Sheffield

Properties and events in Sheffield

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‘From Tip to Trail’ a New Walking and Cycling Trail from Oughtibridge to Deepcar

Ash Close, Wharncliffe Side, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 0BY
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore the next planned route of the Upper Don Trail and safer links to the Trans Pennine Trail on a journey of contrasts between Wharncliffe Side and Deepcar.

'Drainspotting' - Sheffield's Victorian pavement features

Next Chapter Books, 7 Rustlings Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 7AA
In person
Pre-booking not required

A look at the history under our feet. Discover the social heritage that we walk over every day.

"Walls That Speak: The Architectural Heritage of Sheffield Manor Lodge"

Sheffield Manor Lodge, The Discovery Centre, 197 Manor Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 1UJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

With over 450 years of history our walls have a story to tell. From humble beginnings as a hunting lodge, to a grand manor and royal prison for the captive Mary Queen of Scots. Discover our heritage through tours and children's trail.

A plan takes shape - the architecture of art and design

All Good Stuff at Butcher Works, 72 Arundel Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2NS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Artists and makers share how they create their work in an exhibition and in-person conversations and demonstrations in the historic Butcher Works Gallery. Meet the architect involved in the restoration of this Grade II* listed former cutlery works.

A Taste of the Rivelin

Rivelin Park Cafe, Rivelin Park Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 5FE
In person
Pre-booking not required

An introduction to the foraging present and industrial past of the Rivelin. Led by Siobhan (Shony's Mushrooms) and Calvin (Hidden Sheffield Walks), we will explore edible fungi and flora alongside the remnants of water-powered industry.

A walk round Attercliffe

Attercliffe Supertram Stop, Shortridge Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 3SH
In person
Pre-booking required

The Lower Don Valley was the powerhouse of Sheffield's heavy steel industry and Attercliffe was where its workers lived. Though many buildings have disappeared what remains is a fascinating insight into the life of a once-thriving community.

Abbeydale Picture House

387 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 1FS
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a guided tour of Abbeydale Picture House in the company of local historian Mike Higginbottom.

Abbeyfield Park House & Garden: Eavesdropping, Constance & Change

Abbeyfield Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 7AY
In person
Pre-booking required

Abbeyfield House sits in one of the most well preserved examples of an extensive late Victorian private walled garden. We are offering tours through the house & the gardens setting in the context of the wider Pitsmoor landscape of the last 200 years.

Aizlewood's Mill Tour

Aizlewoods Mill, Nursery Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 8GG
In person
Pre-booking required

Guided tours of Aizlewood's Mill and much of the historical flour milling equipment on show.

All Saints Ecclesall – explore the church, grounds, its history and heritage.

Ringinglow Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 7PP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Explore the Grade II listed church building, first built in the 18th century, and discover the 10 acres of church grounds, its vast array of nature, and over 10,000 graves. Come along for guided tours, displays, graveyard enquiries, family activities

Battle of the Architects at Sheffield General Cemetery

The Samuel Worth Chapel, Sheffield General Cemetery, Cemetery Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 8NT
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore Sheffield General Cemetery's bold Victorian architecture through a programme of architecturally-themed exhibitions, guided tours, talks, and children’s craft activities.

Beauchief Abbey

Beauchief Abbey, Beauchief Abbey Lane, Beauchief, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 7BD
In person
Pre-booking not required

A hidden gem, the Oldest Building in Sheffield - set in a peaceful site, surrounded by parkland. 12th Century Tower and 17th Century Box Pews.

Birley Spa Bath House History Talk and Tour

Birley Spa, Birley Spa Lane, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S12 4ED
In person
Pre-booking required

Guided tour of Sheffield's only Victorian Bath House with a spring-fed plunge pool. Learn about its colourful history, its importance in our city's working-class heritage and the wildlife that call it home.

Broomhill Community Library - Architectural Design - Conservation Principles in Practice

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Thread Architects will join Lucy Newport of Castree Structural Design for a lively and fascinating discussion on how architectural and structural designing can in practice secure the heritage of a building.

Broomhill Community Library - Broomfield Local History Walk

1 Beech Hill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2SA
In person
Pre-booking preferred

We shall walk around Broomfield and find out about some of the early inhabitants of Broomhill - steel manufacturers, solicitors, St Mark's Church and the early Rutland Hotel.

Broomhill Community Library - Designing for People, Landscape and Heritage

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Landscape Architect Ollie Pike will talk about some of his latest projects that connect people, place and heritage including the Percy Cane Heritage Garden and National Trust garden at Lyveden Manor.

Broomhill Community Library - Exploring the Hidden Garden

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Take a tour of the Percy Cane Heritage Garden with garden historian Jill Sinclair and see the latest creativity by the garden team. Self guided trail and treasure hunt for children available during the HODS festival.

Broomhill Community Library - Family Fun & Creative Experience

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A family event for school age children to make some imaginative structures with recycled materials and design a Minecraft world!

Broomhill Community Library - Iconic & Bygone Illustrations of Sheffield

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking not required

An illustrated talk and exhibition by artist Greg Harris of the familiar iconic architectural landmarks, past and present, across the city of Sheffield.

Broomhill Community Library - New Heritage Group for Broomhill’s People, Places & Stories

Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR
In person
Pre-booking preferred

An informal gather of local experts and interested residents to share their interest in Broomhill’s heritage and to discuss forming a new local heritage group.