming events in March and April including Clean Up morning, Mountain Biking and a History Walk.

2012-03-01 16:02:51

Ellesmere Youth Project

Bike ride in Clumber Park

2012-02-03 15:25:53

Verdon Street Centre with Activity Sheffield

Fun activities for 8 – 13 yr olds

2012-02-03 15:22:48

Youth activities at Verdon Street with Activity Sheffield

2012-02-03 15:21:13

Sports Sessions with Activity Sheffield

Activity sheffield sports activities between 13th – 19th February at various centres.

2012-02-03 15:04:41

Youth Clubs with Sheffield Futures

Youth club activities during the February half term

2012-02-03 15:02:17

Torch Walk

Join parents from Whiteways School to experience an evening walk along the River Don. River Steward, Hellen, from the Blue Loop project, will be guiding the group on the adventure.

2012-02-02 15:42:08

February Half Term Activities

February Half Term activities

2012-02-02 15:36:21

Football Crazy

Friday 25th November; a freezing cold night but it was game on between Burngreave’s multitalented multi-agency squad and a group of young people from the Vestry Hall.

2012-02-02 15:23:39

Local lads top the 5-a-side league

A confident smile emanated from the Inter Yemen players in their post-match huddle, following their third consecutive League Chamnpionship medal in the Sheffield Power L eague at the Pitz, Woodbourn Stadium.

2012-02-02 15:16:06

Sheffield F C comes to Pitsmoor

Sheffield FC's Futsal team and coaches are offering to provide training sessions in the area and to help set up local teams.

2012-02-02 14:36:40

A National Champion

from Earl Marshal Road, is the first national champion to come out of Fir Vale, winning the National Clubs for Young People title at 48kg class C category

2012-02-02 14:29:51

Sheffield Caribbean Netball Club

Youth in Action at SADACCA are holding netball coaching sessions from January, and plan to start a new girls team.

2012-01-01 21:57:40

Blast Off success for Burngreave teams

The NE Blast Off finals were a huge success, with 34 teams attending the event at Concord Sports Centre. There was an attendance of approximately 10-12 teams from in and around the Burngreave area.

2011-11-24 15:42:52

Tusaale United takes on the league

New football club, Tusaale United, have begun their first season in Sheffield’s amateur leagues.

2011-11-24 15:31:53

Greenfingers cuts

SAGE Greenfingers (SAGE) will be launching a new horticultural therapy session from January 2012.

2011-11-24 15:07:39

Want to play for a football team?

Contact numbers for various local teams.

2011-11-03 17:37:24

Five - a - side success

Burngreave Sports net get to quarter finals in the X-Box 5 a side adult tournament

2011-11-03 17:35:00

Sports News - Rebound

Basketball at Firvale Sports Centre

2011-11-03 17:29:57

No MUGAs in the park

Despite the hard work of residents, renovation of the old tennis courts in Abbeyfield Park is unlikely to happen in the near future.

2011-11-03 15:52:14

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival. Sunday 10th July 2005 1 pm – 6 pm

2011-11-03 15:27:03

Burngreave Mile Run 2005

Sunday 19th June 2005: The Burngreave Sports Network presents the Burngreave Mile Run 2005, another day of sports fun and activities.

2011-11-03 15:11:35

Organic Gardening

Free Autumn Short Course with Green City Action

2011-09-23 16:27:12

Park improvements under fire

Burngreave residents feel they have been badly let down after projects to improve local green spaces have failed to make the grade.

2011-09-23 15:04:33

Successful summer of activity

Activity Sheffield's summer programme was a great success in Burngreave, with sports and play activities across the area.

2011-09-23 14:55:46

Study Support's positive summer

Burngreave After-School Study Support Project (BASSSP) ran a number of positive activities over the summer including a trip to Knowsley Safari Park, gokarting and trips to the cinema.

2011-09-23 14:33:05

Caribbean Sports fun day

Sheffield Caribbean Sports Club had their 3rd Family Fun Day at the Ecclesfield Ground on Sunday 14th August. Over 400 participants from in and around Burngreave joined in free activities.

2011-09-23 14:28:02

Wensley's summer fun

Young people in Wensley have enjoyed another summer of activities, thanks to Wensley Tenants and Residents Association and Activity Sheffield

2011-09-22 23:23:09

Verdon Recreation Centre open day

Verdon recreation centre open day activities

2011-09-22 21:48:01

Verdon Recreation Centre Open day

Come along and see what is regularly on offer at Verdon Recreation centre, which is located in the heart of Burngreave.

