sheffield heritage

SHEFFIELDHERITAGEOPEN DAYS13th-22nd September 2019

NB.THIS BOOKLET WAS COMPILED IN JULY BEFORE THE FINAL DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES. IT CONTAINS LIMITED DETAILS ONLY

AND THERE MAY BE EXTRA EVENTS NOT RECORDED HERE. www.heritageopendays.org.uk

for complete information about booking, access, refreshments etc& any recent alterations to dates or times or events

Welcome toSheffield’s Heritage Open Days13th-22nd September 2019All across England, the largest Heritage Festival is taking place.“Sheffield City Council is delighted to sponsor Sheffield Heritage Open Days 2019. This brochure, produced by Sheffield Civic Trust, who coordinate Sheffield Heritage Open Days, will introduce you to 137 of our city’s wonderful heritage sites, venues and locations which can be visited free of charge during the festival. I hope that you will enjoy discovering some old and new favourites this year.” Mary Lea, Sheffield City Council Cabinet Member for Culture, Parks and Leisure.Our thanks to all the organisers. Join them and share the pride we have in our city!

NEW in 2019 BOOKLETDiscover unsung stories of Sheffield’s People Power as we commemorate Peterloo 1819. Look for this icon:We have continued to link with the Sheffield Walking Festival.Walks carry this icon:

Sheffield Civic Trust is proud to be the local organiser of this annual festival. The Trust relies on a group of committed volunteers who organise events, run a Newsletter, represent us nationally, and work to deliver HODs and the Sheffield Design Awards. If you are interested in our city, its buildings and green spaces, and would like to join us don’t hesitate to email us: [email protected]

Grateful thanks to Kate Cooper. Rhona Watts, Jean Baxter, Carol Seymour, Helen Brown and Louise Watt without whose help we could not produce this booklet.

Disclaimer :While care has been taken with this leaflet, Sheffield Civic Trust cannot acceptresponsibility for errors or omissions

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Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet S7 2QWVisit Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet, once a producer of agricultural tools and the largest watered-powered industral site on River Sheaf. Mon 16 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Booking not requiredwww.simt.co.uk

Abbeydale Picture House S7 1FSHistorian Mike Higginbottom, & team from Projected Picture Trust, lead tour of iconic, Grade-II listed Picture House, & demonstrate 2 working 35mm film projectors Sun 15 Sept - 11.00, 13.00, 15.00 https://www.theabbeydalepicturehouse.com

Aizlewood’s Mill -Co-operative Showcase - More than a shop! S3 8GGCo-operatives have played a part in the heritage of Sheffield, and many are alive and well today, as showcased in the Mill Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Fri 20 Sept - 10.00-16.00 https://www.principle5.coop

Aizlewood’s Mill Tour S3 8GGGuided tours of Victorian flour mill, saved in 1980 Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00 to 16.00 Fri 20 Sept - 10.00 to 16.00 Booking Requiredhttps://www.aizlewoodsmill.co.uk

All Saints Church, AstonS26 2AXDisplay of church silver, vestments and registers. 3pm History TalkSun 15th Sept 12.30-15.30Booking not required

All Saints Church, Ecclesall S11 7PPAll Saints Church, originally opened in 1788 and extended in 1907 is home to outstanding stained glass. Impressive graveyard resting place of many of Sheffield’s great industrialists opened in 1788, with a later Temple Moore extension in 1907, is home to 35 outstanding stained glass windows & has an impressive churchyard. Sat 21 Sept - 13.00-16.00 Tour at 14.00 https://www.allsaintsecclesall.org.uk/

Architecture of Flockton - new walk for 2019 S1 4ELA guided walk to discover some more of the buildings designed by the Flockton group of architects from the city centre (Trippet Lane) out to the Riverside. Sun 15 Sept - 11.00 Sun 22 Sept - 13.00 20 max Booking Requiredwww.sheffieldsocietyofarchitects.org.uk/

Aston Reading Room S26 2ANDisplay of local history documents, maps & photos. Local albums chronicle history of community & lives of servicemen in two World Wars. Churchyard chronicles links between Aston Hall & Capability Brown.Fri 13 Sept - 18.00-20.00 Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 http://www.astonhistorygroup.co.uk

Attercliffe Walk S9 3SPAttercliffe, home to the workers of the Lower Don steel industry. Join Mike Higginbottom for this fascinating insight into the life and buildings of a once-thriving community.Meet Attercliffe Tram stop.Fri 13 Sept - 10.00 Booking Requiredhttp://www.mikehigginbottominterestingtimes.co.uk/?p=1136

Ball Inn - the Amazing Disappearing Pub Act S10 1UDFind out how a Victorian pub in Crookes managed to disappear, re-appear in another location, and never miss a day’s trading! Two local ladies in full Bustle Dress will let you in on many secrets of village life in the 1870s. Mon 16 Sept - 14.00 - 15.00 Booking Requiredhttps://crookesforum.org.uk

Beauchief Abbey S8 0EL12C Abbey, oldest building in Sheffield, dedicated to Thomas a Becket. See Medieval tower, box pews, remains of monastic cloisters. Choral Evensong with Abbey Lane Singers Sunday, 15.00Fri 13 Sept - 1100-16.00 Sat 14 Sept - 11.00-16.00 Sun 15 Sept - 1100-15.00 (plus special event at 15.00-16.00) Booking not requiredhttp://www.beauchiefabbey.org.uk

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Remember when planning your day, please CHECK ONLINE for details,See page 2 of this booklet.



