Hoober, Rotherham, S62 7SA

Hoober Ward is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England. The ward contains ten listed buildings that are recorded in the local heritage register. A notable landmark is the J A Jones Hoober Observatory, a privately owned observatory located in South Yorkshire, England near to the villages of Hoober and Wentworth, 4 miles (6.4 km) north‑northwest of Rotherham. The observatory can be found about 300 metres (0.19 mi) east of Hoober Stand. It is owned and operated by the Mexborough & Swinton Astronomical Society, a non‑profit organisation. The locality is part of the S 62 postal district, situating it within the broader South Yorkshire region. Residents in Hoober Ward experience a rural environment with historic architecture and access to the observatory for astronomy enthusiasts. The area is served by local transport links that connect it to nearby towns and cities, offering a balance between quiet living and accessibility to larger urban amenities.