2011-09-08 22:32:51

Wellbeing Taster Programme (Women only)

A 10 week health programme at Sorby House designed to be a starting point for anyone who would like to improve their emotional or physical wellbeing.

2011-09-05 21:00:55

Women’s Wellbeing Group

This women only group is designed to be a starting point for women who would like to improve their emotional and physical wellbeing.

2011-09-05 20:43:01

Family Funday @ Sheffield Caribbean Sports Club, Ecclesfield Common

Family Funday @ Sheffield Caribbean Sports Club

2011-08-11 19:06:20

Cycle Speedway taster session in Abbeyfield Park

Sheffield Cycle Speedway Club and Ellesmere Youth Project will be running a Cycle Speedway taster session in Abbeyfield Park on Tuesday 16th August 4-6pm

2011-08-11 12:37:18

Forest Garden Workday

An opportunity to help maintain the Parkwood Springs Forest Garden

2011-08-03 09:26:09

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 3

Pictures of activities and stalls at Abbeyfield Park Festival taken by Cecelia Vincent and John Mellor.

2011-07-22 16:00:31

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival 2011.

2011-07-22 15:19:46

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 1

Gallery of photos taken by Anwar Suliman at the 2011 Abbeyfield Park Festival.

2011-07-21 17:48:07

Cricket Event at Fir Vale

On the 3rd July 2011 Fir Vale Community & School Partnership, together with Friends of Owler Brook School, held a community cricket tournament, with food to share, thanks to funding from the Council’s Food Festival Awards. The event brought adults & young people from different schools and backgrounds together

2011-07-21 17:35:52

Volunteers of the Year

Two Sheffield youths, Atif Aslam and Zubair Khaliq, have been jointly nominated by Activity Sheffield as the Young Citizens of the Year for their volunteer work with the Burngreave Tigers, a local sports club in affiliation with Sheffield City Council.

2011-07-21 17:33:34

Earl Marshall Juniors- Season Preparations

The football season may not start until September but Earl Marshall Juniors' teams are already working hard to prepare themselves.

2011-07-21 17:26:41

Pitsmoor adventure playground

Summer activities at Pitsmoor adventure playground this summer.

2011-07-21 00:13:53

Special activities

Special activities in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:11:10

Football in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:08:01

Summer Activities 2011

Sports activities in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:05:31

Youth clubs

Youth Clubs in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:01:54

Outdoor activities

Outdoor activities in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 23:11:29

Music, dance & drama

Music, dance & drama in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 22:58:29

Trips & Events

Trips & events in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 22:52:05

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2011-07-20 22:10:51

Events at Parkwood

Two events are taking place on Wednesday 8th June, organised by the Friends of Parkwood Springs, from 5pm onwards.

2011-05-31 21:00:08

Adventure forever

The new Labour Council made keeping the Pitsmoor Adventure Playground open, a ‘priority’ in their new reign at the Council

2011-05-27 14:28:45

Why I like the Scouts

The 205 th St Catherine’s Scout group held an open day on 16th May at their base in Holtwood Rd. inviting new members young and old to join the troupe.

2011-05-27 14:22:09

Earl Marshall Juniors 2010-2011

It was another season of success for Earl Marshall Juniors. The Club celebrated the players' achievements at two memorable presentation nights in May.

2011-05-27 00:16:47

Roe Woods Family Activity Walk

After a short introduction with story and games at the centre, we will go out to explore Roe Woods with more fun activities on the way. All welcome.

2011-05-14 22:02:29

Forest Garden planting day and barbecue

Residents are invited to help with some practical work at the Forest Garden – and join in the barbecue.

2011-05-07 14:14:39

High Hopes

Young people, parents, staff and trustees from Ellesmere Youth Project headed out on a cold January morning for a sponsored abseil.

2011-04-01 15:33:14

Easter Holidays

Events for the easter holidays

2011-04-01 14:43:10

Man City Academy Day

25 local school children visited Manchester City's football academy

2011-03-31 17:18:02

Young people save sports activities

Sports activities run by Activity Sheffield saved from cuts by local young peoples petition.

2011-03-31 17:12:00

Bike Club

We are welcoming back our amazing BIKE CLUB sessions due to popular demand!

2011-03-03 15:24:39

Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts

Sheffield Academy of Martial Arts, established in Sheffield since 1980, welcomes new students.

2011-01-28 20:36:06

Projects for Young people in Page Hall

Young peoples services at the Pakistan Advice and & Community Association.

