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Broomhill Community Library - Oriel House Lives Revealed

Broomhill Community Library, Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR

  • 19 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Other / Multiple

Experience the everyday lives of the residents of Oriel House from the 1870s through to the 1950s. House tour, exhibition, and afternoon tea for today’s visitors. Activities for children.

Oriel House, now Broomhill Community Library, was from 1870 until 1956 a home for families and their servants. Research has uncovered something of their lives. Two floors of the library have been largely untouched and some of the original features are still to be seen. The mystery of this past will be revealed!


This event was supported by leading family history website, Findmypast, who provided access to their records as part of their sponsorship of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk

Timings

Saturday 19 September:
1500-1700

Location & directions

Broomhill Community Library, Taptonville Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 5BR

Directions:
Broomhill Community Library is found 100 metres uphill from the junction of Taptonville Road with Fulwood Road. There are bus stops nearby serving the town centres and all parts of the city.
Contact on day:
Kathy Harbord
Telephone number:
+441142734276

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The library entrance is only accessible up two short flights of steps from the street level. Access to the second floor is only via stairs as there is no lift.

Additional information

Estimated duration:
2 hour(s)

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