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Sheffield Town Hall

Sheffield England derived its name from the River Sheaf that runs through the city. In addition the city is located near the confluence of five rivers, which makes it a rather fluid and metropolitan area with lots of energy, charm and great scenic views. Another interesting environmental aspect of the city is that it has more trees per person than any other city in Europe. These elements help to keep a natural atmosphere and conservational aspect to Sheffield.

Tourists who visit the city and stay in one of the Sheffield hotels will almost always make a visit to the Sheffield Town Hall an essential priority. While this might sound like a rather odd tourist destination, once one has been able to see the wonder of the architecture of the building complex and surrounding Peace Gardens, it makes perfect sense. The building and gardens are awe inspiring and a wonder to look at. It is interesting that during the construction of this building, which occurred from 1890 to 1897, that certain social elements criticized it for its expensive elaborate embellishments. These same features attract numerous visitors every year and have helped to make it one of the city’s iconic structures.

The building was designed by the architect E. W. Mountford, who was based in London and had already achieved a successful career. There was an extension to the building added in 1923 and this was designed by F. E. P. Edwards. The official opening of the gates to the Hall occurred in May of 1897 and was attended to by the Queen herself. There was a coordinated effort that made it appear the gates opened when Queen Victoria made use of remote device in her carriage. This is a common symbolic act and it granted an immediate prestige to the building.

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