Walking Tour: The Hidden History of Sheffield’s Football Heritage

Schedule

Wed Jul 15 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

Millennium Gallery | Sheffield, EN

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Stroll through Sheffield City Centre taking in historic sites and some of the many blue plaques that celebrate Sheffield’s football history.
About this Event

Take a stroll through Sheffield city centre, taking in some of the historic sites and blue plaques that celebrate Sheffield’s football history.

In this interactive walking tour, you’ll learn about world firsts including: the first football club – Sheffield FC, the world’s first ever knockout football tournament – The Youdan Cup, the first rules of football, and the origins of women’s football.

Whether you’re a Blades or an Owls fan (or any other team!), you’re sure to enjoy visiting the locations and hearing the stories about football in the Steel City.


Meet in Millennium Gallery foyer.


This tour will be delivered by Sheffield Home of Football and forms part of the programme of events complementing the exhibition Football Art Prize which continues at Millennium Gallery until 13 September 2026.Please read the cancellation policy here before booking. We are unable to give refunds or ticket transfers with less than 7 days' notice before the session takes place.


Image Credit: Sheffield Home of Football

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Where is it happening?

Millennium Gallery, 48 Arundel Gate, Sheffield, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 12.00

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