Beeley Woods - Industrial Heritage walk S35A walk in the beautiful woodland of Beeley Woods exploring the remains of 18th and 19th century mining and industry along the way. Meet Stockarth Lane. Sat 14 Sept - 12.00-1330 Tues 17 Sept - 11.30-13.00 Sat 21 Sept - 14.30-16.00 25 max Booking not required

Birley Spa S12 4EDGuided tour of Sheffield’s only Victorian Bath House with a spring fed plunge pool.Sat 14th Sept; Sun15th Sept; Sat21st Sept; Sun 22nd Sept Tours 13.00,14.00,15.00Booking required (max 12)www.friendsofbirleyspa.org.uk

Bishops’ House S8 9BEBishops’ House, hidden Tudor gem, situated top of Meersbrook Park, great views over the city. Guided tours during Heritage Open DaysSat14th Sept ,Sun 15th Sept, Sat21st Sept, Sun22nd Sept 10.00-16.00 Tour at 11.30. Wed 18th Sept Tour only 19.00http://www.bishopshouse.org.uk

Bridgehouses Footbridge, nr. Lady’s Bridge S3 8GJAn introduction & historical guide to Bridgehouses Footbridge, a 19th century Iron Bridge renovated and maintained by Friends’ group since 2015.Fri 13th Sept - 13.00-14.30 Sun 15th & 22nd Sept - 1100-12.30

Broomhill Heritage walk S10 2PLLocal History walk featuring the people & buildings of 19C along Newbould Lane & Rutland Park. Meet junction Watson Rd/Newbould Lane. Sat 14 Sept - 14.00 Booking not required (max 35)www.broomhill-library.org.uk

Broomhill Library. Arts & Crafts Celebrations S10 5BREvents and displays celebrating 5 years as volunteer-led Community Library, inspired by John Ruskin and our Victorian villa & Heritage Garden; Children’s events on Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri.Fri 13 Sept - 16.00 - 17.15 Mon 16 Sept - 14.00 - 15.00 Tues 17 Sept - 10.00-11.00 Wed 18 Sept - 16.00 - 17.15 Fri 20 Sept - 16.00 - 17.15 Sat 21 Sept - 13.00 - 16.00 Booking preferred (max 15)www.broomhill-library.org.uk

Broomhill Library. People Power Wall-Hanging S10 5BRStitch a square for our Ruskin inspired wall-hanging and help make a tribute to the inspirational people and movements. No experience necessary. Tues 17 Sept - 11.00 Thurs 19 Sept - 11.00 Booking not requiredwww.broomhill-library.org.uk

Broomhill Library. Percy Cane Heritage Garden S10 5BRTalk by garden historian Jill Sinclair. how the Arts & Crafts Movement influenced the design of the garden. Thurs 19 Sept - 11.00 Booking not required (max 30)www.broomhill-library.org.uk

Broomhill Litter Pick. People Power in Action S10 5BRJoin us for a Community Litter Pick Sat 21 Sept - 11.00 - 13.00 Booking not requiredwww.broomhill-library.org.uk

Castle House S3 8LNTour of former Co-op department store now re-invented. See modernist staircase, board room and former café with spectacular viewsMon 16th Sept 18.00-19.00; Tues 17th Sept 17.00-18.00; Wed 18th Sept 17.00-18.00 Booking required via eventbrite

Celebrating the woodlands of Bradfield Part of the Three Parish Woodland. Meet at St Nicholas ChurchSat 21st Sept Talk 18.00 Bat Walk 19.15Booking [email protected]

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Cemetery Road Baptist Church S11 8HAVisit this imposing Romanesque style Grade II listed chapel from 1859 and explore its history. Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-16.00 http://www.crbchurch.org.uk

Curzon Cinema S1 2PFGuided tour of the remaining bank vaults and our state of the art projection equipment.Fri 13 Sept - 09.00-12.00; tours on the hour Sat 14 Sept - 09.00-12.00; tours on the hour Wed 18 Sept - 09.00-12.00, tours on the hour Booking Requiredhttp://www.curzoncinemas.co.uk/sheffield/

Cutlers’ Hall S1 1HGWalk round this private building with its stunning and inspirational cutlery and steel displays. Sat 14 Sept - From 10.30-16.00, tours approximately hourly http://www.cutlers-hallamshire.org.uk

Dore Masonic Hall S17 3LALearn about the Hall’s history as a military hospital, a mental asylum and now as a major centre for Freemasonry. Free car parking 150 yards up Dore Road. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Sun 15 Sept - 10.00-16.00

Dore Medieval Day S17Medieval costumed re-enactors on Dore Village Green. Living History displays culminating in a tournament Sun 15 Sept - 11.00-16.00 http://www.dorevillage.co.uk/

Dore Old School - the Iron Age Brigantes Tribe S17 3GWFind out about the Brigantes Iron Age Tribe, with displays on their lives and crafts, along with information on local archaeology and the history of Dore Old School. Sat 14 Sept - 11.00 - 16.00 Booking not requiredhttps://www.thetimetravellers.org.uk/

Down behind the Cathedral walk S1 1HAA guided walk around the Cathedral Quarter, a little known part of Sheffield’s city centre. Meet in front of Cathedral. Tues 17 Sept - 18.30-20.30 Booking not required

Drainspotting - A guide to Nether Edge pavement features S7 1HQA look at the history under our feet. Discover the social heritage that we walk over every day. Meet Moncrieffe Road Wed 18 Sept - Walk 1100-12.30 Sun 22 Sept - 14.00-15.30

Drainspotting- A guide to Crookesmoor pavement features S6 3TDA look at the history under our feet. Discover the social history we walk over every day.Meet Walkley Library Mon 16 Sept - Walk 1400-15.30 Sat 21 Sept - 11.00-12.30

Edward Carpenter Walk from Devonshire Cat S1 4HGThis walk explores Edward Carpenter’s Sheffield connections, with a focus on his socialist political activities and his life as a gay man. Sun 22 Sept - 11.00 -13.00 http://www.friendsofedwardcarpenter.co.uk/