2011-01-27 15:42:34

"Bike It" at St Catherine's

Children at St Catherine's Catholic Primary School have celebrated the opening of their new cycle parking.

2010-12-05 21:28:40

Ironman Dave Hall

Dave Hall, senior learning mentor at Byron Wood School, completed the Ironman triathlon in Switzerland in July. Dave tells his story…

2010-11-28 21:57:42

Keeping fit locally

If you feel like you need to get fit, lose weight or you just need an energy boost, Verdon Recreation Centre is the place to go

2010-11-25 16:30:39

October half-term activities

Burngreave Youth Network. Activities for Children and Young people in Burngreave and Fir Vale

2010-10-21 14:36:40

Zumba Fitness

Zumba is a fun form of fitness you will want to do every day. Classes every Tuesday.

2010-10-14 15:54:11

Earl Marshall builds support

The football season has got underway for local Pitsmoor and Burngreave based football club, Earl Marshall Juniors.

2010-09-24 17:56:44

Burngreave Firefighter Blazes to Glory

The Messenger catches up with local hero and firefighter, Delroy Galloway. Del won Silver in the World Firefighter Games in August in Korea in the natural body building competition.

2010-09-24 16:49:06

New development for young people

Burngreave Youth Development Centre was set up in January on Spital Hill and is aiming to provide activities for young people between the age of 8 and 18.

2010-09-23 15:39:20

Boxing Centre saved

The Sheffield Boxing Centre businessman Mark McGrail and serving soldier Ross Burkinshaw have taken over the boding club on Earsham Street and given it a new lease of life.

2010-09-23 15:25:36

Paddle power

Ellesmere Youth Project (EYP) ran a 3-week summer programme in August, with over 30 young people. Activities included our now regular bike ride in Derwent Valley, a sunny trip to Millhouses Park and cooking, art & games at the Cornerstone Building.

2010-09-23 15:16:32

Earl Marshall Juniors Community Fun Day

Rafiki and Earl Marshall Juniors FC are holding a multicultural community event this weekend.

2010-08-06 06:29:11

Details of the Summer Programme at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2010-07-22 19:19:40

Trips & Events

Trips and events for young people this summer.

2010-07-22 19:10:17

Football sessions in Burngreave this summer

2010-07-22 19:05:48

Summer Activities 2010

Sporting activities taking place this summer in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 18:58:21

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor activities for families, children and young people over the summer in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 18:23:05

Music, Dance & Drama

Music, Dance and Drama activities in Burngreave over the summer.

2010-07-22 18:10:50

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 17:12:34

Parkwood Springs events

Dates for events organised by Friends of Parkwood Springs.

2010-06-11 13:07:27

FREE cycle training at Fir Vale School

Here comes the summer – time to get fit, enjoy the outdoors and save some money! Get on your bike! Starting Monday 7th June, including women only sessions.

2010-05-31 18:02:09

Ace Self Defence

Free lesson for everyone New Ladies Only classes starting soon We are located at Vestry Hall

2010-05-31 01:17:22

Taekwondo Success

The Taekwondo students at Verdon Recreation Centre have excelled again. On the weekend of 8th and 9th May 2010 two students passed their Dan grading (exam) which was held in Mansfield.

2010-05-27 21:07:54

Bike checks

Building on young people’s enthusiasm for Bike Check sessions last summer, Ellesmere Youth Project and Pedal Ready ran a bike maintenance course, ending with a bike ride from Carwood to Rotherham.

2010-05-27 20:56:35

Another great season

All three teams of local Pitsmoor / Burngreave football club Earl Marshall Juniors had cause to celebrate at the end of the 2009-10 season.

2010-05-27 20:27:17

Summer Festivals

Firvale Fun Day, Abbeyfield Festival, Parkwood Academy/Shirecliffe Community Summer Fayre

2010-05-27 16:07:34

World Cup World Culture

The World Cup is in June and South Yorkshire Police are aiming to promote Spital Hill as a safe place to enjoy the matches and get something decent to eat.

2010-05-27 15:47:43

Byron Wood's Iron Man

Mr Hall, the Learning Mentor from Byron Wood Primary School in Burngreave, will be taking part in the ‘Iron Man’ competition this summer in the very beautiful city of Zurich in Switzerland.

2010-05-27 15:33:41

Burngreave Blastoff

Burngreave had its second Blastoff area based football final on Friday 5th March at Fir Vale Sports Centre

2010-03-25 21:32:51

Byron Wood Walk

On Monday 25th March a group of parents from Byron Wood Primary School had an opportunity to cross the countryside around Sheffield

2010-03-25 19:56:15

New Slide is here

The big slide is back at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground. The children are delighted.

