Rotherham

Rotherham is a metropolitan borough in South Yorkshire that consists of multiple settlements spread along the valleys of the River Don and River Rother. The area includes both urban districts and quieter communities shaped by these waterways.

King John granted the area market charter status in 1207, establishing it as a major trading center. This royal recognition shaped its commercial importance for centuries to come.

All Saints Minster stands at the heart of the area with its distinctive architecture built from local red sandstone. The building shows the craftsmanship that defined the region and remains a gathering place for the community.

The area has good rail connections to Sheffield, Doncaster, and other South Yorkshire locations, with bus services linking different parts of the district. Visiting is easiest with public transportation or by exploring the local road networks that connect the various settlements.

The Catcliffe Glass Cone, an old glassworks in the area, is the oldest surviving glass manufacturing structure in Western Europe. It shows how important glassmaking was to this region and stands as a remarkable trace of its industrial past.

Location: South Yorkshire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Rotherham

Website: http://rotherham.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.43083,-1.35472

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27