Heritage Open Days Talk | From Ruin to Revival: Restoring the Samuel Worth Chapel

Name: Heritage Open Days Talk | From Ruin to Revival: Restoring the Samuel Worth Chapel
Start: 2025-09-21T15:00:00+01:00
Location: Samuel Worth Chapel

Schedule

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Samuel Worth Chapel | Sheffield, EN

Date: Sunday 21st September
Time: 3.00pm
Tickets: Free (Please book in advance)
As part of Heritage Open Days, join Trustee of Sheffield General Cemetery Trust, Catie Evans, and Buildings Volunteer, Phil Parnham, for a behind-the-scenes look at the remarkable restoration of the Samuel Worth Chapel.
This engaging talk will take you through the Chapel’s fascinating history, from its original design by architect Samuel Worth to its years of decline and disrepair. Discover the challenges and triumphs of bringing this Grade II* listed nonconformist chapel back to life – from conserving its historic fabric to sensitively introducing modern facilities that make it a vibrant cultural venue today.
Catie and Phil will share insights into the painstaking restoration process, the surprises uncovered along the way, and the collaborative efforts of volunteers, contractors, and heritage specialists who made the project possible.
Set in the very building whose transformation is being discussed, this free event is a unique opportunity to learn how heritage conservation breathes new life into Sheffield’s historic spaces while preserving their character for future generations.
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Event Details
Start Time: 3.00pm
Location: Samuel Worth Chapel, Sheffield General Cemetery, Sheffield, S11 8NT
Accessibility: The historic nature of the site and the sloping landscape mean that not all spaces are fully accessible. Paths may be uneven and there are steps on some paths. Find out more here.
Facilities: Before the tour, join us at the Samuel Worth Chapel for refreshments – our café and bookstall will be open from 10am – 3pm
Tickets: All tickets are sold online via Ticketsource. No tickets are available on the door.
Please note, this tour is appropriate for those aged 18+.
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Thank You
This is a volunteer-led fundraising event for Sheffield General Cemetery Trust (Registered Charity Number: 1103158) with all proceeds going towards the charitable aims of the Trust. We thank you for your ongoing support in preserving this special place for generations to come.