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Notable Sheffield Women Walk: From Anglican Priest to Lady Mayoress

Church Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 1HA

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

One of two walks around the centre of Sheffield that chart the struggles and celebrate the successes of pioneering women who, from the 1770s onwards, adopted increasingly visible and prominent roles in Sheffield public life.

Who was the first female doctor, tram driver or politician in Sheffield?
The contribution of women to Sheffield history is often overlooked or forgotten.
This is the first of two city centre walks that tell stories of local women from the last quarter of the 18th century to the present day who contributed to women's more active and equal participation in Sheffield public life. The walks can be done separately, or together and in any order.
This first walk starts outside the Anglican Cathedral in Church Street and ends at Barkers Pool, a distance of about a mile. We walk along some city side streets which can be uneven and steep, so it could be difficult for people with mobility issues, although the route should be accessible to people in electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
Places are strictly limited to 16 and booking is essential

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:
10.30
Sunday 14 September:
10.30
Tuesday 16 September:
10.30
Thursday 18 September:
10.30
Saturday 20 September:
10.30

Location & directions

Church Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 1HA

Directions:
We will meet outside the Anglican Cathedral in Church Street, close to the Cathedral Tram Stop.
Contact on day:
Val Linnett
Telephone number:
+447963510369

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Book via Eventbrite
Booking contact name:
Val Linnett
Booking website:
https://www.eventbrite.com
Alternative booking website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/notable-sheffield-women-walk-from-anglican-priest-to-lady-mayoress-tickets-1443177255019?aff=oddtdtcreator
Booking opens:
21 Aug 2025 09:00 AM

Accessibility details

This walk starts outside the Anglican Cathedral in Church Street and ends at Barkers Pool, a distance of about a mile. We walk along some city side streets which can be uneven and steep, and could be difficult for people with mobility issues. The route should be accessible to people in electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Places are strictly limited to 16 and booking is essential. The walk is completely outdoors so please bring umbrellas or waterproofs in case of rain.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
16
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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