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Fox Valley gear up for a weekend of Markets!
28 Jul 2020The team at Fox Valley in Sheffield are getting ready to host a full weekend of outdoor Markets, starting with the weekly Friday Market from 10am-4pm. On Saturday 1st August the monthly Farmers’ Market will return bringing a host of local traders to North Sheffield, selling fresh produce, food to... Read more »
Fox Valley Florist shortlisted for industry award!
27 Jul 2020Fleur de Lys Florist located at Fox Valley in North Sheffield has made the shortlist for the British Florist Association (BFA) Industry Awards ‘Retail Florist Shop of the Year’ – and they need your help to win! The independent florist shop, headed up by Lisa Crossland, is based at Sandersons Department... Read more »
New menswear brand introduced to North Sheffield’s independent department store.
24 Jul 2020Sandersons Department Store at Fox Valley has introduced Armani Exchange to their recently refurbished menswear department. The Armani collection brings a new range of casual wear including jumpers, t-shirts, shorts, jogging bottoms and more. Other new menswear brands introduced to Sandersons this... Read more »
Independent Wellness Spa to reopen at Fox Valley
21 Jul 2020Sandersons Wellness Spa located inside Sandersons Department Store at Fox Valley will reopen their doors to clients on Monday 27th July at 9.30am. The Spa has been closed for the past 18 weeks following the government lockdown but will reopen next week with a range of new treatments and safety procedures... Read more »
Fox Valley’s gym to reopen this Saturday
21 Jul 2020Snap Fitness at Fox Valley will reopen its doors to members on Saturday 25th July from 7am following a change to government advice. The gym will be back to opening 24/7, however members will be required to book training slots on the GymSync app for staffed hours (between 6am and 9pm). Snap Fitness... Read more »
New family-run bakery to open at Fox Valley
14 Jul 2020A new family run bakery is set to open at Fox Valley in North Sheffield later this summer. The owners of Bridge Bakery, Greg and Mandy Christofi, also own the Old Bridge Bakery in Holmfirth and are regular traders at Fox Valley’s Friday Market and the monthly Farmers’ Market. Bridge Bakery... Read more »
It’s scent to be for Sandersons Department Store and Chanel fragrances.
9 Jul 2020Sandersons Department Store at Fox Valley in North Sheffield will introduce Chanel men’s and ladies’ fragrances later this summer, one of only two new accounts to open this year. The arrival of Chanel fragrances will further strengthen the range of luxury and fine fragrances on offer in the store. The... Read more »
Cycling boom returns record sales for Fox Valley’s Trek Bikes
1 Jul 2020While some stores have seen a dramatic down-turn in trade during the UK lockdown the team at Trek at Fox Valley have never been busier. It has been reported that 1.3 million people have bought a new bike during the lockdown and cycle retailers are definitely one sector which has seen an upturn in trade. From... Read more »
Fox Valley team prepare for a full weekend of Markets!
30 Jun 2020The team at Fox Valley in North Sheffield are gearing up to host a full weekend of Markets on Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July. The Friday Market will take place from 10am-4pm with a host of weekly favourites including Ryan Jepson Cheese, Beau Tees, Finkle Antiques, A.G Greengrocer, the... Read more »
MORE BUSINESSES PREPARE TO REOPEN AT FOX VALLEY!
29 Jun 2020The team at north Sheffield’s award-winning Fox Valley shopping centre are preparing to welcome more businesses back this weekend as the restrictions on restaurants and bars are lifted. Hairdressers and barbers can also open from Saturday July 4th and all returning businesses are now busy preparing... Read more »
Fox Valley’s Vegan Market returns this weekend!
25 Jun 2020The monthly Vegan Market at Fox Valley makes its return this Saturday (27th June) from 10am-3pm! Ten of the regions very best Vegan traders in food, skincare and homewares will be joining the market on Saturday, which will be the first Fox Valley Vegan Market since lock-down. A new Market lay out has... Read more »
SHOPPERS RETURN TO FOX VALLEY AS MORE STORES REOPEN!
