Hillsborough Park is a prominent public green space located in the Hillsborough suburb of Sheffield, approximately three miles northwest of the city centre. The park’s history dates back to the 18th century when the land was part of a large private estate belonging to the Steade family, with the magnificent Hillsborough House, a Grade II listed building, at its heart. The estate was later sold off, and in 1890, a significant portion was purchased by the Sheffield Corporation to be transformed into a public park, which was officially opened in 1892.
Today, Hillsborough Park is a vital community hub offering a wide range of amenities and activities. It features a historic walled garden, a fishing lake, a popular playground, and various sports facilities, including tennis courts and a bowling green. The former Hillsborough House now serves as a public library, and the Old Coach House has been renovated into a community café. The park is a central gathering place for the community, hosting regular events like the weekly Hillsborough parkrun. It has also gained significant attention in recent years as the main venue for the city’s largest music event, the Tramlines Festival, drawing tens of thousands of people and cementing its role as a key cultural destination in Sheffield.
