Central Sheffield in 1903 – A History Tour of Central Sheffield with Martin Naylor using old photographs

The date is 1903 and, through the use of over 70 old photographs, you’ll get to know the bygone buildings and locations of the city as they used to be.

You’ll be guided from Moorhead to Fitzalan Square, stopping frequently to highlight key events that occurred over the years and hear about the fascinating people that lived in the city centre…. All without leaving your seat!!

Martin Naylor retired some three years ago after over thirty years as a manager in the logistics industry. He took up his hobby of local history and began doing talks mainly in the Woodseats area where he lives.

Whilst doing research, Martin felt that much of Sheffield’s rich history and its heritage appeared somewhat hidden so he raises monies from his talks to try and raise awareness. His first success has been the blue plaque on the old Marples hotel building in Fitzalan Square commemorating those killed in the hotel during the Sheffield Blitz.

Martin is passionate about the Crimean War Memorial and would love to see it reinstated – he wrote an article about it for The Victorian Society’s newsletter just over a year ago.

Doors open at 7.00pm and the start time is 7.30pm prompt.

Entrance is open to members & non-members and costs £5. 

Email victoriansocietysyorks@gmail.com to book a place for the new programme of talks.

Showroom 5 in The Showroom Cinema
Paternoster Row
Sheffield
S1 2BX