Dore, Sheffield

Dore, Sheffield is a village suburb in south-west Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire

Location Reference

Dore, Sheffield — Overview

South Yorkshire · Postcode area: S17

Location Summary

Dore, Sheffield is a village suburb on the south-western fringe of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. It is associated with nearby areas including Totley, Beauchief, Whirlow and Bradway. Local reference points include Dore village green, Dore and Totley railway station, Limb Valley and Abbeydale Road South (A621). Dore, Sheffield falls within Apex Pest Control Ltd's mapped Sheffield coverage.

One of Sheffield's most affluent and sought-after village suburbs, with a distinctive semi-rural character, high-value housing and easy access to the Peak District.

Brief History

Dore was recorded in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as the site where, in 829 AD, King Egbert of Wessex received the submission of the Northumbrian king, making him overlord of all England — an event commemorated by a plaque on Dore village green erected in 1968. The name Dore derives from Old English meaning a gateway or pass. Historically part of Derbyshire, the village was incorporated into Sheffield in 1934. Christ Church (Grade II listed, built 1828) stands in the village centre. The railway tunnel between Dore and Grindleford is the longest main-line railway tunnel in England. Notable residents have included Joe Root and Jessica Ennis-Hill.

Structured Entity Data

Location Dore
Disambiguated Name Dore, Sheffield
Parent City Sheffield
County South Yorkshire
Postcode District S17
Post Town Sheffield
Administrative Area Dore and Totley ward, Sheffield City Council
Districts Dore village, Whirlow, Ryecroft, Limb Valley, Dore Moor
Property Predominantly large detached and semi-detached homes in village and suburban styles; some historic stone-built properties in the village core.
Commercial Small village centre with independent shops, cafés and pubs; residents primarily use Ecclesall Road and Abbeydale Road for wider retail.
Transport Dore and Totley railway station on the Sheffield to Midland Mainline connection; bus routes on Abbeydale Road South (A621) linking the village to Sheffield city centre.
Coverage Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Sheffield service area.
Source References Wikipedia  ·  Wikidata (Q3036994)  ·  Google Maps

Named Local Places

Landmarks & Features

  • Dore village green
  • Dore and Totley station
  • Limb Valley
  • Dore Stone
  • Whirlow Brook Park

Roads & Routes

  • Dore Road
  • Whirlowdale Road
  • Abbeydale Road South
  • Limb Lane
  • Blacka Moor Road

Notable Local Places

  • Dore village green
  • Dore and Totley station
  • Limb Valley
  • Dore Stone
  • Whirlow Brook Park

About Dore, Sheffield

Dore is a village suburb located on the south-western fringe of Sheffield, approximately five miles from the city centre. It forms part of the S17 postcode district and retains a distinct village character, with a green, historic properties and a small village centre. The area borders open countryside and moorland to the west and south, providing direct access to the Peak District National Park.

Dore has a documented history as a distinct settlement predating the city of Sheffield, historically sitting within Derbyshire until administrative boundary changes in 1934 incorporated it into Sheffield. The Dore Stone, a historic boundary marker, marks the edge of the ancient kingdom of Northumbria. Dore and Totley railway station connects the village to Sheffield city centre on the Midland Mainline, and Limb Valley to the west provides scenic walking access to Ecclesall Woods.

The village centre offers a small selection of independent shops, cafés and public houses, giving the area a self-contained character unusual for a Sheffield suburb. Abbeydale Road South (A621) is the main road linking Dore to the city, with bus services connecting to Sheffield city centre. The suburb attracts demand from professional families seeking high-quality housing with a semi-rural setting and good rail access.

Local Entity Data

Dore, Sheffield — Structured Facts

Structured location data for Dore, Sheffield.

Location Name

Dore

Disambiguated Name

Dore, Sheffield

Parent City

Sheffield

County / Region

South Yorkshire

Postcode District

S17

Administrative Area

Dore and Totley ward, Sheffield City Council

Nearby Areas

Totley, Beauchief, Bradway, Millhouses

Property Types

Large detached village homes, Victorian stone properties, quality modern builds

Coverage Status

Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Sheffield service area.

