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Bramall Collection

"Bramall Lane: A Historic Hub of Sheffield's Art, Sports, and Commerce" Bramall Lane has been a significant landmark in Sheffield for over a century

Background imageBramall Collection: Bramall Lane Art - Sheffield United

Bramall Lane Art - Sheffield United
Watercolour of Bramall Lane, home of Sheffield United F.C. 1889 - current day. Capacity 32, 702. Original painting size 20" x 16" created in 1999 by Kevin Fletcher

Background imageBramall Collection: Advertisement for Benjamin Nicholson and Sons, steel converters and refiners, Shoreham Steel

Advertisement for Benjamin Nicholson and Sons, steel converters and refiners, Shoreham Steel, File and Tool Works
Image from Sheffield and Neighbourhood (page 200) (printed and published by Pawson and Brailsford, Sheffield, 1889 (Sheffield Local Studies Library: 914.274 S)

Background imageBramall Collection: R. A. Duff and V. Trumper of the Australia Team, 1902

R. A. Duff and V. Trumper of the Australia Team, 1902
Photograph showing R.A. Duff and Victor Trumper (on right) of the Australian Cricket Team, going out to bat at the start of the Australian second innings, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, July 1902

Background imageBramall Collection: Sue Bramall

Sue Bramall Race Horse Trainer 29 March 1994 Date: 29 March 1994

Background imageBramall Collection: Cricket at Bramall Lane 1901

Cricket at Bramall Lane 1901
A scene from the County Championship match between Yorkshire and Kent at the Bramall Lane ground in Sheffield, a match won by Yorkshire, who went on to become County champions that season

Background imageBramall Collection: Cricket at Bramall Lane 1911

Cricket at Bramall Lane 1911
A view of the Bramall Lane cricket ground, Sheffield. In progress is a three day Test Trial match (1st to 3rd June) between G.L.Jessops XI and P.F.Warners XI, ultimately won by the former

Background imageBramall Collection: Advertisement for Arnold Laver and Co. Ltd. Timber Importers, Bramall Lane, 1939

Advertisement for Arnold Laver and Co. Ltd. Timber Importers, Bramall Lane, 1939
Image from The City of Sheffield Commercial Handbook and Illustrated Guide, 1939 (Local Studies 914.274 S)

Background imageBramall Collection: Empire Day at Bramall Lane, , 1906

Empire Day at Bramall Lane, , 1906
Boys in sailor suits

Background imageBramall Collection: Samuel Hadfield, a well known man in musical circles in Sheffield, Choir-master of St

Samuel Hadfield, a well known man in musical circles in Sheffield, Choir-master of St. Silas and St. Marys Churches
Taken from The Sheffield Portrait Gallery, A Journal of Literature, Science, and Art. Published by Martin Hurst. 23 Church Street, Sheffield. Price Twopence

Background imageBramall Collection: Damaged stands at Sheffield United Football ground

Damaged stands at Sheffield United Football ground (Bramall Lane) following bombing raids on the city during World War Two. Date: 1944

Background imageBramall Collection: 3360 Boys form a Union Flag on Empire Day, Sheffield

3360 Boys form a Union Flag on Empire Day, Sheffield
3360 Boys form a Union Flag at the Bramall Lane Football (and cricket in those days) Ground, Sheffield during the Empire Day Pageant of 1907. Date: 1907

Background imageBramall Collection: England V Scotland

England V Scotland
ENGLAND v SCOTLAND Goalmouth action during Scotlands 2-1 win at Bramall Lane, Sheffield



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"Bramall Lane: A Historic Hub of Sheffield's Art, Sports, and Commerce" Bramall Lane has been a significant landmark in Sheffield for over a century. From its early days as an art gallery showcasing the works of Benjamin Nicholson and Sons, steel converters and refiners at Shoreham Steel, File and Tool Works in 1889 to hosting cricket matches featuring legendary players like R. A. Duff and V. Trumper from the Australia Team in 1902. In 1939, Arnold Laver and Co. Ltd. , timber importers established their presence at Bramall Lane, further diversifying its commercial significance. The Empire Day celebrations held here in 1906 brought together communities to commemorate the British Empire's glory. Not only known for commerce but also for culture, Bramall Lane witnessed Samuel Hadfield's musical influence as he introduced the tonic sol-fa method of singing to Sheffield back in 1859. His legacy lives on through his role as choir-master at St. Silas and St. Marys Churches. Sports enthusiasts have flocked to Bramall Lane throughout history too. Cricket matches were a regular occurrence with memorable events taking place both in 1911 and earlier in 1901 when cricket fever gripped this iconic ground. However, not all moments have been celebratory; Sue Bramall recalls witnessing damaged stands at Sheffield United Football ground that stood witness to the ups-and-downs of sporting battles fought on these hallowed grounds. From art exhibitions to sports spectacles, from commercial endeavors to cultural milestones - Bramall Lane has seen it all. This historic venue continues to be an integral part of Sheffield's identity - a testament to its rich heritage that spans generations.