2010-01-29 15:49:30

Football for Wensley

If you like playing football, Wensley will be the place to be on Tuesday nights. From January 26th Activity Sheffield’s inflatable pitch will be on the field near Wensley Close every week.

2010-01-29 15:19:15

Top team - Burngreave Tigers

With the help of Activity Sheffield, sports team Burngreave Tigers have been impressing Sheffield with their skills, winning matches in a whole range of sports and also securing a top city wide award.

2010-01-28 18:20:05

Blastoff comes to Burngreave

Blastoff comes to Burngreave. Blastoff is the football on your doorstep initiative from Activity Sheffield. It's open to boys and girls aged 11-13 and 14-16 years

2009-11-27 16:49:50

Age well at Verdon Street

Whilst it doesn’t have the same feel as the corridors of Parliament, Verdon Recreation Centre has long been the venue where Burngreave’s more senior members can be found putting the world to rights.

2009-11-25 18:33:15

On the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro

Magid Mah has astounded all those who know him – at the young age of 20 he has reached the peak of the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro, not only that but he was told he was the first Somali to achieve it! John Mellor spoke to him about his journey…

2009-11-25 16:33:31

Street Dance

Ellesmere Youth Project are running new Street Dance classes for 8-14 year olds.

2009-11-15 22:31:31

Jobs: Cycling Instructors

Pedal Ready is looking for new cycling instructors to help train over 3,000 children and adults to cycle confidently.

Salary: £11.25 per hour
Closing date: Friday 27th November 2009

2009-11-13 13:48:03

Shirecliffe cable cars

The owners of the ski slope at Parkwood hope to install a cable car that will run from Upperthorpe to Shirecliffe Road. Transport, April 2005.

2009-10-20 17:44:56

Summer and other activities

A list of available activities at Parkwood Springs enjoyed over the summer of 2009.

2009-10-08 14:20:00

Grading success

The Tae Kwon Do students at Verdon Recreation Centre have excelled yet again. On Sunday 6th September every student who took their grading exam passed with flying colours.

2009-09-27 13:24:02

'ON TARGET' with Sheffield Wednesday FC

Sheffield Wednesday Community Programme is inviting all young people aged 8-16 years old to get involved in our weekly sporting activities taking place in and around Burngreave.

2009-09-24 15:27:46

Climbing High at Osgathorpe Park!

Come and try out the new climbing boulder, and take part in an afternoon of fun activities: Tuesday 28th July 2009.

2009-07-19 20:16:34

Earl Marshall Juniors

The Parents and families of local football club, Earl Marshall Juniors, filled the Steel City Community Club in Shiregreen, to celebrate the season’s success at their annual Presentation Night.

2009-07-19 16:31:49

A summary of youth clubs available to young people in Burgreave over the summer

2009-07-17 16:07:42

Trips and Events

A summary of trips and events available to young people in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 16:00:26

Dance and Circus Skills

A summary of various sports events avaialble to young people in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 15:55:18

A summary of dance and circus skill events in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 15:51:38

Bikes & Cycling

A summary of cycling events and activities during the summer

2009-07-17 15:48:02

A summary of play activities in Pitsmoor Adventure Playground over the summer

2009-07-17 15:41:29

Outdoor Activities

A summary of outdoor activities avaialble to young people in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 15:36:30

Summer activities for young people in Burngreave

A summary of football events avaialble to young people in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 15:36:05

A summary of the various events taking place over the summer

2009-07-17 15:24:19

Fun at Firshill

Firshill Community Primary School booked a bouncy castle, made some cakes and had a summer fair

2009-07-16 14:32:25

Job: Football Development Officer

Activity Sheffield has a vacancy for a Football Development Officer to operate within the North East area of Sheffield for two years.

37 hours per week
Salary £22,730
Closing date: 5pm, Thursday 23 July 2009

2009-07-10 20:43:18

Abbeyfield Festival 2009

Latest news and information on the upcoming Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-06-28 23:59:23

Summer Events with the Park Rangers - September

Ranger events in and near Burngreave for adults and children in September

2009-06-28 11:21:08

Summer Events with the Park Rangers - August

Ranger events in and near Burngreave for adults and children in August.

2009-06-28 09:21:46

Summer Events with the Park Rangers - July

Ranger events in and near Burngreave for adults and children in July.