Endcliffe Park Heritage Walk S11 8RSA guided walk round Endcliffe Park to discover how the area has changed over the last 150 years. Sat 21 Sept - 10.30 Booking [email protected]

EPPiC Theatre S35 9TPFully functioning theatre, converted from an old church. Tours of the building, its history and information on our society available. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 https://ecclesfieldprioryplayers.co.uk/

Flower Estate Walk S5 6BBTake a walk around the historic and ground-breaking Flower Estate, the first urban social housing development outside London, with long-time resident David Green. Meet Wincobank Chapel Sat 21 Sept - 11.00-12.00 Booking required (max 15)Please text or phone 07980 143776

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Freeman College, Ruskin Mill Trust S1 2NGFreeman College Sterling & Butcher Works sites, once home to Sheffield’s 19thC cutlery industry. Traditional artisan craft workshops and see the original Grinding Troughs. Sat 21 Sept - 11.00 - 16.00 http://www.rmt.org

Fulwood Old Chapel S10 4GLBuilt in 1729 as a meeting house for dissenters. See the inside of the Chapel and an exhibition on the Chapel and Fulwood through the ages. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Sun 15 Sept - 1400-16.00 http://www.fulwood-old-chapel.org.uk/

Gillfield Woods, Totley S17 3BSA 6 mile walk exploring the nature and history of one of Sheffield’s lesser known woodlands, tracing the past industry and human activity in the woods. Meet Baslow 97 bus terminus. Wed 18 Sept - 15.00-16.30 Fri 20 Sept - 11.00-12.30 25 max Booking not required

Graves Park “Finding Lost Norton Park” S8 8HDLed by Professor Ian Rotherham - a celebration of the National Lottery Heritage Fund Project. Finding Lost Norton Park. Guided Walk in Graves Park followed by refreshments and talk. Meet in car park at rear of Norton House Country Club. Wed 18 Sept - 17.30 - 20.30 Booking [email protected]

Great Sheffield Deer Park Boundary Walk S2 1DSA historical exploration of the largest private Deer Park in England. Meet Lidl supermarket Wed 18 Sept - 10.30 to 14.00 http://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Grenoside Steel Works S35 8RDExplanation of the industrial history and community significance of steel furnace and site. Grade 2 listed. Visit the furnace cellar in small groups. Exhibition of research and artefacts.Sat 14th Sept; Sun 15th Sept; Wed 18th Sept; Sat 21st Sept 10.30 and 14.30 Booking Required (max 20). Advise children’s ages. Access [email protected]

Harland Works S2 4QUOne of Sheffield’s old steel works, and now a base for over 20 independent businesses. See how tenants including bakers, yoga teachers, architects, animators, craftsmen, product designers make use of the building. Sun 15 Sept - 12.00 - 17.00 https://www.harlandworks.co.uk/

Herdings Heritage & Harvest S14 1TDReach invites you to celebrate Sheffield’s second oldest building (cruck barn on Saxon foundations). See the garden, where this year’s crops will be harvested, cooked and eaten! Family friendly day out. Sat 21 Sept - 10.00 - 1400 http://www.reachsouthsheffield.org.uk

Hillsborough Park S6 4HDA walk around Hillsborough Park to learn about its history, notable residents, buildings and parkland Meet at Pavilion Sun 15 Sept - 2pm Booking Required (max 20)[email protected]

Hillsborough Tabernacle Congregational Church S6 4HFCome and join tours of a Church building with lots of 1950s features and hear how it was rebuilt from the rubble after the Sheffield Blitz. Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00-12.30 https://hillsboroughtabernacle.blogspot.com

Holy Trinity (New Testament Church of God) S3 8GTThis is a Grade II listed building erected in 1848, at the expense of the Misses Harrison, of Weston Hall, Sheffield (now known as Weston Park). It is an exact copy of Christ Church in Attercliffe. Fri 20 Sept - 10.00 - 1400 Booking not required

Hoylandswaine Nail Forge S36 6ARA historic small workshop where nails used to be made by hand on an anvil. Listed Grade 2 and preserved as a historic building. Sun 22 Sept - 11.00-15.30 Booking not required

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Industrial History of the Sheffield Moors S17 3BLA walk to look at the remains of quarrying on the Sheffield moors. Meet Longshaw Woodcroft Car Park (SK 267801) Fri 20 Sept - 10.30 to 14.00 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Journey to Justice S1 8LYCentral Sheffield walk from Snig Hill on the history of race, class and protest in the city. Meet Premier Inn, Snig Hill Sat 14 Sept - 09.00 to 10.30 Sun 15 Sept - 13.00 to 1430 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Kelham Island history Walk S3 8SADiscover the fascinating history, characters and industry of Kelham Island led by local historian. Thurs 19 Sept - 17.30-19.30 Booking Requiredhttps://www.kinca.org

Kelham Island Museum S3 8RYSpecial tour of the museum site including the cellars Tues 17 Sept - 14.00 20 max Booking Required through Eventbrite Over 16s only please. A liability waiver form will need to be signed before entering cellars. Please note access to cellars is only via a narrow steep staircase.http://www.simt.co.uk

Kelham Island Museum - Ken Hawley Collection Trust S3 8RYTalk on “Butler the Cutler”. There were over 100 cutlery companies whose names began with “B”. Check your knife drawer (!) and join us to learn about the ‘Name on a Knife Blade Project’. Wed 18 Sept - Talk 14.00-15.30 30 max Booking [email protected]

Kenwood Hall Hotel S7 1NQTour the house and grounds of George Wostenholm, 19thC cutlery manufacturer. Some fine original features. Sun 15 Sept - 11.00 - 15.00 Sun 22 Sept - 11.00 - 15.00 8 max Booking Required for [email protected]

