Author: Becky Wales
In this fascinating talk, David Moseley explores the history of local prosecution associations, which was a method of controlling crime before the introduction of police forces. They were a national phenomenon, and it is estimated that around 4,000 of them existed in England by the end of the 1700s. This included the Hathersage Association for […]
The Green Estate CIC has been touched by the heart-warming response from our local community after a fire damaged around a third of Manor Fields Park on the evening of Thursday 13 August. Local residents, community groups and wider partners sent many messages of concern and support to The Green Estate CIC, who manage the […]
By Dr Hannah Wallace There’s always been so much more to Sheffield Manor Lodge than meets the eye, but recent heatwaves have revealed a whole new way of looking at our history. The hot weather has revealed hidden foundations of a medieval hunting lodge, the first known building on the site, built long before the […]
We are sad to share that Manor Fields Park suffered extensive damage yesterday due to a fire. Members of our team (many of whom are local residents) attended to help and we would like to thank the South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and the South Yorkshire Police for their response. A personal thank you […]
On Sunday 6 September, step back in time and see history come to life from across the ages! Meet the reenactors: Suðrjórvík Suðrjórvík portray life in early medieval times, which includes peoples known as Saxons, Vikings and Normans. Escafeld Mediaeval Society The Escafeld Mediaeval Society portray life in the thirteenth century and reenact displays of […]
On Friday 28 August, Noisy Cow Theatre Co will be performing their hilarious adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic play at Sheffield Manor Lodge! When codpiece Sir John Falstaff arrives in West Yorkshire short on money, he plots to fix his problems by wooing two wealthy, respectable, married women – Mistress Ford and Mistress Page – by […]
In collaboration with Manor Parish Community Kitchen We’re pleased to announce that the next Community Meal at Manor Oaks House will be taking place on Tuesday 1 September. • Enjoy delicious homemade food (first come, first served!) • Games and activities • Meet your neighbours • Families with children and all ages welcome Attendance is […]