20 Jun 2020The team at north Sheffield’s award-winning Fox Valley shopping centre welcomed thousands of shoppers back this week as restrictions on non-essential stores were lifted across the UK. Key essential stores have remained open throughout the lock-down including Boots, Aldi, Home Bargains and John... Read more »
Fox Valley prepares for more stores re-opening
10 Jun 2020The team at north Sheffield’s outdoor shopping centre Fox Valley are preparing for more stores to re-open from next Monday. (June 15th) A number of key essential retailers have traded at the centre throughout the lockdown including Boots, Aldi, Home Bargains and John Crawshaw Butchers and last week... Read more »
FOX VALLEY MARKETS RE-OPEN THIS WEEK
2 Jun 2020Fox Valley’s popular markets re-open this week with three days of themed markets planned at the north Sheffield shopping centre. The Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last week that outdoor markets would be permitted to re-open for trade from June 1st – and plans were immediately put in... Read more »
Customer Notice: Limited Stores Open
10 Apr 2020We have a limited amount of stores still open at Fox Valley catering to essential needs. Please note this list will be updated as new information comes through to us. Please observe a 2m distance from other members of the public whilst out shopping. Store Opening times Pets... Read more »
Fox Valley opticians open for essential care
8 Apr 2020While Specsavers Fox Valley is closed for all routine eye and hearing tests at the moment, the store remains open to provide essential care and support local key workers. Customers are being encouraged to call the store on 0114 553 4776 if they need urgent support with a sight problem, or if they... Read more »
What should glasses and contact lens users in Sheffield do when instructed not to touch their face?
27 Mar 2020The average person touches his or her face more than 20 times an hour – most of the time without even realising – so this is a difficult challenge for everyone. But when you factor in glasses and contact lens wearers, who physically wear something on their face or in their eyes, this becomes even... Read more »
Specsavers Fox Valley offering free eye tests throughout March to celebrate opening
19 Mar 2020Following the launch of a £350k brand-new Specsavers in Fox Valley, the store’s directors are offering free eye tests for all throughout March to spot any sight issues with the local community. The 1,500 sq. ft. store, which is situated on a former 28-acre steelworks site in Stocksbridge, opened... Read more »
Customer Notice Covid-19
17 Mar 2020We want to update you on the steps we are taking here at Fox Valley to help minimise the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and to assure you that we are following all the official guidance from Public Health England. Fox Valley is an open air shopping centre and our public toilets are located on the... Read more »
JoJo Maman Bébé launches recycling initiative From A Mother To Another for their sixth year running
6 Mar 2020With over four million children living in poverty in the UK, JoJo Maman Bébé have launched their recycling charity initiative From A Mother A To Another for a sixth year. All 93 of JoJo’s Boutiques, including the Fox Valley store, will be collecting donations of preloved children’s clothes from... Read more »
Charity mountain bike event returns to Stocksbridge for the 4th year
5 Mar 2020The Steel Valley Ride charity mountain bike event is back this summer for its 4th year, taking place on Saturday 18th July 2020. The event is organised by Stocksbridge based countryside management charity, the Steel Valley Project, and helps to raise funds for their work in the Upper Don area, improving... Read more »
YOUNGSTERS QUICK ON THE DRAW TO MAKE MUM’S DAY!
4 Mar 2020The team at Fox Valley shopping centre have asked youngsters to send through the best drawings of their Mum - to be in with a chance of winning some fantastic Mother’s Day prizes. Youngsters at schools in the area have been asked to send in their pictures - all the entries will be displayed in... Read more »
Fox Valley gear up for a full weekend of Markets
4 Mar 2020Fox Valley in North Sheffield is preparing to host three different markets this weekend, starting with the weekly Friday Market, 10am-4pm on 6th March. The weekly Friday Market is home to popular local traders selling fresh produce and crafts including Joseph Cliffe Fishmongers, A.G Greengrocer, The... Read more »
Local MP moves to constituency office at Fox Valley
28 Feb 2020Miriam Cates MP and her newly appointed constituency team have moved into their new office this month at Fox Valley. Miriam is the new Member of Parliament for Penistone and Stocksbridge after winning the seat for the Conservatives in December’s General Election. She has now moved to her new... Read more »
Award-winning Yorkshire department store secures exclusive fragrance brands
24 Feb 2020South Yorkshire’s award-winning Sandersons Department Store has introduced a new range of exclusive luxury fragrances, making it the region’s leading destination for high end perfumery. The team from the north Sheffield store have searched internationally – travelling to Moscow, London, New York and... Read more »
Applications for Fox Valley’s Food and Music Festival now open!