Living and Dying in Burngreave S1 2AYHistoric urban walk from Fitzalan Square monument, including some surprising green spaces and looking at life past and present in Burngreave and Pitsmoor. Sun 22 Sept - 10.00 to 15.00 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Living Heritage of River Don - return of Salmon river walk S3 8GJDon Catchment Rivers Trust guided walk along the River Don from Lady’s Bridge to Meadowhall. Learn about the recovery of the river and how salmon are returning to Sheffield. Fri 20 Sept - 13.00-15.00 Booking required via Eventbrite

Longshaw Estate - People’s Landscape Talk S11 7TZ“Trespassers will be prosecuted” a short talk by local historian Thelma Griffiths on the history of access to the countryside in the local area. Sat 14 Sept - 10.30 - 11.30 Booking Required for talkhttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/longshaw-burbage-and-the-eastern-moors/whats-on

Longshaw Estate - People’s Landscapes Exhibition S11 7TZNew exhibition which uncovers the history of the Duke’s estate and how it became the people’s estate. Sheffield Museums join us to exhibit artefacts of G H B Ward. Sat 14 Sept - 11.30 am - 16.30pm https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/longshaw-burbage-and-the-eastern-moors/whats-on

Longshaw Estate - Peoples Landscapes Walk S11 7TZGuided walk on the history of the Longshaw Estate with local historian Thelma Griffiths. Explore the history of the estate on a gentle informative walk. Sat 14 Sept - 14.30 - 16.30 Booking Required for walkhttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/longshaw-burbage-and-the-eastern-moors/whats-on

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Loxley Valley Local History Round Walk S6 6SGA heritage based walk visiting historical buildings and industrial remains in the Loxley Valley. Wed 18 Sept - 10.40 to 13.30 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Meersbrook Hall S8 9FLExplore Meersbrook Hall on a guided tour with the archaeologist who reveals its secrets. Wed 18 Sept - Tour only. 18.15 Sat 21 Sept - 10.30-14.00 Tours. 11.00 & 12.30 Sun 22 Sept - 11.00 - 14.30 Tours. 11.30 & 13.00 Booking preferred (max 25) via Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/friends-of-meersbrook-hall-23418358990

Millennium Galleries S1 2PPA tour of the new displays in the Ruskin Collection at Millennium Gallery led by curator, Louise Pullen. Tues 17 Sept - 13.00 - 13.45 30 max Booking not requiredhttp://www.museums-sheffield.org.uk

Montgomery Theatre S1 2LGJoin us for a day of activities as we delve into our theatrical past and celebrate the acts that have crossed our stage over the past 130 years! Family friendly Sat 14 Sept - 10.00 - 15.00 http://bit.ly/2JI23s3

More Hall & Broomhead Reservoirs. Construction Problems and their Solutions S36 3SSSheffield’s Lakeland walk describing the construction of the two reservoirs, the problems encountered, the extensive remedial works and subsequent monitoring. Sat 21 Sept - 10.00 to 15.00 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Museums Sheffield Tour. “Sheffield’s Collections” Join us for an extra special tour of Museums Sheffield’s collection store in the North East of the city. Wed 18 Sept - Tours will begin at 11.00 and 14.00 Booking essential (over 18 only), location given upon booking.http://www.museums-sheffield.org.uk/whats-on/events/2019/9/heritage-open-day-tour-a-tour-of-our-stores-11am

Nether Edge Bowling Club S7 1RUA fascinating 40 minute guided tour of the 150 year old Nether Edge Bowling Club, including gardens and main building from 1867. Sun 15 Sept - Guided tours at 11.00, 11.30, 12.30, 13.00 15 max Booking not required

Nether Edge History Group Walk S7 1PEA guided walk around Nether Edge to learn about some local influential people, including James Montgomery, George Wostenholm and the educationalist Prof. William Ripper. Thurs 19 Sept - 10.30 - 12.30 Booking not requiredhttp://www.netheredge.org.uk

Old Town Hall S3 8LTNeglected for 20 years, join Valerie Bayliss for a guided walk around Sheffield’s former civic and justice centre, and learn about current plans for restoration.Sat 14 Sept - 11.00 Fri 20th - 11.00 Booking [email protected]

Parkwood Springs S5 8XBParkwood Springs is set to be our country park in the city. See the best views in Sheffield and how a medieval deer park provided materials for industry, a home for workers, and a platform for guns. Fri 20 Sept - 17.30-19.30 Booking not required (max 15)http://www.parkwood-springs.btck.co.uk/

Porter Brook - an exploration S1 4RHA street level exploration of the Porter Brook from the city centre to Endcliffe Park looking at the history, remains, and hidden parts of the brook. Meet Sydney Steet pocket park. Mon 16 Sept - 10.00-11.30 Thurs 19 Sept - 14.30-16.00 25 max Booking not required

Portland Works Little Sheffield Ltd S2 4SJView this Grade 2* listed building. See progress of restoration and repair over last 6 years. Some tenant makers will be open for tours. Sun 15 Sept - 12.00 - 17.00 http://portlandworks.co.uk/events/

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Rivelin Valley Heritage Open Day S6 5GLExhibits about the industrial heritage and local wildlife with guided walks to famous Mousehole Forge and a poetry walk with Fay Musselwhite. Sun 22 Sept - 10.30-15.00; Heritage trail walks 11.00, 12.00, 13.00 & 1400. Poetry walk 14.00 20 max Booking Requiredwww.rivelinvalley.org.uk

Sheffield Assay Office S6 2ANLearn about assaying and hallmarking of precious metals over the last 245 years. Talk and tour.Fri 13 Sept - Talk and Tour 10.00 -12.00 (2 hr duration) Booking Required via eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-history-and-work-of-sheffield-assay-office-tickets-62050482664

Sheffield Botanical Gardens. “People Power in Action” S10 2LNDiscover how a group of enthusiastic people saved the Botanical Gardens from dereliction in the 1980s - learn about the role played by today’s 500 Friends of the Gardens. Workshop and optional tour. Sat 14 Sept - Workshop 1400-15.00, Garden Tour 15.00-16.00 Booking not requiredhttp://www.fobssheffield.co.uk

