Our Vision for the Valley sets out ambitious joint approach to regeneration

A bold new vision for the regeneration of Gleadless Valley has been developed in partnership with the community that will benefit from the work.

The Gleadless Valley Regeneration Board – set up by Sheffield City Council – is proud to share Our Vision for the Valley.

It promises to deliver lasting benefits for residents and the wider city. This visionary programme, developed in partnership with local community organisations, sets out 12 major projects to be delivered over the next decade, aiming to make Gleadless Valley a thriving, welcoming neighbourhood once again.

The board still has work to do to secure the final funding for some of the projects. But, the Vision is for:

• Around 1,100 new homes and upgrades to hundreds more, including energy-efficient improvements
• Three new or improved community centres and vibrant local hubs for shopping, work, and socialising
• Four new or improved parks, making the most of the Valley’s famously unique and stunning landscape
• Thousands of residents supported into jobs, apprenticeships, and training, with a focus on local enterprise and skills
• Cleaner, safer streets through innovative place management and environmental stewardship
• Improved public transport and walking/cycling routes, connecting people to opportunities across Sheffield

This Vision will directly improve the quality of life for Gleadless Valley residents. Families will enjoy better homes, safer streets, and more green spaces. The new community centres will offer places to meet, learn, and access vital services. It prioritises local jobs, training, and business opportunities, helping residents build brighter futures. Enhanced transport and walking routes will make it easier for everyone to get around, while environmental projects will protect and celebrate the Valley’s unique natural heritage.

The vision will be going to Strategy and Resources Policy Committee on 10 December 2025, if you want to read the draft document please click this link.

We’re working with the University of Sheffield to understand what life is like in Gleadless Valley as we prepare for future regeneration. Your views will help us set priorities, improve local services, and track changes over time.

It only takes a few minutes to complete our short survey and if you enter the prize draw, there is a chance to win £50 or £100 in shopping vouchers! Winners will be announced on 15 January 2026.

Click the button below to go to the survey:

The survey is open to everyone who lives in Gleadless Valley or feels connected to the area through work, family, or leisure activities.

Prefer a paper copy or need a hand filling it in? Drop by one of these local community spaces:
• The 189 Project, 189 Blackstock Road, S14 1FX
• Heeley Green Community Centre, 344 Gleadless Road, S14 1LQ
• Newfield Green Housing Office, 607 Gleadless Rd, S2 2BT

Last week, students from Springs Academy took the lead in presenting and facilitating a creative workshop at the North Star event. As part of our ongoing engagement with young people across the Valley, the session was co-created by HLM Architects, Springs Academy and the Gleadless Valley Regeneration Team. The Springs students then delivered it to 18 different schools throughout the day.

Each visiting school gathered around a giant map of Gleadless Valley and were invited to think like architects and designers. What makes a great place to live? How could the Valley look and feel in 20 years? Using models, recycled materials and plenty of imagination, they built ideas ranging from community gardens to youth spaces, shops, parks and new ways to move around the area.

The Springs Academy students introduced the activity, explained the themes that shape the real regeneration project and supported their peers in turning ideas into small 3D models. They kept the sessions moving, answered questions and created a welcoming, energetic atmosphere.

Some highlights from the day included:

• Greener, safer walking routes
• New community spaces for families and young people
• Creative ideas for local shops and services
• Models showing how unused or tired spaces could be brought back to life

Two examples of the designs the students came up with, showing handmade models of a house on wheels, a woodland cafe, a wind turbine and a Big Tesco

What stood out most was the leadership shown by the Springs students. This wasn’t just another school activity. They played a genuine role in helping other young people explore what the future of their neighbourhood could look like.

We’ll be meeting with the Springs Academy group again soon so they can choose a winning idea from all the schools involved. The plan is for them to run the workshop again for their peers and other year groups, helping even more young people get involved in shaping the future of Gleadless Valley.

A huge thank you to HLM Architects, Springs Academy and all the students who brought such creativity and energy to the day.

Regeneration – October Highlights

Spotswood Greenspace – Work is due to start early next year on the first major capital project of the regeneration programme. Over the summer, artists Neck of the Wood held creative sessions with residents, and local young people will soon help choose a name for the new space.

John O’Gaunt Site – Thank you to everyone who took part in the recent survey. Over 100 residents shared ideas, with most supporting a supervised youth space as the preferred temporary use for the site.

John O'Gaunt Pub

Mental Health Hub – Construction is underway on the new Neighbourhood Mental Health Hub at the Terry Wright, which will offer 24/7 drop-in support when it opens early next year.

Meet the Team – Meet May Connolly, leading on Employment, Enterprise, Skills and Wellbeing, and Kyle Boswell, focusing on Refurbishment and Sustainability.

Left: May Connolly. Right: Kyle Boswell

You can explore all the updates, get involved in local projects, and find event details on this page.

To stay up to date, sign up to the Gleadless Valley Regeneration Newsletter for the latest news and opportunities to get involved.

For any questions or ideas, email enquiregleadlessvalley@sheffield.gov.uk or call 0114 273 6369.

Exciting Plans Taking Shape for the Future of Gleadless Valley

Big things are happening in Gleadless Valley – and the local community is at the heart of it all

The Gleadless Valley Regeneration Programme is now gathering pace, with refreshed plans being developed to improve homes, green spaces, local facilities, and job opportunities – all shaped by the people who live and work in the area.

Originally launched in 2022 and led by Sheffield City Council’s Regeneration Team, the project is all about long-term change driven by local voices. A major milestone was reached in August 2024 when the Leader of the Council apologised for the uncertainty residents had experienced through delays in delivering the masterplan and the Council’s Strategy & Resources Committee gave the green light to review and refresh the original masterplan, unlocking the next exciting chapter for the Valley.

A New Beginning: The Regeneration Plan

At the centre of this new phase is the Regeneration Plan – a bold and practical roadmap for the next ten years. It’s being developed to turn shared ambitions into real-life projects to transform the valley. It will:

• Set out clear priorities and timeframes for improvements to homes, public spaces, and local services
• Attract investment and new partnerships to help fund projects
• Give communities, councillors and partners a shared vision to work towards

Shaped by the Community

The plan builds on years of community conversations. From online chats to local workshops, residents have been sharing their hopes, frustrations and ideas. That feedback – along with housing and planning data – is currently with design experts employed by the council to develop into a costed ‘feasibility’ plan. This will enable us to start to make important decisions on where to begin our investment in improving homes, communities and green spaces.

What Happens Next?

Over the summer, the design experts at HLM Architects and Arup are working closely with the Regeneration Team and the community to create detailed design options and costings for priority areas.

In August and September, residents will have the chance to get involved again – through social media, local groups, neighbourhood tours and doorstep conversations. The design team will be back in the Valley, listening, learning and testing ideas.

Then, in October and November, those ideas will come back to community members and the Regeneration Board for review. Once we’ve set the ambition, we’ll then need to take it out to the market and look to secure investors and developers who will make the plans a reality.

This will take time, but in the shorter term, 12 – 18 months, we will begin work on making the improvements needed to existing council homes.

Be Part of the Journey

This is an exciting moment for Gleadless Valley. The Regeneration Plan is not just about bricks and mortar – it’s about creating a thriving, welcoming and sustainable neighbourhood for everyone.

Whether you're a resident, a business owner, or someone who loves the Valley – your voice matters. Look out for updates in the coming weeks and help shape the future of your community.