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Sheffield "Impressive 12th and 15th Century Architecture"

This attractive 12th and 15th century Anglican cathedral is built in the Perpendicular style with a tower. It contains an impressive tomb of the sixth Earl of Shrewsbury, as well as particularly beautiful stained glass windows. More information about the history of the cathedral is available by allenthepostman inside.

+44 114 275 3434 www.sheffieldcathedral.or enquiries@sheffield- Church Street, Sheffield g/ cathedral.org.uk

Cathedral Church of St Marie "Central Church"

The Cathedral Church of St Marie’s was founded in the 18th Century as a secret Catholic chapel in a house built by the Duke of Norfolk. The church as it stands now was designed by a local architect in the neo-Gothic style, and completed in 1850. The building has undergone some structural renovations in the time since, but remains enriched with fine carvings, tile by minamunns90 work, and stained glass characteristic of English churches built before the Reformation. Today the church hosts activities for children, religious concerts, and public tours several times a week.

+44 114 272 2522 stmariecathedral.org/#_=_ Norfolk Street, Cathedral House, Sheffield

Sheffield Town Hall "Tour the Imposing Town Hall Buildings"

Take advantage of an unprecedented opportunity to take a tour of the imposing, Victorian buildings of . The tour takes about ninety minutes and visitors are guided through the main Council Chamber and meeting rooms, the impressive reception suites and the Lord Mayor's Parlour. A good deal of Sheffield's social history is explained along the by Purple sea donkey way. This is a rare opportunity for anyone interested in Sheffield's past or future and is not to be missed! Tours should be booked in advance on the above number.

+44 114 272 6444 www.sheffield.gov.uk/cont [email protected] Pinstone Street, Sheffield ent/sheffield/home/births- deaths-marriages/town- hall-weddings.html by Brian Ward "Where Mary Queen of Scots Was Held"

Mary, Queen of Scots was held a prisoner in and around Sheffield for several years, but this manor is thought to be where she spent the majority of her time here. The lodge was built in 1516 by the Earl of Shrewsbury. At that time, the surrounding land was an extensive park which contained over a thousand deer. The Turret House, which Mary was housed in, was added in 1574. Over a period of many years the lodge fell into disrepair, but today visitors can explore ruins, check out the Discovery Centre, take a guided tour, or explore the nearby farm, artist studios, and walking trails.

+44 114 276 2828 www.manorlodge.org.uk/ [email protected] 115 Manor Lane, Sheffield

Wentworth Castle "Fun-filled Country Estate"

An erstwhile seat of the Earls of Strafford, Wentworth Castle is designated as a Grade I listed structure. This historical country house in Stainborough was originally known as Cutler house. It was built in the year 1670 for Sir Gervase Cutler. The Pleasure Ground at Wenworth Castle exhibits various garden design layers remnant of different eras and fashions. It includes an by ddzphoto ancient Union Jack garden from 18th Century, rhododendrons, magnolias and camellias collection from 20th Century and a Victorian era flower garden.

+44 1226 77 6040 www.wentworthcastle.org heritagetrust@wentworthc Lowe Lane, Stainborough, / astle.org Barnsley

Eyam Hall "17th Century Manor House"

Twenty minutes from Sheffield by taxi, this well-preserved 17th Century manor has offered access to its impressive gardens and buildings since 1992. Guided tours take in a tapestry room as well as displays of original costumes and furniture. The estate has also been re-developed: farm buildings now host a craft center, with seven workshops, including stencil by Dave Pape and stained glass-makers and a gift shop. Small concerts and plays take place throughout the year. The hall and gardens can be hired for weddings, marquees and functions, with catering available from the Eyam Hall Buttery, which also offers excellent home-cooked meals and snacks to visitors. The area is a popular destination for light hiking and cycling.

+44 1433 63 1976 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ [email protected]. Church Street, Hope Valley, eyam-hall-and-craft-centre uk Eyam

Treak Cliff Cavern "Beautiful Blue John"

One of many attractions in Derbyshire's beautiful Peak District, this can truly claim to be unique in the sense that it is the world's only source of Blue John. This mineral, whose name is believed to derive from the French bleu-jaune, or blue-yellow, is a form of fluorspar and was known to the Romans. The mineral was and is made into a variety of beautiful by Dave Pape ornaments; 18th and 19th century Blue John urns are highly prized in the antiques trade. Visitors can take guided tours of the cavern and there is a gift shop where you can buy examples of Blue John ornaments.

+44 1433 62 0571 www.bluejohnstone.com Castleton, Hope Valley, Derby

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