2009-06-27 16:56:54

Summer Events with the Park Rangers

Ranger events for adults and children planned for July, August and September near to burngreave.

2009-06-19 16:45:44

Minilympics

Young people aged 14-16 ran for fun in the EIS (English Institute of Sport) on the 9th of May.

2009-05-29 16:47:47

Earl Marshall Juniors Season Review

Despite seeing success on the field of play in 2009, local Pitsmoor and Burngreave based football club, Earl Marshall Juniors, had to come to terms with the unexpected and tragic death of Club Secretary Mark Moran Healy

2009-05-29 16:21:55

Football at Parkwood Springs

There are 2 full size football pitches with changing facilities and parking at Parkwood Springs.

2009-04-04 21:06:22

Mountain Biking

Why not get involved in Mountain Biking (MTB) at Parkwood Springs?

2009-04-03 19:15:05

Playscheme Days

You can just drop in to Playscheme Days at Parkwood Springs on Thursdays in the summer holidays.

2009-04-02 20:37:09

Sheffield Sport Foundation

Are you a young person interested in attending Athletics or Football sessions as a hobby or professional training?

2009-03-27 15:15:08

Firshill walking wonderland

Firshill Tenants and Residents Association and St Catherine's School are working with students from Sheffield University to brighten up the walk to school

2009-03-26 15:54:42

Fishing Club for Burngreave

Anyone interested in starting or joining a fishing club?

2009-02-01 11:09:47

Minilympics

A spectacular athletic event, to highlight the potential and achievement of young people aged 14-16, will be taking place on the 9th of May.

2009-01-30 17:07:00

Fir Vale Youth Club

Burngreave’s efforts to keep kids off the streets have received a boost with the opening of a new Youth Club just down the road.

2009-01-30 16:42:46

Keep Fit, Health & Well-being

Keep Fit, Health & Well-being sessions for Spring 2009,from the Adult Learning Guide.

2009-01-06 01:03:55

MEND: a new fun programme for kids

The Burngreave Mend programme gets kids healthy and fit in only 10 weeks and helps them stay that way!

2008-12-29 19:06:38

Determined to be a success

Moshin Khan, who grew up in Burngreave, is one of Brendan Ingle's current prodigies and has been boxing since age 11 with the full support of his family.

2008-11-28 16:35:17

Verdon Race walkers

Following the success of the Race for Life in June 2008, local walkers continued training and Activity Sheffield organised a walk at Wentworth Castle in Barnsley.

2008-11-27 20:36:04

Barack Obama Day

Sunday 16th November at SADACCA. A day of celebrations.

2008-11-13 17:07:23

More tree-planting events

Two more public tree-planting events are being held – one at Burngreave Rec near Byron Wood School and one in Burngreave Cemetery

2008-11-08 20:22:59

Half Term Programme of Activities

October 2008 diary of activities for young people during half term.

2008-10-23 16:38:06

Family Cycling Day

On the first Sunday of the summer holidays, two coaches (funded by BNDfC) took over 100 adults and children to Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire to enjoy the freedom and exercise that cycling can offer.

2008-09-28 23:20:39

Al Nisa Sports and Grimesthorpe Institute

Al Nisa sports institute fund raising event

2008-09-26 12:16:13

Earl Marshall U7s Success

Earl marshall U7s sucess in football tournament

2008-09-26 11:50:41

Barrows, bards and a barbecue

Visitors to the Greenfingers open day on 10th September were treated to a tour of the allotments, songs, recitals of creative writing by Write Horizons, sunshine and a barbecue.

2008-09-26 11:13:39

Nottingham Cliff Park Event

Burngreave's Real Young Advisors have organised a community event at Nottingham Cliff Park on Sunday 10th August.

2008-08-07 13:26:00

St Peter’s Church Events

July 2008 – May 2009

Chairobics Sessions
Day trip to Chester Zoo
Day trip to Whitby

2008-07-21 11:26:02

Sports activities for young people in Burngreave.

2008-07-20 19:49:35

Football sessions for young people in Burngreave.

2008-07-20 19:35:18

Trips and Events

Trips and events for young people during the summer 2008.

2008-07-20 19:19:24

Burngreave Amateur Boxing Club

Youth Clubs for children and young people in Burngreave, summer 2008.

2008-07-20 17:25:03

Race for Life

The Race For Life training sessions at Verdon Recreation Centre have paid off and, on Sunday 15th June 2008, 15 local ladies completed the 5km, starting and finishing at Don Valley Stadium.