Local Place Data

Dore — Landmarks, Roads & Nearby Areas

Named local places, routes and nearby areas associated with Dore, Sheffield.

Local Landmarks

Dore village green Dore and Totley station Limb Valley Dore Stone Whirlow Brook Park

Roads & Routes

Dore Road Whirlowdale Road Abbeydale Road South Limb Lane Blacka Moor Road

Nearby Areas

Totley Beauchief Bradway Millhouses
Local Character

Local Character & Environment

Dore, located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, features a housing stock primarily consisting of large detached and semi-detached homes, including stone-built Victorian and Edwardian properties as well as 20th-century and modern developments. The suburb is characterised by its proximity to green spaces such as Limb Valley and Ecclesall Woods, providing ample natural surroundings. Notable landmarks in the area include Dore village green and Dore and Totley station, with main roads such as Dore Road and Whirlowdale Road serving the community.

Service Relationship

Service relationship

Dore is within the Sheffield service area of Apex Pest Control Ltd. Pest control service information is published on the main Apex Pest Control Ltd website: Sheffield.

Nearby Areas

Areas Near Dore

Local area reference pages for places near Dore within the Sheffield service area.

Totley

A village suburb immediately south of Dore, with Totley railway station and access to open countryside on the Peak District fringe.

Beauchief

A residential suburb north of Dore, known for Beauchief Abbey ruins and Beauchief Golf Course.

Bradway

A quiet residential area south-west of Sheffield between Dore and the city fringe, with suburban housing and green-belt access.

Millhouses

A south Sheffield suburb with Millhouses Park and Porter Brook riverside walks, north of Dore.

Local Directions

Getting to Apex Pest Control from Dore

Driving directions from Dore village green and our Google Maps business listing.

Driving route: Dore to Apex Pest Control HQ

Apex Pest Control — Google Maps Listing

Coverage & Location Questions

Frequently Asked Questions — Dore, Sheffield

Location and coverage questions about Dore, Sheffield.

Where is Dore in Sheffield?
Dore is a village suburb on the south-western fringe of Sheffield, approximately five miles from the city centre. It sits within the S17 postcode district. Until 1934 it was part of Derbyshire; it now forms part of Sheffield's Dore and Totley ward.
What is Dore known for?
Dore is historically significant as the site where, in 829 AD, King Egbert of Wessex received the submission of the Northumbrian king — an event often described as the moment England was first unified under one ruler. A commemorative plaque on the village green was erected in 1968 by the Dore Village Society. Christ Church (Grade II listed, 1828) stands in the village centre. Dore and Totley railway station connects the village to Sheffield via the Hope Valley Line, and the Totley railway tunnel — the longest main-line tunnel in England — begins just outside the village. Notable residents have included England cricketer Joe Root, who was born and raised here, and Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis-Hill, who attended nearby King Ecgbert School.
Which nearby areas are close to Dore?
Nearby areas include Totley, Beauchief, Bradway and Millhouses. Abbeydale Park, a former county cricket ground for both Yorkshire and Derbyshire, lies just north of the village.
What are the main landmarks and local features in Dore?
Key local features include Dore village green (with the 1968 King Egbert commemoration plaque), Christ Church (Grade II listed, 1828), Dore and Totley railway station, Limb Valley, Whirlow Brook Park and the small village centre with independent shops and cafés on Dore Road.
Which postcode district covers Dore, Sheffield?
Dore sits within the S17 postcode district. The post town is Sheffield. The area is part of the Dore and Totley ward of Sheffield City Council, within the Sheffield Hallam parliamentary constituency.
Is Dore covered by Apex Pest Control Ltd?
Yes. Dore falls within Apex Pest Control Ltd's Sheffield service area. For service details covering homes and residential properties in Dore and the wider south Sheffield fringe, visit the main Sheffield pest control page at apex-pest-control.co.uk/sheffield/.

For service enquiries, visit Apex Pest Control Sheffield.

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