Zion Graveyard Attercliffe
Zion Graveyard, Lawrence Street, Attercliffe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 3RG
Volunteers from Friends of Zion Graveyard Attercliffe will be giving hourly talks about the history of this hidden gem. With a story that dates back to 1661 this tiny space holds a big history. During the past seven years, the site has been transformed from an overgrown wasteland to a wildlife sanctuary, every grave uncovered has been researched and archives investigated. A fascinating history has been revealed throwing light on the aspirations of the Zion Congregation Church community. We are also celebrating the Bicentenary of the Sheffield Ladies Anti-Slavery Society of which Mary Anne Rawson and her mother Elizabeth Read, both buried in Zion Graveyard, were founders and there will be a supplementary talk about this.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- Talks: 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
Location & directions
Zion Graveyard, Lawrence Street, Attercliffe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 3RG
- Directions:
- Head for the free car park opposite Ace Janitorial 694 - 698 Attercliffe Road. Walk past the Auto Repair Garage which was originally Zion Sunday School. There is a small gate to the graveyard at the corner of Lawrence Street and Zion Lane. This opens onto a narrow sloping path with a few steps. For easier level access use the rear entrance at the end of Ferguson Street S9 3WL.
- Contact on day:
- Penny Rea
- Telephone number:
- +447980143776
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Wheelchair and pushchair access from Ferguson Street S9 3WL
Additional information
The entrance from Lawrence Street is narrow and sloping. There is easier level access from Ferguson Street by the brick wall at the end of the road. Unfortunately there are no toilet facilities on site although the nearby Don Valley Pub is always very welcoming.
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 3 minute(s)