Sheffield Castle Remains S3 8LEWith Friends of Sheffield Castle and Wessex Archaeology, learn about the history of Sheffield Castle, recent archaeological investigations and visit currently viewable remains. Sat 14 Sept - 11.00, 12.00, 1400, 15.00 Sun 15 Sept - 1100, 12.00, 1400,15.00 Sat 21 Sept - 11.00, 12.00, 14.00, 15.00 Sun 22 Sept - 11.00, 12.00, 1400, 15.00 Booking required via Eventbritehttp://www.friendsofsheffieldcastle.org.uk

Sheffield Castlegate FestivalSee separate entries in this booklet for: Sheffield Castle Remains; Victoria Quays Grain and Terminal Warehouse; Old Town Hall; Castle House Booking required via Eventbrite/heritageopendaysincastlegate

Sheffield Castlegate. Past and Present S1 2AXWalk with Robert Haslam around Sheffield’s oldest quarter. Learn about its history and future. Mon 16 Sept - 12.15-13.45 Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Cathedral - Josephine Butler talk S1 1HAIllustrated Talk by Helen Mathers; ‘Josephine Butler, Patron Saint of Prostitutes’ Sat 14 Sept - 16.00 Booking [email protected]

Sheffield Cathedral - Power in the Church S1 1HASpecial events and micro-exhibitions to celebrate the people power and powerful people in the history of the Cathedral.Sat 14th September 10.00-16.00Booking Requiredhttps://www.sheffieldcathedral.org/

Sheffield Citadel Salvation Army Music Festival S11 8YNYou are invited to The Salvation Army on Psalter Lane to visit our suite of buildings and enjoy an hour-long music programme. Sun 15 Sept - 16.00

Sheffield City Hall, “From Peterloo to Orgreave - 200 Years of People Power” S1 2JAA celebration of People Power highlighting the historical links between the 1819 Peterloo Massacre and the attack on striking Miners at Orgreave in 1984, including a special reading of Barry Hines’ drama ‘After the Strike’. Wed 18 Sept - Doors 19.00, Start 19.30 Booking Requiredhttps://www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk

Sheffield College - Environmental Tour S2 2TLThe Sheffield College will be running tours of our environmentally friendly City Campus. Tues 17 Sept - 14.00 - 15.00 Fri 20 Sept - 14.00 - 15.00 Booking [email protected]

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Sheffield College Land-based Student Community Projects - presentation & tour of gardens. S6 2ETStudent presentation of community projects and tour of their project gardens. Tues 17 Sept - start 9.30 am finish approx 10.30 am Booking not [email protected]

Sheffield General Cemetery Trust - Amy Johnson talk S11 8NTCome to a presentation by Ann Beedham about legendary aviator Amy Johnson who lived in Sharrow while studying at Sheffield University. Sun 15 Sept - 14.00-15.30 60 max Booking Requiredwww.gencem.org/events

Sheffield General Cemetery Trust -OPEN DAY S11 8NTGuided history tours, plus an exhibition in the Samuel Worth Chapel, will introduce you to the fascinating history of Sheffield General Cemetery, Sheffield’s Victorian landscaped garden cemetery dating back to 1836. Sat 14 Sept - 12.00 to 16.00 Booking Requiredhttps://www.gencem.org/

Sheffield Hallam University - History of Education at Collegiate Campus S10 2BPWalk exploring Sheffield Hallam University campus and the area, looking at buildings and education connections from 1836.Meeting point: Corner of Ecclesall Road and Collegiate Crescent. Thurs 19 Sept - 14.00 to 16.00 20 max Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Home of Football Walking Tour S1 1DAA one mile walk to discover the history of football in Sheffield from ‘Mob Football’ in the 1790s onwards. Sun 15 Sept - 14.00 to 15.30 20 max Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Hospitals History Collection S5 7AUA rare opportunity to see old hospital instruments and equipment and portraits, busts and photographs relating to the history of the Sheffield Hospitals. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-11.00, 12.00-13.00, 14.30-15.30 Tues 17 Sept - 12.00-14.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-11.00, 12.00-13.00, 14.30-15.30 Booking required via Eventbrite

Sheffield Institute of Arts - The Old Head Post Office S1 2AYBehind the scenes tours of our working Art School in Sheffield’s beautifully restored former Head Post Office Sat 14 Sept - 11.00-16.00 12 max Booking RequiredContact Tim Machin 0114 22569656http://www.shu.ac.uk/siagallery

Sheffield Libraries - Early reformers S1 1XZLoveday Herridge and Sue Roe discuss the contribution that 18th and 19th century Reformers made to Sheffield’s identity, culture and growth through their championship of the first libraries in the town. Fri 20 Sept - 10.30 - 11.30 80 max Booking Required via Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/libraries-sheffield-9795467632

Sheffield Libraries - Heritage Tour S1 1XZDiscover the history of Sheffield Central library, take a look behind the scenes and learn about many of the fascinating architectural features contained within this iconic Art Deco building. Not suitable for people with limited mobility.Fri 13 Sept - Tour 11.00 & 14.00 15 max Booking Required via Eventbritehttp://www.sheffieldlibraries.eventbrite.co.uk

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Sheffield Libraries -Joseph Lamb and the making of Sheffield Libraries S1 1XZVal Hewson presents a portrait of Joseph Lamb, the self-made man who became Sheffield’s City Librarian and the driving force in reforming the local library service and the Central Library. Tues 17 Sept - 10.30 - 11.30 80 max Booking Required via Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/libraries-sheffield-9795467632