2008-07-17 20:56:30

Pye Bank Wrestling

Boys and girls in Year 5 at Pye Bank School have been learning freestyle wrestling techniques such as grappling, pinning and tag-wrestling, with Tony Philips, a grassroots wrestling development worker.

2008-07-17 20:49:52

The local community can grab a taste of ring side action with the opening of Burngreave Amateur Boxing Club.

2008-07-17 20:40:11

Summer Activities 2008

Summer activities for young people in Burngreave including youth clubs, trips & events, football, sports, art & media, music & dance and training.

2008-07-17 19:14:55

Champions inspire Sports Foundation

Young residents, Abdirisak Ahmed and Muktar Mohammed, have won gold medals in Junior Athletics at county and national levels, while Muktar also plays for Sheffield Wednesday. Their achievements inspired the Somali community in Burngreave to launch the Sheffield Sports Foundation in June.

2008-07-17 14:27:58

Urban Music

The Cactus Club hosted three nights of urban music, rap and break dancing in August 2005. The events were organised by Urban Music, who started out of a desire for all types of street music to have a positive influence on youngsters.

2008-06-14 20:57:12

Street Dance classes

Ellesmere Youth Project are starting new dance sessions for young people.

2008-06-03 17:41:25

Osgathorpe plans

It’s fantastic to see Osgathorpe Park so well used after all the hard work that has been put in by the Friends of Osgathorpe Park (FOOP) working with the Parks & Countryside Service.

2008-06-02 11:25:40

Grants for young people's activities

Burngreave New Deal’s Small grants team will be running a special grant panel for young people’s summer activities.

2008-06-02 10:41:05

What's going on this summer?

If you are running activities for young people this summer, make sure you get them in the ‘What’s going on?’ booklet 2008.

2008-06-02 10:38:43

Burngreave Saints

It was a disappointing season for Burngreave Saints Under 11s, but with a new home pitch at Parkwood Springs and a new club sponsor, Northern Counties Housing Association, the future looks brighter.

2008-06-02 10:32:46

Earl Marshall Juniors

Season review 2007-08

Earl Marshall Under-12s have been promoted to Division C having finished fourth in Division D last season.

2008-06-02 10:23:27

Free Two-Hour Cycle Training Session

Want to get out on your bike either to get fit or get to work but bothered by traffic and don't know where to ride?

2008-05-30 21:51:41

Supporting the Adventure Playground

The St George’s Day Event at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground on 26th April was a success! There were lots of new faces and it was good to see girls playing on the newly opened aerial runway which was recently fixed by staff and members of the users Group.

2008-05-30 16:25:23

Bowling for fun

With bowling season in full swing, the Abbeyfield Park green is looking in fine form.

2008-05-30 16:01:25

Adult Learners Week, May 2008

A week long programme of activities and educational sessions hosted by local schools.

2008-05-13 18:38:03

Burngreave Learning Festival

Information about the ‘Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival’ in May 2008.

2008-05-11 13:55:59

Workshops at the Festival

A timetable of the taster sessions available during the festival.

2008-05-09 00:40:18

Learning Festival - Main Stage

Performances on the Main Stage at this year's ‘Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival’.

2008-05-08 22:08:22

Family Fun Day at Byron Wood

Family Fun Day at Byron Wood

2008-04-24 09:51:53

Abbeyfield cricket arena opens

The new cricket facility at Abbeyfield Park opens with England cricketer Ryan Sidebottom, and children from local primary schools.

2008-04-21 11:50:46

Beginners’ bowling sessions at Abbeyfield

Ever wanted to try out crown green bowling but weren’t quite sure where to start? Many local people have often walked past the bowling green at Abbeyfield Park and thought to themselves, “I wouldn’t mind having a go at that.”

2008-04-18 16:03:34

Interfaith Walk of Unity

A walk of Unity through Burngreave, Fir Vale and Firth Park.

2008-04-09 19:31:42

Fancy trying out bowling?

Crown green bowling is one of Britain’s oldest sports. It’s fun to play, easy to pick up but difficult to master, and offers a great source of gentle exercise.

2008-04-07 00:31:55

Adventure Playground Photo Gallery

A gallery of photos taken at recent playground events.

2008-04-06 11:24:09

Vaughan launches cricket pitch

With help from England test captain Michael Vaughan, the English Cricket Board and nPower launched the start of work on the ‘Urban Cricket’ initiative at Abbeyfield Park in Burngreave.

