Shafton
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Shafton is a village located in South Yorkshire, governed by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. With a population of approximately 3,500, it serves as a residential community within the region. The village's history is rooted in coal mining, reflecting its industrial heritage. Shafton is part of the broader economic landscape of Barnsley.

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Accommodation at 6 Bedroom Villa in Barnsley Centre in barnsley
Hotel

6 Bedroom Villa in Barnsley Centre

61 Longman Road, Barnsley, S70 2LD, United Kingdom
📍3.9m from the centre of Shafton

Accommodation at Three Acres Inn and Restaurant in kirkburton
Hotel

Three Acres Inn and Restaurant

Roydhouse, Shelley, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8LR
📍10.9m from the centre of Shafton

Historic stone church with a tall clock tower and arched windows, surrounded by green grass under a blue sky.
Holiday Park

Lyndale Caravan Park

1 School Croft, Brotherton, Knottingley WF11 9ET, UK
📍10.8m from the centre of Shafton

Lyndale Caravan Park provides comfortable accommodation in brotherton.

Things to Do in Shafton

Lush green pathway flanked by trees, with stone arches visible in the background along the Trans Pennine Trail.
Walks & Hiking

Trans pennine trail

14 St Mary's St, Penistone, Sheffield S36 6DT, UK
📍10.2m from the centre of Shafton

Explore the Trans Pennine Trail, an easy, flat, and comfortable route perfect for walking, cycling, and family adventures.

A green steam locomotive at a railway station with a conductor, surrounded by tracks and greenery.
Attraction

Kirklees Light Railway

57 Station Rd, Skelmanthorpe, Clayton West, Huddersfield HD8 9AU, UK
📍8.3m from the centre of Shafton

Located in the scenic village of Clayton West, the Kirklees Light Railway offers a delightful experience for families and tourists alike. Enjoy a picturesque train journey through the countryside, complete with a cafe and shop for refreshments. While parking details are not explicitly mentioned, visitors should be prepared for standard pay-and-display parking options.

Aerial view of Watermeadows Park featuring a large stone viaduct and lush green fields under a clear sky.
Park

Watermeadows Park

Water Hall Ln, Penistone, Sheffield S36 8EQ, UK
📍10m from the centre of Shafton

Watermeadows Park in Penistone offers a tranquil escape with scenic viaduct views and rich biodiversity.

The ArtHouse Cafe features a stone facade with large windows and a sign displaying its name, cafe, deli, and gallery.
Cafe

The ArtHouse Cafe

3A Church St, Penistone, Sheffield S36 6AR, UK
📍10.2m from the centre of Shafton

Experience Penistone's warm hospitality and delicious, traditional cafe delights at The ArtHouse Cafe.

Cafe Caffé Botanico in barnsley
Cafe

Caffé Botanico

Unit 14, The Glass Works, 14 Cheapside, Barnsley S70 1GW, UK
📍4m from the centre of Shafton

Discover Caffé Botanico in Barnsley's Glass Works, a highly-rated spot for delicious coffee, light bites, and a welcoming atmosphere.

WISH'S - Takeaway in wakefield
Takeaway

WISH'S

128 Alverthorpe Rd, Wakefield WF2 9PL, UK
📍7.6m from the centre of Shafton

Discover WISH'S in Wakefield, a highly-rated sandwich shop serving generous portions of delicious, freshly prepared food.

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Geographic Facts

Population
3,447
Administrative area
Barnsley

Data sourced from Wikidata and verified public records

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