Scissors Paper Stone - Lost and Found Exhibition
St John's Church,, 5 Ranmoor Park Road, Ranmoor, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3GX
Heritage Open Days at St John’s Church, Ranmoor invites visitors to explore the history of the original church building and the community that grew around it. The events form part of the Scissors Paper Stone community history project, which investigates the origins of St John’s Church in Ranmoor — including the people who built it, the Victorian community that founded it, and the generations of people it served. Visitors can discover newly uncovered research through talks, art displays, church trails, and refreshments during the September open days.
September Events Summary
Saturday 12 September, 4pm — St John’s Church
“The First St John’s – Uncovering What Was Lost”
A free talk by Margaret Bennett and Val Hewson about the original St John’s Church and what has been rediscovered about its history.
After the talk, visitors can enjoy:
* art works
* church trails
* refreshments
Additional Open Sessions
The art displays, trails, and refreshments will also be available on:
* Tuesday 15 September, 2–4pm
* Wednesday 16 September, 10am–12pm
* Thursday 17 September, 2–4pm
The events are part of the “Scissors Paper Stone” programme, which explores the history and cultural connections of Ranmoor and St John’s Church.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 4pm
- Tuesday 15 September:
- 2pm-4pm
- Wednesday 16 September:
- 10am-12pm
- Thursday 17 September:
- 2pm-4pm
Location & directions
St John's Church,, 5 Ranmoor Park Road, Ranmoor, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3GX
- Directions:
- You can find St John's Church, Ranmoor at: Ranmoor Park Road Sheffield S10 3GX Getting There * By car: The church is in the Ranmoor area of Sheffield, about 10–15 minutes from the city centre. Limited on-street parking is available nearby. * By bus:Several buses from central Sheffield stop near Ranmoor. The church is within walking distance of Fulwood Road and Ranmoor shops. * By bike/walk: There is bike parking and pedestrian access. The church is well known for its tall Victorian spire and Gothic architecture in the Ranmoor suburb of Sheffield
- Contact on day:
- Revd Canon Dr Matthew Rhodes
- Telephone number:
- +447754068391
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
We have a toilet on site; however, access involves two small steps. Accessible toilets are available across the road in the Parish Centre. We are currently fundraising for our *SOS (Save Our Spire)* project, which includes: * a new kitchen area * improved toilet facilities * new vestries * essential repairs to the church spire.