2008-04-05 20:44:14

Burngreave FC

When funding for Burngreave Sports Network came to an end, Rafiq Saleh, Amin Saleh and Tariq Ahmed set up Burngreave FC. The team is currently for people aged 17 upwards and we aim to encourage young people into the team. We are always looking for a local business to sponsor the team.

2008-04-05 20:16:39

Greenfingers grows again

Early on the morning of 31st January, Greenfingers had their greenhouse blown up by vandals. A few weeks later, they are well on the way to recovery, thanks to the support of the community.

2008-04-04 21:35:08

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground Free Events

Upcoming events at the Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2008-04-04 20:17:29

Fir Vale Fusion

In four years from now, when the Olympic Games come to these shores, the dream is to have a Great Briton on the podium. To have world class athletes, there needs to be opportunities for young people, Fir Vale Fusion Athletics is providing that for Burngreave Youngsters.

2008-04-04 19:40:36

Race 4 Life Training

On Sunday 15th June 2008, Race 4 Life will be held at Don Valley Stadium in Sheffield. This is a 5km jog or walk to support the work of Cancer Research and the special thing about this ‘race’ is that everyone entering is female.

2008-04-04 19:06:47

Residents clear-up success

The Pitsmoor Tuesday Health Walks group meets to walk locally for pleasure and exercise and has recently had an impact on their environment.

2008-04-03 21:15:29

Cricket Winners

The Sheffield Federation for School Sports’ Raynor Trophy was won by Firs Hill Community School on 21st July 2005, playing against Parson Cross Primary. A resounding win of 88 runs to 15.

2008-03-30 23:10:54

Rec relaunch leads the way

Verdon Recreation Centre was reopened last weekend by Sports Minister and Sheffield Central MP Richard Caborn. Plus:

£6 million plan for Spital Hill
BNDfC Board elections and new Theme Groups announced

2008-03-13 15:53:52

Earl Marshall Football Club Managers and coaches

A wonderful example of a local team, recruited mainly from this area, run entirely by volunteer. Their managers and coaches receive a New Year Area Panel award for their committment.

2008-02-04 19:01:31

Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!

The new MEND project (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It) is designed to help children improve their fitness and lose weight.

2008-02-03 13:55:53

Burngreave Sports Network - Football

Training for young footballers at BSN All Saints Soccer School, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4.15–5.30pm.

2007-12-24 18:04:10

Burngreave Sports Network - Assault Course

We are looking for young strong fit determined young people to take on an army assault course. Are you fit enough?

2007-12-24 18:02:15

Burngreave Sports Project - Activity Support

Free Support For New Local Physical Activity Groups

2007-12-24 17:58:35

Burngreave Sports Project - Trampolining Session

Open to everyone 8 and over. Every Wednesday at Fir Vale Sports Centre, 6–7pm, 7–8pm and 8–9pm.

2007-12-24 17:53:43

New SUFC Academy building plans

SUFC Academy are proposing a three-storey, 20,000 sqft development on land next to the club's Shirecliffe Football Academy. An Open Day will be held on January 9 for the community to view the plans.

2007-12-21 17:05:59

Burngreave Amateur Boxing Club

All coaches fully qualified & police checked. Private sessions by appointment. Change to advertised weekday openeing times: 3pm.

2007-12-06 13:42:04

Al-Nisa Sport and Leisure

Women's Thai kick-boxing classes with a fully qualified and insured female instructor.

2007-12-03 17:16:37

Thai Boxing

New boxing classes starting soon.

2007-12-03 17:04:09

Fishing with SHEBEEN

The first fishing day aimed at creating awareness of the water-based sport among black and ethnic minorities took place at the Abbeyfield Industrial Hamlet on 21st August 2005. The event, a joint initiative between the Environment Agency’s Leeds office and SHEBEEN (Sheffield Black & Ethnic Minority Environmental Network), was one of a series marking National Fishing Week.

2007-12-01 17:56:55

Active Apprentices

Arriving at Verdon Street Rec I am greeted by Ayesha, the friendly and capable apprentice receptionist. A local resident, Ayesha says she enjoys “every single part” of her job, and is busy welcoming visitors and facilitating children’s activities.

2007-11-30 11:10:24

Earl Marshall Junior Football Club

New soccer coaching sessions for Y1 at Firs Hill School, Wednesday 6-7pm.

2007-11-30 10:57:45

Thursday football

I spoke with Youth Worker Omer Mohammed who, with Imran Ali, runs football sessions every week. Omer stated: “I have been delivering this evening football session for about five years now. Sheffield Futures, who I work for, and Activity Sheffield, that Imran works for, have joined resources to run these sessions.”

