Heritage Open Days Tour | Battle of the Architects

As part of this year’s Heritage Open Days theme of architecture, Sheffield General Cemetery invites visitors to step into a world of striking contrasts and bold design.

On this special Guided Tour, discover how two very different architectural visions shaped the Cemetery’s unique character. From Samuel Worth’s dramatic Egyptian-inspired gateway to William Flockton’s refined neo-gothic chapels and monuments, you’ll explore how these styles reflected changing Victorian tastes in design, belief, and commemoration.

Alongside the tour, outdoor exhibition boards and an indoor display in the Samuel Worth Chapel will delve deeper into the Cemetery’s architectural story. Visitors can also enjoy a self-guided trail of our listed monuments and structures, and there will be hands-on creative activities for children to enjoy.

Set in the peaceful surroundings of this Grade II* listed Victorian garden cemetery, this free event offers a fascinating insight into the meeting of two minds, and two styles, that helped shape one of Sheffield’s most remarkable heritage sites.

Tickets: Free ​(Please book in advance)

Click here to book the Saturday 20th September tour.
Click here to book the Sunday 21st September tour.

Event Details

• Start Time: 11.00am
• 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 10.00am-3.00pm
• 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+.

T&Cs

• Tickets for this event are non-refundable. However, if for any reason the event is cancelled by Sheffield General Cemetery Trust, we will refund your ticket.
• If you have bought a ticket but are unable to attend, please email [email protected] so we can try to reallocate it.
• Email [email protected] with any questions about this event.

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.