Sheffield Manor Lodge -Tudor Open Day S2 1UJSheffield Manor Lodge opens its doors Explore the ruins, visit the turret house, meet Bess of Hardwick and discover the story of Mary Queen of Scots’ imprisonment in Sheffield. Sun 22 Sept - 11.00-16.00, Tours at 11.30, 13.00 & 1430 Booking not requiredhttps://sheffieldmanorlodge.org/

Sheffield Old Town. Echoes of the Past S1 1HALed by Les Seaman, a fascinating 2-hour stroll through the canal basin by the River Don towards West Bar and back by Paradise Square to learn about Sheffield’s Industrial Heritage.Meeting Point: Sheffield Cathedral Thurs 19 Sept - 10.30 to 12.30 20 max Booking Requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Pub Heritage Walk - meet at Fagans S1 4BSA short walking tour, led by Dave Pickersgill, round some Heritage pubs in Sheffield Fri 20 Sept - 14.30-16.30 & 17.30-19.30 15 max Booking Required via Eventbrite

Sheffield Pub Heritage Walk - meet at Fat Cat S3 8SAWalking tour, led by Dave Pickersgill, in Kelham Island encompassing aspects of the industrial heritage of the area and Sheffield’s ‘Beer Capital’ status.Fri 13 Sept - 15.00-16.30 15 max Booking Requiredhttp://tiny.cc/93zx7y

Sheffield Theatre History. ‘A Brief History of Professional Theatre’ S1 2LAWalking tour of former Sheffield theatre sites lost through demolition, fire, blitz or planning changes. This tour explores theatre from before Georgian times to the present day. Tues 17 Sept - 14.30 Thurs 19 Sept - 15.30 18 max Booking Required via Eventbritehttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Theatre History. ‘Tales of the City Centre Music Halls’ S1 2LAChris Reece leads a walk round the West Bar Area, ‘The Shaftesbury Avenue of Sheffield’, visiting sites of former music halls and pubs including The Gaiety, Britannia, Grand, Surrey and Alexandra. Tues 17 Sept - 18.00 Thurs 19 Sept - 18.30 18 max Booking Required via Eventbritehttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Sheffield Town Hall S1 2HHA tour of Sheffield Town Hall including the Reception Rooms, Council Chamber and Lord Mayor’s Parlour. Sun 15 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 20 max Booking not required

Sheffield Street Tree Walks S7 1DRA guided walk and talk around key sites where the ‘People Power’ of Sheffield citizens was demonstrated by direct action to preserve the city’s green heritage. Meet at Butler’s Hotel. Sat 14 Sept - Walk and Talk 11.00 - 13.00 & 15.00 - 17.00 Tues 17 Sept - Walk and Talk 17.30 - 19.30 25 max Booking [email protected]

Sheffield Street Tree Walks- Urban Ecology Defended S7 1PF‘A tour of the wonderful urban forest’ in Nether Edge with local ornithologist Jim Clarke. Learn about significance of the mature street trees and how critical it was for local ecology that the trees were defended by ‘People Power’. Wed 18 Sept - 17.30 - 19.00 Fri 20 Sept - 10.00 - 11.30 25 max Booking not Requiredhttps://savesheffieldtrees.org.uk/

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Shepherd Wheel S11 2YESee a unique working example of Sheffield’s knife grinding industry. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Sun 15 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Sun 22 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Booking not requiredhttp://www.simt.co.uk

Shire Brook Valley Water Wheels & Woodland Heritage Walk S13 7BNGuided walk around the Wickfield Heath and Plantation area of the valley taking in the sites of the Upper and Nether Wheels along the Shire Brook to look at the fascinating history of this area. Sun 15 Sept - 14.00-16.00 20 max Booking RequiredEmail for booking: [email protected] https://www.ukeconet.org/sbvhg.html

South Yorkshire Scouts Archive and Heritage, Hesley Wood S35 2YHArchive/ Heritage Room in Howard Walker building. South Yorkshire Scouting history, early artefacts and scrap-books, Scouting and Wentworth Woodhouse, displays memorabilia, SY Scouts overseas expeditions and jamborees. Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 10 max Booking RequiredEmail for booking: [email protected]

St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church - Community Arts and Crafts Fair S11 8YLOur fourth annual community arts and crafts showcase, with lots of new stalls and old favourites. Sat 21 Sept - 12.00-16.00 http://www.standrewspsalterlane.org.uk

St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church - Open Days S11 8YLTake a short tour of the church, chat to our stewards about our history, and enjoy the quiet space and wonderful light of our building.Fri 13 Sept - 12.00-16.00 Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 http://www.standrewspsalterlane.org.uk

St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church - Young Artists’ Exhibition S11 8YLAn exhibition of artworks by talented young artists from several local schools.

Wed 18 Sept - 15.15-18.00 Thurs 19 Sept - 15.15-18.00 http://www.standrewspsalterlane.org.uk

St Augustine’s Hunters Bar Sheffield S11 8RQTwo new Charles Kempe Windows, retrieved from storage, to add to the church’s wonderful set of 14 windows by this leading stained glass artist. Sat 14 Sept - 10.30 - 16.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.30 - 16.00 https://www.staugustinessheffield.org.uk

St Catherine of Siena Church S13 8NASt Catherines of Siena, a 20C church designed by Sir Basil Spence, will be open, with Ronald Pope’s sculpture of Catherine at the foot of the Cross.Fri 13 Sept 10.00-13.00 Mon 16 Sept - 10.00-13.00 Wed 18 Sept - 10.00-12.00 Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00-13.00 Fri 20 Sept - 10.00-13.00 http://www.achurchnearyou.com

St James’ Church, Norton, Sheffield S8 8JQTransitional Norman and 15th century church with 16th century chapel and tombs. 9 sided font of c.1200, statue and grave of Sir Francis Chantrey. There will be bell ringing, a local history walk and local history displays. Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-15.00 Sun 15 Sept - 12.00-15.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-15.00 Sun 22 Sept - 12.00-15.00 http://www.stjamesnorton.org.uk