2007-11-30 10:50:11

Back to the community

The ‘thriving’ Verdon Recreation Centre is looking for a local community group to take over its management.

2007-10-25 18:15:25

Burngreave Ramblers

Interested in walking? The Ramblers are a small friendly group who welcome new members on any of their walks.

2007-10-07 14:16:14

Caribbean Sports Club family fun day

A family day, held at Ponds Forge Sports Centre on 27th October, where participants can try out a variety of different sports.

2007-10-03 16:06:12

The Laurie Cunningham Project

The launch of an exhibition and oral history project involving the collation of people's memories and an opportunity for young people to get involved.

2007-10-03 14:58:21

Self-defence for women

"I've been here since the classes started. Kickboxing is an excellent way to keep fit.” Sarah, one of the attendees at Al-Nisa, hesitated, then continued, “Cheryl’s a very good teacher. She is very precise, making sure that we can execute each move properly, which is great for grading. If I got attacked now, I’d be able to defend myself straight away.”

2007-09-28 22:46:52

FREE fun programme for kids

The Burngreave Mend programme gets kids healthy and fit in only 10 weeks and helps them stay that way!

2007-09-28 18:45:19

Burngreave Bowls Tournament Sunday 29th July

I opened the curtains with my fingers crossed, the sight of the sunshine made me smile. It looked like we’d chosen a good day for the Burngreave Bowls Tournament

2007-09-26 00:20:12

It's not just sports

You may have seen the Burngreave Sport Project activities in the Messenger each issue, it’s run by Activity Sheffield, part funded by the Area Panel, and its doing all sorts of physical activities in the area. So what sorts of things are happening?

2007-08-28 15:35:50

Football with Burngreave Sports Network

Burngreave Sports Network (BSN) and Netherthorpe and Upperthorpe Young People’s Project (NUYPP) are seeking skilful, determined and enthusiastic young footballers to be part of new under 14 and under 16 teams and represent that local talent is out there.

2007-08-28 14:30:30

FA Football Referee Course 2007

Training course geared towards people interested in working in the sport of football. Starts Saturday 25th August 2007.

2007-08-22 15:29:51

Under 10s

Local Under 10s team Earl Marshall Juniors have enjoyed an excellent start to the 2005 season. Although the sequence of seven wins and a draw against league leaders Maltby Juniors was upset with a narrow 1–0 away defeat to Whiston Wildcats, the team is through to the quarter finals of the Trophy Competition and is well placed to push for promotion in the second half of the league campaign.

2007-08-19 15:29:29

Under 9s

After the 2004/05 season's stupendous record of twenty games unbeaten, Burngreave Saints Under 9s started the season with confidence.

2007-08-19 15:26:32

Under 8s

After a turbulent 2005 pre-season where Burngreave Saints Under 8s lost quite a few players, we basically assembled a whole new squad, only retaining half of last season’s squad. After only a couple of friendlies, we went into the season not really prepared and lost the first three games.

2007-08-19 15:18:43

Mid-season Football Roundup

A mid-season 2005 roundup of news from the Under 8, Under 9 and Under 10 football teams.

2007-08-19 15:17:15

Football Appeal

Working with local Iraqi Kurds, Carwood resident Jean Wood has been fundraising to support their football team, Shirwana.

2007-08-19 15:10:55

It's about the team

The Caribbean Sports Club’s adult football team have been going for thirty years. They’ve had their ups and downs, but this season has seen an exceptional start.

2007-08-19 14:51:08

Abbeyfield Park Cricket Facility

Public Consultation Evening, Thursday 30th August 2007. Please come and see the outline plans and tell us what you think.

2007-08-08 16:36:46

Activity Sheffield Job Advert

Activity Sheffield are looking for:

2x Apprentice Sports and Physical Activity Area Workers (Burngreave Area)
1x Apprentice Play Worker (Pitsmoor Adventure Playground)
1x Apprentice Administration Worker (Verdon Recreation Centre)

Closing date: Friday 17th August 2007

2007-08-07 15:18:46

Dance, music and art

Creative activities for young people including Bollywood and Hip Hop dance, spray can art and djing workshops

2007-07-23 09:24:11

Sports activities

Various sports activities and events, including trampolining, cricket and table tennis.

2007-07-23 09:10:02

Workshops and Training

Training in sports leadership, first aid, workshops with the Community Wardens and support with employment for young people for summer 2007.

2007-07-23 08:29:38