Overview
Rotherham is a large South Yorkshire town with a proud industrial heritage: coal-mining, glass-blowing, and steel-making shaped its history. While much heavy industry has gone, specialist engineering steel production continues along the A630.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Budget and mid-range chain hotels cluster along A631 and near M18 junction 1. Carlton Park Hotel offers B&B doubles from £55; Hellaby Hall Hotel from £65.
Connectivity
5G available from EE and Three; 4G from O2 and Vodafone covers the entire town area.
Food
Westgate is the main eating area with Neelagiree (South Indian), Fitzwilliam & Hughes cafe, and Miele Italian deli. Chantry brewery owns two good pubs on Westgate.
Money
Currency is British Pound (GBP). Cash available at banks and ATMs throughout town. Credit and debit cards accepted at most establishments.
Transport
Rotherham has two railway stations (Central and Interchange) and is near M1 junction 34. Local buses connect to Sheffield, Meadowhall, and surrounding towns.