St John the Evangelist, Hoylandswaine S36 7LWView photographs and information on the Church, School, Village Life and People. View the recently uncovered mural by Pre-Raphaelite JR Spencer Stanhope. Presentation and talk. Sun 15 Sept - 13.00-16.00. Talk given at 14.00 Booking not required

St John’s Ranmoor S10 3GXDiscover the mysteries of bell ringing and have a go in the bell tower. Interactive exhibition too.Sat 14 Sept -12.00-16.00 & Sun 15 Sept 14.00-16.30http://www.ranmoorringers.org.uk/rmfhome.htm http://stjohnsranmoor.org.uk/groups/bellringing/

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St Mark’s Church, Broomhill, Sheffield S10 2SEAward-winning restored post WWII church by the renowned ecclesiastical architect George Pace. Stained glass by John Piper, Harry Stammers and Gillian Rees-Thomas. Many fine interior features.Fri 20 Sept 13.00-17.00 & Sat 21 Sept 13.00-17.00Booking not required

St Mary’s Church, Ecclesfield S35 9WEVisit this grade 1 listed medieval church and bell tower. Information about Margaret Gatty & Juliana Ewing and their books. Hands-on craft activities for children and adults.Sat 14 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 bell tower open. Guided tours 12.00 & 14.00 Sun 15 Sept - 12.30 - 15.00 Mon 16 Sept - 10.00 - 15.00 Tues 17 Sept - 10.00-13.00. Refreshments 10.00-12.30 coffee morning Wed 18 Sept - 10.00 - 15.00 Thurs 19 Sept - 10.00 - 15.00 Fri 20 Sept - 10.00-13.00. Refreshments 10.00-12.30 coffee morningBooking Requiredwww.stmarysecclesfield.com

St Mary’s Church, Handsworth S13 9BZFlower display, sword dancers, bell ringing, and try your hand at well dressing.Fri 13 Sept - 10.00-16.00 with a service of said Holy Communion at 12 noon Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 with an Organ Recital from our resident Musical Director at 2.00pm Sun 15 Sept - 10.00-15.00 with a service of sung Holy Communion at 10.00 http://www.stmaryshandsworth.org.uk/

St Paul’s Church, Wordsworth Avenue S5 9JHOpened in 1959 and grade 2 listed, St Paul’s is regarded as one of Sir Basil Spence’s finest small churches. The East and West ends of the church are built entirely of glass.Fri 13 Sept - 10.00-15.00 Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-15.00

St. Marie’s Cathedral Church S1 2JBAn opportunity to appreciate the peacefulness, magnificence and history of this Catholic building in the heart of Sheffield. St Marie’s was the first Catholic church to be built after the Reformation with ‘Big’ stained glass windows. Various event, music, tours, etc.Fri 13 Sept - Open 09.00 - 18.00 Sat 14 Sept - Story of the big windows. Stained glass - windows tour 1400. Gregorian choir - female section - 16.00 Wed 18 Sept - Tour - 14.30 Fri 20 Sept - Windows tour - 15.00. People Power of the Stone Masons, 11.00 - 15.00. Sat 21 Sept - Stone Masons - 11.00 - 15.00. Tower Tours and bell ringing 10.00, 11.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00. ascent via spiral steps. Gregorian choir - male section 16.00 Sun 22 Sept - Tour - 14.30 https://www.stmariecathedral.org/

St. Peter’s Church, Tankersley S74 0DTSt. Peter’s Church Tankersley is a grade 2* listed building, an ancient parish church, parts of which are of medieval origin in the Decorated style, with fifteenth century and Victorian (Burne Jones) modifications and additions.Fri 13 Sept 11.00-16.00, Sat 14 Sept 11.00-16.00 & Sun 15 Sept 12.00-16.00 10 max Booking not required

Stanage and North Lees Heritage Action Group Open Day S32 1BRStanage and North Lees Heritage Action Group welcome you to the Grade II listed Cruck Barn to explore the historic landscape of the North Lees Estate through guided and self guided walks. Meeting point: go to Hollin Bank Car Park, Hathersage and then follow relevant sign.Saturday 21 September: 11.00 - 15.00 Booking not required

Tapton Hall S10 3BUA trip through the history of Tapton Hall, including the families that have lived here and the current owners, the Sheffield Freemasons Friday 13 September: 10.00-16.00, talks at 11.00 & 14.00 Saturday 14 September: 10.00 - 16.00, talks at 11.00 & 14.00

Tapton Hill Congregational Church S10 5GBCome inside this Edwardian Chapel and hear our links to times of persecution, travelling pilgrims, pioneering women and 150 years of worship in Crosspool. There will be a time-line of artefacts, music recitals and tours. Sat 21 Sept - 10.15, 11.15, 12.15 Booking not requiredhttp://taptonchurch.com/Home.php

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Totley Radicals: a 4 mile walk in their footsteps S17 4DTMeet father of LGBT rights Edward Carpenter, John Ruskin’s communards, stainless steel inventor Harry Brearley, the last Sheffield Kinder Trespasser Bill Keane, King of the Ramblers Bert Ward, Green Belt campaigner Ethel Haythornthwaite and others. Mon 16 Sept - 10.00 - 1330 Booking Required, (guide dogs only please)[email protected]

Trinity United Reformed Church, Ecclesall Road S11 8TGLove it or hate it this Brutalist Church from the 70s has a great story to tell. There will be a talk by Professor Clyde Binfield, “Vincent Van Gogh - reformed City Missionary” . Sat 14 Sept - 10.00 - 17.00 Talk 1400 Booking not required

