190th Birthday Celebrations | Sweet Remembrance Tour

Was Sheffield once a confectionery town? The answer lies hidden in the stories of those buried in Sheffield General Cemetery.

As part of our 190th birthday celebrations, join Sweet Remembrance author and volunteer Andrew Littlewood for a fascinating walking tour exploring the graves connected to Sheffield’s rich confectionery past. From pioneering sweet-makers to the people behind well-known names, uncover a lesser-known chapter of local history and how it shaped the UK confectionery industry.

After the tour, join us in the Samuel Worth Chapel for a complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate or soft drink. Our café, bookstall and People Power exhibition will be open from 10.00am-4.00pm, and our books will be available to purchase on the day or online beforehand, including Sweet Remembrance – The Confectioners of Sheffield General Cemetery upon which this tour is based.

Event Details

• Start Time: 11.30am
• The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
• Location: The Gatehouse, Cemetery Avenue, 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.
• 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.
• 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.