Public consultations will be held throughout the process. Credit: via Chapter ii

Sheffield to launch six conservation area appraisals 

The council has received funding from the government and will use the money to draw up conservation plans for Kelham Island, the city centre, Ranmoor, Endcliffe, Norton, and Oaks Park.

With more than 800 years of history to preserve, funding has also been secured from Historic England for management plans that will support the appraisals.

The project will run for the next 18 months. Phase one will concentrate on the city centre and Kelham Island, before phase two expands out into the remaining four areas.

The focus will be on protecting unique and distinctive architecture and historic interest.

Cllr Ben Miskell, chair of the transport, regeneration and climate policy committee at Sheffield City Council, said: “Sheffield’s impact in a variety of areas cannot be overstated and it is vitally important that we are able to preserve our heritage for generations to come to learn about and enjoy.

“The six conservation areas we are looking into contain several important buildings and looking after them, where appropriate, is crucial but Sheffield’s heritage is more than just a collection of buildings, it is memories, stories, and experiences as well, and we are committed to keeping those alive at the same time.”

John Lambe, historic places adviser at Historic England, said: “Our funding for the management plans will help ensure these historically important places – from the industrial heritage of Kelham Island to the Victorian grandeur of Ranmoor – are well-preserved for future generations.

“This project demonstrates how local authorities and Historic England can work together effectively to safeguard our shared heritage.”

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