Troublemakers Walk, City Centre

S1 2DEA walk around Sheffield City Centre with David Price from Paradise Square, visiting places where important radical episodes have taken place. Sun 22 Sept - 15.00 25 max Booking Requiredhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/historic-troublemakers-walk-tickets-62322210409

Underbank Unitarian Chapel and Schoolroom, Stannington S6 6APSee inside this unique 18th century non-conformist chapel and schoolroom, set in beautiful surroundings on the edge of Sheffield overlooking the Loxley Valley. Sat 14 Sept - 11.00-16.00

Upper Chapel and Channing Hall (Unitarian) Sheffield S1 2JDUpper Chapel, grade II listed and in the heart of Sheffield, was built in 1700 and originally faced towards Fargate. In the 1840s the chapel was turned round to face Alsopp Fields. It was faced with stone and a tetrastyle portico was added. Channing Hall has a stunning staircase and tiles. Fri 20 Sept - 11.00-15.30 Sat 21 Sept - 11.00-15.30 www.upperchapel.org.uk

Victoria Hall, Norfolk Street S1 2JBVictoria Hall is the most important Methodist building in Sheffield. It is a grade II listed building situated on Norfolk Street in the Sheffield city centre which blends Gothic and Arts & Crafts styles. Potraits of the Wesley brothers are incorporated into the design Tues 17 Sept - 13.00 - 19.00 20 max Booking not [email protected]

Victoria Quays Terminal and Grain Warehouses S2 5SYSee inside two classic canal warehouses, one Georgian and one Victorian, stylishly converted to characterful work spaces including a floating conference room. Sat 21 Sept - 10.00 - 16.00 Booking not requiredhttps://www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/

Walkley Carnegie Library - From the past and into the future. S6 3TDWalkley Carnegie library and Walkley History invite you to investigate the history of Walkley and its residents, including a new exhibition. Fri 13 Sept - 10.00-17.00 (Archives and displays only) Sat 14 Sept - 10.00-16.00 Open Day,and History Mystery Trail Fri 20 Sept - 10.00-17.00 (Archives only) Sat 21 Sept - 10.00-14.00 (Archives, activities and History Mystery trail) http://www.walkleylibrary.org.uk

Walkley Cemetery, “Between the Stones” S6 5DUA guided tour of our Victorian cemetery where there are fine monuments. The lives of those buried in unmarked public graves are often ignored. Here we will honour them by telling some of their stories. Sun 22 Sept - 14.00 - 15.30 https://walkleycemetery.wordpress.com/

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Walkley’s Watering Holes S6 5DDDiscover the history of Sheffield pubs through the Victorian era to the modern day. Walk led by Walkley historian, Fayzeh Mohammed. Please note this is not a pub-crawl.Meeting point Walkley Cottage pub Sat 21 Sept - 15.00 - 17.00 Booking requiredhttp://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Wardsend Cemetery and Outrages’ Commission of 1867 S6 2ETA guided tour telling stories of those who fought, within or beyond the law, to improve lives or punish wrong-doers. We’ll visit the graves of a sly boss, a union hero and a murderer and plot the course of a righteous riot amongst the gravestones. Sat 21 Sept - 10.00 - 11.30 Booking not requiredhttps://wardsendcemetery.wordpress.com

Wardsend Cemetery and the Great Flood of 1864 S6 2ET‘The world’s breaking up!’ - a guided walk through the wilderness of our Victorian cemetery, telling the stories and visiting the graves of the victims of the wild waters of 1864. Sat 14 Sept - 1400 - 15.30 Booking not requiredhttps://wardsendcemetery.wordpress.com

Weston Park Museum- Montgomery. Knight, and the Foundations of Education S10 2TPA talk on the 19thC pioneers of Sheffield’s early educational institutions and organisations, including James Montgomery and Helen Knight. Fri 20 Sept - 13.00 - 13.45 http://www.museums-sheffield.org.uk/whats-on/

Wharncliffe Heath Nature Reserve

S36 2SQExplore the wild scenery of this Nature Reserve with the expert trustees - wildlife, industrial history and conservation.Meeting Point: Don Bridge Station Rd Sun 22 Sept - 11.00 to 13.00 http://www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/sheffwalkfest

Whirlow Hall Farm - Walking ancient ways S11 9QFA guided tour with archaeologists across the magical landscape of Whirlow Hall Farm. Witness first hand how ancient communities made their lives at Whirlow and the ways this has changed over thousands of years Sat 21 Sept - 10.30, 13.30, 15.30 www.archaeologicalresearchservices.com/projects/whirlow-hall-farm/

Whirlow Spirituality Centre and Garden S11 9SYDiscover quiet, hidden ways of changing the world at the secluded Chapel of the Holy Spirit in Whirlow. Soak up the unique atmosphere and stories.Fri 13 Sept - 13.00-15.00 Sat 14 Sept - 10.00 - 13.00 https://www.whirlowspiritualitycentre.org/whats-on

Wincobank Chapel S5 6BBVisit the beautiful Victorian Chapel and find out about the philanthropists of Wincobank Hall. Walk up Sheffield’s Iron Age hillfort to see spectacular views. Sat 21 Sept - 12.00 - 16.00 Talks in the Chapel at 12.15 and 14.15. Walks to the hillfort at 13.00 and 15.00 Booking not required (max 15)http://www.wincobankchapel.btck.co.uk/ http://www.wincobankhill.btck.co.uk/

Wortley Top Forge S35 7DNBritain’s last water-powered heavy iron forge and working waterwheel restored by volunteers, in a lovely woodland setting. Sat 14 Sept - 11.00 - 16.00

Zion Graveyard , Attercliffe S9 3RGExplore the forgotten burial ground of the now demolished Zion Congregational Church Attercliffe and learn the intriguing stories of those buried there including anti-slavery campaigners Mary Anne Rawson and the Read Family. Sun 15 Sept - 14.00-17.00 http://ziongraveyard.btck.co.uk

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