18 Feb 2020The team at Fox Valley are looking for fresh, new market traders to join them for their Food and Music Festival taking place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June. The annual event attracts thousands of visitors across the weekend and boasts a wide variety of traders and stalls – from fresh, local produce,... Read more »
Fox Valley Santa visits raise money for local charity
17 Feb 2020Santa and his helpers have raised £264 for The Rotary Club of Wortley in the run up to Christmas at Fox Valley. The special Santa visits took place on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December at the busy north Sheffield shopping centre. Every young shopper who visited the centre received... Read more »
Fox Valley team get ready to Spring into the new season!
17 Feb 2020The team at Fox Valley are busy planning for their annual Spring Garden Fayre which will take place at the north Sheffield shopping centre on Saturday 11th April from 11am until 3pm. The event will be a real celebration of the Spring season and a chance for green fingered guests to share their tips,... Read more »
The team at Fox Valley gear up for Half Term Fun!
10 Feb 2020The Fox Valley team are preparing for some half term fun next week as schools across the region break up from 17th – 21st February. There will be various activities at the centre for young shoppers and visitors to get involved with. Zorro Lounge will have a “children’s corner” filled with books and... Read more »
Plans underway for Fox Valley’s annual Food and Music Festival
4 Feb 2020The Fox Valley team are busy planning the centre’s annual Food and Music Festival which is due to take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June. Applications are already coming in from local producers and traders who want to be part of the annual event – this year’s festival will feature more... Read more »
Ambitious Directors launch new Specsavers at Fox Valley after £350k investment
30 Jan 2020Optical and audiology services in north Sheffield will receive an extra boost with the launch of a state-of-the-art Specsavers store on Monday February 3rd at the award-winning Fox Valley development. The 1,500 sq. ft. store, situated on a former 28-acre steelworks site in Stocksbridge, has benefitted... Read more »
Fox Valley team prepare for special Sunday Market
30 Jan 2020The team at Fox Valley are preparing for a special Farmer’s and Craft Market which will take place this Sunday (February 2nd) from 10am until 3pm. The market will have a special Valentine’s Day theme with heart shaped bunting and decorations. The planned Friday and Saturday Markets have been cancelled... Read more »
Fox Valley Vegan Market returns this weekend
22 Jan 2020Vegan-friendly market traders will once again return to Fox Valley for the monthly Vegan Market this Saturday (25th January). From 10am-3pm vegan produce and craft traders will take to the Market Quarter including Ellis Fruit & Veg, Wear Your Voice Tees and Naturally for You (Soaps & Bath Salts),... Read more »
Fox Valley Next store named top store in the region
22 Jan 2020The team at Fox Valley’s Next store have been praised by their company for exceeding their performance targets and have been awarded 1st place out of 148 stores in the North region and 2nd place out of the whole company for Autumn / Winter 2019. The first ever Next store opened in 1982 and since then... Read more »
Martyn Kemp Opticians launch new Ear Clinic at Fox Valley store
21 Jan 2020Martyn Kemp Opticians have teamed up with Derbyshire based audiology company The Ear Place to provide a private hearing clinic service at their Fox Valley store. From Friday 24th January the new bi-weekly clinic, led by Senior Audiologist Bethany Andrews, will cater for a wide range of treatments and... Read more »
Fox Valley leads the charge for electric vehicle drivers
10 Jan 2020Electric car drivers shopping at north Sheffield’s Fox Valley are now able to charge their vehicles whilst they shop, with the arrival of six InstaVolt rapid electric vehicle chargers. The new chargers were officially launched by the Penistone and Stocksbrige MP Miriam Cates at the award-winning... Read more »
Fox Valley’s weekly Friday Market returns this weekend
7 Jan 2020The first Fox Valley Friday Market of the new year will take place this week (Friday 10th January) will a full market of local traders attending. From 10am-4pm there will be a selection of fresh, local produce to pick up from the Old Bridge Bakery, Ryan Jepson Cheeses, A.G Greengrocer, Deliciously... Read more »
Independent department store has record Christmas!
