Hidden Histories Tour

Did you know that approximately 40% of the individuals buried within Sheffield General Cemetery are buried in public graves, with many people buried in the same grave, without marker?Discover stories of the people buried at Sheffield General Cemetery who lived and died in the workhouse, those who suffered in the Great Sheffield Flood, and those who suffered from the cholera epidemic.This Guided Tour will not take you to the beautiful and impressive gravestones and monuments within Sheffield General Cemetery, but will tell you about some of the women, men and children whose lives were just as important, many of whom contributed to the continued success of society at the time through their hard work and resilience.Trigger Warning: Please be aware this tour discusses some difficult themes, such as child loss and death, mental health and ill-treatment.After the tour, join us in the Samuel Worth Chapel for a complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate or soft drink. To continue uncovering these hidden histories beyond your tour, tickets are available that include a discounted copy of A Window Into the Workhouse to take home and explore at your own pace.Event DetailsStart Time: 2.00pmLocation: The Gatehouse, Cemetery Avenue, Sheffield, S11 8NTAccessibility: 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 [https://gencem.org/visit/accessibility/].Facilities: Before the tour, join us at the Samuel Worth Chapel for refreshments our caf and bookstall will be open from 1.00pm-3.45pm.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&CsTickets 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 marketingandevents@gencem.org 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.