South Yorkshire
Properties and events in South Yorkshire
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‘From Tip to Trail’ a New Walking and Cycling Trail from Oughtibridge to Deepcar
Explore the next planned route of the Upper Don Trail and safer links to the Trans Pennine Trail on a journey of contrasts between Wharncliffe Side and Deepcar.
'Drainspotting' - Sheffield's Victorian pavement features
A look at the history under our feet. Discover the social heritage that we walk over every day.
"A Storytelling Hand" - An Architectural Drawing Workshop
Learn the secrets of architectural sketching/drawing! This hands-on session will demonstrate how such drawing can embolden connections and illuminate narrative, in this case to a unique part of Doncaster's heritage: the Sand House.
"Walls That Speak: The Architectural Heritage of Sheffield Manor Lodge"
With over 450 years of history our walls have a story to tell. From humble beginnings as a hunting lodge, to a grand manor and royal prison for the captive Mary Queen of Scots. Discover our heritage through tours and children's trail.
10 Architects that Changed the Face of Doncaster - A City Centre Walk
A flat easy guided walk around the City Centre highlighting buildings of historical and heritage importance led by the Doncaster Civic Trust, starting and finishing at the Mansion House
A plan takes shape - the architecture of art and design
Artists and makers share how they create their work in an exhibition and in-person conversations and demonstrations in the historic Butcher Works Gallery. Meet the architect involved in the restoration of this Grade II* listed former cutlery works.
A Taste of the Rivelin
An introduction to the foraging present and industrial past of the Rivelin. Led by Siobhan (Shony's Mushrooms) and Calvin (Hidden Sheffield Walks), we will explore edible fungi and flora alongside the remnants of water-powered industry.
A Tour of The Point and its History
You are invited to a 'behind the scenes' tour of The Point - our Grade II Listed Building on South Parade, Doncaster.
A walk round Attercliffe
The Lower Don Valley was the powerhouse of Sheffield's heavy steel industry and Attercliffe was where its workers lived. Though many buildings have disappeared what remains is a fascinating insight into the life of a once-thriving community.
Abbeydale Picture House
Join us for a guided tour of Abbeydale Picture House in the company of local historian Mike Higginbottom.
Abbeyfield Park House & Garden: Eavesdropping, Constance & Change
Abbeyfield House sits in one of the most well preserved examples of an extensive late Victorian private walled garden. We are offering tours through the house & the gardens setting in the context of the wider Pitsmoor landscape of the last 200 years.
Aizlewood's Mill Tour
Guided tours of Aizlewood's Mill and much of the historical flour milling equipment on show.
All Saints Ecclesall – explore the church, grounds, its history and heritage.
Explore the Grade II listed church building, first built in the 18th century, and discover the 10 acres of church grounds, its vast array of nature, and over 10,000 graves. Come along for guided tours, displays, graveyard enquiries, family activities
Aston Reading Room
Display of local history documents, maps and photos. History of community and lives of servicemen in two World Wars. Research of graves in the churchyard and Aston Hall links to Capability Brown. Research into mining fatalities in local collieries.
Barnburgh Dovecote
An opportunity to view a well preserved 16th century octagonal dovecote, originally constructed as a wedding gift from the Lord High Chancellor of England, Thomas More, to his son John on his marriage to Anne Cresacre.
Barnsley Main Colliery Site Heritage Open Day
Barnsley Main Heritage Group volunteers will be on site with informative and interesting walks, talks and artefacts related to the site and local coal mining history. Visit our on-site pop-up-museum, read numerous information boards.
Barnsley Main Heritage Site
Barnsley Main Heritage Group volunteers will be on site with informative and interesting walks, talks and artefacts related to the site and local coal mining history. Visit our on-site pop-up-museum, read numerous information boards.
Battle of the Architects at Sheffield General Cemetery
Explore Sheffield General Cemetery's bold Victorian architecture through a programme of architecturally-themed exhibitions, guided tours, talks, and children’s craft activities.
Beauchief Abbey
A hidden gem, the Oldest Building in Sheffield - set in a peaceful site, surrounded by parkland. 12th Century Tower and 17th Century Box Pews.
Birley Spa Bath House History Talk and Tour
Guided tour of Sheffield's only Victorian Bath House with a spring-fed plunge pool. Learn about its colourful history, its importance in our city's working-class heritage and the wildlife that call it home.