27 Dec 2019The award-winning independent department store Sandersons, based at Fox Valley in north Sheffield has reported record breaking figures for Christmas trade. In 2019 Sandersons won the Drapers Best New Independent Retailer Award for its unique format and creating a real experience for shoppers. The... Read more »
Shoppers turn out for Santa’s visit to Fox Valley
16 Dec 2019The team at Fox Valley celebrated the festive season in traditional style at the weekend with an annual visit from Santa ahead of his big day. Santa’s visit was a two-day event and took place from 12pm until 3pm in different locations each day. On Saturday the grotto was set up on the bandstand and... Read more »
Crowds turn out for Fox Valley’s Christmas market
10 Dec 2019The team at Fox Valley hosted their first Christmas market last Saturday (7th December) with crowds of shoppers turning out for the festive event. The event took place from 10am until 5pm in the market area of the north Sheffield shopping centre near Home Bargains and Aldi. There was live music... Read more »
Fox Valley team get festive with a special visit from Santa
9 Dec 2019The team at Fox Valley are getting into the festive spirit with the introduction of a special Santa’s grotto at the centre’s bandstand for Christmas. The festive Grotto will be open on Saturday 14th December and Sunday 15th December from 12pm to 3pm, raising money for local charities. Young visitors... Read more »
Fox Valley Vegan Market returns this weekend
27 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley are preparing to host their monthly Vegan Market this weekend on Saturday 30th November from 10am-3pm. The new market was launched in July this year and has proven popular with visitor to the north Sheffield retail destination. On the last Saturday of every month, a range of... Read more »
Fox Valley team gear up for packed weekend of festive fun!
22 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley are continuing the countdown to Christmas next month with the centre’s first weekend-long Christmas Market! On Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December there will be a full two-day market serving festive food and drinks and Christmas gift ideas as well as packed line-up of live entertainment.... Read more »
Crowds turned out for the Fox Valley Christmas light switch on event
15 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley hosted their annual Christmas Light’s Switch On yesterday with an impressive turn out for the event – despite the rainy November weather. High winds and rain meant the planned Christmas Market and Fireworks had to be cancelled but a great line up of festive entertainment still... Read more »
Specsavers to open new Fox Valley store
14 Nov 2019Specsavers has announced that the company is opening a brand-new store at north Sheffield’s award-winning Fox Valley development. The British optical retail chain, which also has outlets across Europe as well as Australia and New Zealand, will open the new branch in the New Year. The new Fox Valley... Read more »
The Fox Valley team prepare for the Christmas Lights Switch On event!
11 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley are gearing up for their annual Christmas Lights Switch On which is taking place this Thursday (14th November) from 3pm until 7pm. The annual festive event is sponsored this year by Eric Stead Motors based in Ecclesfield – the Sheffield company was established in 1964. Lots... Read more »
Entertainment line-up announced for Fox Valley’s Christmas Lights switch on
7 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley are busy preparing for their big annual Christmas lights switch on event which is due to take place on Thursday 14th November. The event, which is sponsored by Eric Stead Motors, starts at 3pm with a special appearance from Disney’s Anna and Elsa from Frozen to kick off a jam... Read more »
Fox Valley team gear up for festive late night shopping!
1 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley in north Sheffield are launching the centre’s late-night Christmas shopping event next month – launching on the evening of the big Christmas Light’s Switch On. The later opening hours will launch on Thursday 14th November and run on every Thursday until December 19th with stores... Read more »
Crowds turn out for Fox Valley’s Halloween Spooktacular
1 Nov 2019The team at Fox Valley held their annual Spooktacular event on Thursday 31st October with the crowds turning out for a packed evening of activities and entertainment. There was a great line up of entertainment which was organised by In Yer Face Performing Arts as well as fantastic performances from... Read more »
Fox Valley team celebrate success of first Teen Trader Market!
