BISHOPS HOUSE

In addition to being one of the best tourist places to visit in Sheffield, the Bishop’s House is also one of the best kept secrets of the city, with a history that dates back to more than 500 years in time. Head over to this time capsule and get a chance to witness the times gone by with your own eyes here. 

Exuding rich ancient history and a unique old-world charm, Bishop’s House doubles up as a museum as well as one of the most well-reserved timber-framed buildings in all of Sheffield. Considered to be an important architectural treasure in the region, this building also acts as the site of several events, from weddings and school visits, to different programmes as well. Dating back to more than 500 years in time, it also offers you a chance to get transported back in time, to the everyday life of people before and during the Industrial Revolution. 

The construction of Bishop’s House is said to have begun sometime during the 15th century, while additional rooms and sections were added to it during the 16th as well as 17th centuries. A major part of this structure’s history lies in two rooms, which contain artefacts and other displays from the Stuart and Tudor eras in Sheffield. 

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Highlights

• With ages worth of history, and an undeniable charm, the Bishop’s House is one of the best kept secrets of the city of Sheffield
• In addition to being an amazing museum, this ancient monument is also the city’s best preserved building with a frame made of timber
• This open museum is known for its age-old brick walls and the soot-stained fireplace, which tell you the story of the life of people in the city during the Industrial Revolution
• It is also a great place to visit to learn about the development and modernisation of Sheffield from a hamlet to one of the most famous cities in the UK