Letwell

is a rural village and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England, known for its historic buildings, strong community spirit, and surrounding countryside. It is located on the border with Nottinghamshire. 

Key Information

• Location: South Yorkshire, between Dinnington and Langold, off the B6463 road.

• Parish Council: Letwell Parish Council manages local affairs and holds bimonthly meetings at the Village Hall.

• Website: www.letwellvillage.org.uk.

The Tropical Butterfly House

A wildlife conservation park located on Woodsetts Road in North Anston, near Dinnington, Sheffield. The family-run zoo features more than 142 species, including butterflies, birds, bats, crocodiles, and various mammals. The park is generally well-regarded by visitors, with a 4.7-star rating based on over 4,700 reviews. 

Before you visit

• Booking: All visitors, including members and carers, must book tickets online in advance. Walk-in admissions are permitted, but it is recommended to book ahead for busy periods like school holidays.

• Hours: For the winter season, which began on November 3, 2025, the park is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is open Wednesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m..

• Parking: On-site parking is free, with accessible spaces located near the entrance and Lottie's Coffee Lounge.

• Accessibility: Most areas are accessible to disabled visitors. Wheelchairs are available for hire. There are also accessible toilet facilities. 

Attractions and activities

• Tropical House: Explore the indoor rainforest, which is home to free-flying butterflies and birds. You can also spot leaf-cutter ants and reptiles like iguanas and caimans.

• Animal Encounters: Get up close with meerkats, lemurs, and otters during keeper talks and daily animal encounters.

• Animal Feed Bundles: Purchase feed to interact with some of the friendlier animals, including meerkats, goats, and wallabies.

• Children's Play Areas:

  • Realms of Camelot: A castle-themed adventure playground.

  • Dino Trail: A trail with model dinosaurs and a "Dino Dig" area for fossil hunting.

  • Splash Zone: A water play area with sprinklers and a sandpit, active in warmer weather.

• Tractor-Trailer Ride: Take a ride on a tractor-trailer to see more of the park.

• Nature Trail: Walk the trail to learn about the native species that the park helps to conserve.