30 Oct 2019The team at Fox Valley hosted the centre’s first Teen Trader Market at the weekend with a host of budding young entrepreneurs taking part in the event. Students aged from 11 to 16 from schools across the region were invited to take up a market stall and promote their businesses in a real retail... Read more »
Fox Valley gears up for a weekend of Markets
28 Oct 2019The Fox Valley team are gearing up for a weekend of markets this week with the monthly Farmers’ Market on 2nd November and the monthly Craft Market on 3rd November. The Farmers’ Market returns this Saturday from 9am and will be Bonfire Night themed, with free firework themed face painting and crafts... Read more »
New business “Spudalicious” to take over Fox Valley’s funky Citroen food van
24 Oct 2019Fox Valley’s funky Citroen food van and alfresco dining area is set to welcome new owners “Spudalicious” later this month. Spudalicious is owned by friends and business partners Lindsey Kirk and Nicola Gray who are also the owners of the popular Holme Lane Deli in Hillsborough. The pair have had a... Read more »
Fox Valley prepares for their first Teen Trader Market!
23 Oct 2019The team at Fox Valley are getting ready for the Teen Trader Market set to take place this Sunday (27th October) from 10am until 3pm. This one-off special event will give local youngsters the chance to experience the hustle and bustle of an authentic retail environment. The young traders will get the... Read more »
Fox Valley prepare for monthly vegan market!
22 Oct 2019The team at Fox Valley are gearing up for their fourth monthly Vegan Market which will take place this Saturday (26th October) from 10am until 3pm. Shoppers will be able to find a wide range of vegan food options as well as skincare and other specialist products. Traders will include Tropic Skincare... Read more »
Spooktacular Event returns to Fox Valley this Halloween
15 Oct 2019The team at Fox Valley are busy preparing for their annual Halloween Spooktacular event, which is taking place on Thursday 31st October. From 4pm-6:30pm there will be lots of fun activities taking place for all the family to enjoy including slime workshops and a creepie crawly workshop with ‘Meet a... Read more »
Apprentice finalist to help judge Fox Valley’s Teen Trader Market!
9 Oct 2019The Fox Valley team are preparing for their special Teen Trader Market later this month when former Apprentice Finalist Adam Corbally will be helping to judge the budding young entrepreneurs taking part in the event. This market takes place on Sunday October 27th and is aimed at young businesses across... Read more »
Fox Valley Florist Rooting for Success in National Award!
1 Oct 2019Fleur de Lys Flowers located in Sandersons Department Store at Fox Valley has made it to the top 10 finalists in the “Best Retail Shop” category for this year’s British Florist Association (BFA) Industry Awards. Fleur de Lys, headed up by owner Lisa Crossland from Stocksbridge, has been open as a concession... Read more »
Fox Valley launches new Teen Trader Market next month!
25 Sep 2019The team at Fox Valley are gearing up for a brand-new Teen Trader Market on Sunday 27th October aimed at budding young businesses across South Yorkshire. The new market will be operating from 10am until 3pm and will be located along the walkway near Home Bargains. The special one-off event will give... Read more »
Absolutely Fabulous Day as Sandersons Spa is Launched at Fox Valley!
18 Sep 2019The team at Sandersons Department Store at Fox Valley welcomed back their Absolutely Fabulous friend Joanna Lumley OBE today for the launch of the store’s unique new Wellness Spa and Organics area. Hundreds of shoppers turned out for the chance to meet the celebrity guest who spent time chatting to... Read more »
Actus team open new Fox Valley head office
17 Sep 2019The innovative South Yorkshire insurance broker Actus Insurance has opened its new head office at Fox Valley in north Sheffield. The company was launched just over 2 years ago by Sam Leeder and Paul Taylor – who between them have more than 40 years of experience in the industry. Actus Insurance specialises... Read more »
VIP LAUNCH AT FOX VALLEY’S SANDERSONS SPA
17 Sep 2019Joanna Lumley OBE will be visiting Fox Valley shopping centre tomorrow (Weds 18th September) to mark the official opening of a unique new Wellness Spa and Organics area at Sandersons Department Store. The team behind Sandersons Department store at Fox Valley have spent the last three months creating... Read more »
John Crawshaw’s new venture launched at Fox Valley
17 Sep 2019The popular north Sheffield family butchers John Crawshaw’s have launched a brand-new venture at Fox Valley in Stocksbridge with a funky new sandwich trailer which will open on Monday 23rd September. The team have transformed a rustic trailer to create their new Seven Hills Grill which is now based... Read more »
Prime Minister Boris Johnson Visits Fox Valley
17 Sep 2019The Prime Minister Boris Johnson called in at Dransfield Properties’ Fox Valley development on Friday. The visit to the award winning shopping centre was made during his whistle-stop tour of South Yorkshire. Mr Johnson met Mark Dransfield, Managing Director of Dransfield Propertied Ltd as well the... Read more »
Fox Valley’s fine floral displays receive top accolade!
