Broomhill Community Library - Broomfield Local History Walk

Broomfield was the name given to the area we now think of as Glossop Road/St Mark's Crescent/Broomfield Road and part of Beech Hill Road. Broomfield started to develop after the Glossop (turnpike) Road was created which made accessibility easier, especially after the buses and trams came out here from the town centre. Houses here were designed for the up and coming middle classes, as evidenced by the new owners and residents. It was nearer to town than Endcliffe Crescent (begun late 1820s), but pre-dates the mansions of Ranmoor which came into being in the 1860s. Some of the original houses were demolished to make way for the Royal Hallamshire Hospital and hospital accommodation, some are now part of the hotel and others are no longer in private ownership, but the buildings are still standing. We meet both English and German steel manufacturers, solicitors and those who helped to start the new St Mark's church. We also find out about St Mark's green - why is it there?

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 17 September:

1330

Location & directions

1 Beech Hill Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2SA

Directions:

Meet at the junction of Beech Hill Road and Glossop Road, on the pavement outside The Physios. This is opposite the Royal Hallamshire Hospital From town - 120 bus - get off at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. Cross Glossop Road, turn left and walk along the pavement, go across Beech Hill Road and meet on the corner of Glossop Road/Beech Hill Road. 120 bus going into town, get off at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, walk back to the corner and cross Beech Hill Road. 51/52/52a bus from town - get off at the last stop on Whitham Rd before Crookes cross roads. Walk along Beech Hill Road (back towards town), round the right hand bend, down to Glossop Road and meet on the corner. Parking in the area is by meter and can be difficult to find. Please arrive in time so we can leave promptly at 13.30

Contact on day:

Judith Pitchforth

Telephone number:

+441142734276

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Booking preferred via Eventbrite if possible.

Booking contact name:

Judith Pitchforth

Booking telephone number:

+441142734276

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/broomhill-community-library-broomfield-local-history-walk-tickets-1428132485709?aff=oddtdtcreator

Booking opens:

21 Aug 2025 12:00 PM

Booking closes:

17 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The walk does include crossing roads and also going part way up Beech Hill Road. Part of the walk is on an unmade road with some cobbles. Please do not bring any dogs. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for the walk

Additional information

The walk will include some standing as well as walking so participants need to be prepared for that.

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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