# Ecclesall Woods, Sheffield — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > South Yorkshire's most expansive natural woodland offers families a chance to spot diverse wildlife and enjoy tree-lined trails, with wheelchair access, on-site dining and convenient parking. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/sheffield/attractions/ecclesall-woods (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Ecclesall Woods Abbey Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8183517330667361410&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Gareth Evans](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108428901565733406873) **In short:** Ecclesall Woods is a park in Sheffield, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 452 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Ecclesall Woods South Yorkshire's most expansive natural woodland offers families a chance to spot diverse wildlife and enjoy tree-lined trails, with wheelchair access, on-site dining and convenient parking. ## What's nearby - The Woodland Coffee Stop 350m away - J G Graves Woodland Discovery Centre 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What visitors say [david field](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112994112404333309669/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely quiet area for dog walking, shaded from the sun, quiet, free parking, cafe area too. Recommend · via Google [Everly Jordan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111758839014168584809/reviews) ★★★★★ I've been going to these woods since i was really young. Its a really good nature walk seeing birds different tress and squirrels and rivers. Its a popular place to take dogs for walks. Good place for a family walk. · via Google [Lewis Mills](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115426292745908879966/reviews) ★★★★★ Great place for a walk in amongst beautiful surroundings. The little cafe offers a selection of teas, coffees and other soft drinks and has plenty of seating. I visited on a Saturday and the car park closed at 16:00, and there is also free parking available on the roadside. · via Google [Michelle Penfold](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116718769939867053099/reviews) ★★★★★ A beautiful and peaceful place, especially down by the Brook. There are several walking routes to take depending on which you fancy. It will take several visits to really explore Ecclesall Woods. It's also a clean place. We saw no poo bags thrown around or any litter at all. Just as a woodland should be. 🌳🌲🌳🌲🌲🌳 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487982320b8664af:0x25c44ca6eda0a1f2!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Abbey Road [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.3397651%2C-1.5126409) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (452 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Sheffield [More attractions in Sheffield](https://staycation.co.uk/sheffield/attractions) ★ 4.8 (452 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/parks-sport-recreation/ecclesall-woods?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0114 2500500](tel:01142500500) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Sheffield **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5W8FQP+WW [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487982320b8664af:0x25c44ca6eda0a1f2!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487982320b8664af:0x25c44ca6eda0a1f2!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487982320b8664af:0x25c44ca6eda0a1f2!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Sheffield Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Ecclesall Woods has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Ecclesall Woods? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Ecclesall Woods? 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