11 Sep 2019The beautiful floral displays at Sheffield’s Fox Valley shopping centre have received a prestigious Gold Award in the Yorkshire in Bloom competition. The centre team was praised for its beautiful planting across the site as well as its range of local events and community engagement at a special award... Read more »
Sandersons Department Store wins national retail award
11 Sep 2019Sandersons Department Store in North Sheffield has been awarded a prestigious national independent retail award at a glittering awards ceremony held in London today. The store, based at Fox Valley, was shortlisted in June this year for Best New Independent Retailer and Best Customer Experience, along... Read more »
WHAT FOX VALLEY’S KATIE DID NEXT!
10 Sep 2019The Stocksbridge schoolgirl who won a competition to find a name for the town’s Fox Valley development is taking her first career steps at one of the businesses based at the award-winning centre. Katie Holmes was a 12-year-old pupil at Stocksbridge High School when she picked out the name Fox Valley... Read more »
Department store team shortlisted in top retail awards
7 Sep 2019The team from Sandersons Department Store in north Sheffield travel to London on Wednesday (September 11th) for the annual Drapers Independent Awards. The Fox Valley store has been shortlisted for two of the prestigious industry awards which are organised every year by the leading fashion and retail... Read more »
Fox Valley team prepare for September’s monthly farmers’ market
28 Aug 2019The team at Fox Valley are preparing for the monthly Farmers’ Market on Saturday 7th September. The popular monthly market will run from 9am-3pm along the glass walkway close to Aldi and Home Bargains and local singer Pippa Crossland will be performing and entertaining shoppers from 12pm – 2pm. The... Read more »
Good food on the menu as Fox Valley prepares for Restaurant Week!
22 Aug 2019The Fox Valley team are preparing to cook up a great week of offers and activities for the north Sheffield shopping centre’s first ever Restaurant Week. The centre is home to four great restaurants as well as a range of cafes and coffee shops and throughout the week Pontis Italian Kitchen, McGilveray’s,... Read more »
Sandersons Spa to welcome celebrity guest for VIP launch!
21 Aug 2019Sheffield’s Fox Valley shopping centre will welcome back the celebrity guest Joanna Lumley OBE next month to mark the official opening of a unique new Wellness Spa and Organics range at the centre. The team behind Sandersons Department store at Fox Valley have spent the last three months creating... Read more »
Healthy Valley Campaign to focus on Type 2 diabetes
21 Aug 2019Diabetes consultant Dr Adrian Scott will be taking part in a special “Healthy Valley” campaign next month in a series of events being held across Stocksbridge. Dr Scott will be delivering a talk at Stocksbridge Library at 10am on Saturday 7th September and will also be joining a team of volunteers later... Read more »
Fox Valley Next store receives praise for top regional ranking!
20 Aug 2019The team at Fox Valley’s Next store have recently been praised for their outstanding efforts and being ranked highly in both the region and nationally. The company was recently ranked 3rd highest performing store in the North Region for Spring and Summer 2019 and 8th across the whole company on its... Read more »
A day filled with wedding delights - Fox Valley to host “Luxe Amour” Wedding Show in October
19 Aug 2019The team at Fox Valley are preparing for the centre’s first ever Wedding Show this October. The award-winning north Sheffield shopping centre is licenced to hold weddings and on the 13th of October will be hosting “Luxe Amour.” The wedding event, in partnership with Hummingbird Bridal Studio, will... Read more »
Alan Johnson to make special visit to Fox Valley restaurant
12 Aug 2019The veteran politician Alan Johnson will be the special celebrity guest at an “Evening With…” event at Ponti’s Italian Kitchen in north Sheffield next month. The event is due to take place on Thursday 12th September in the restaurant’s private dining room. Tickets include a three-course meal prepared... Read more »