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Sheffield Collection (#45)

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Background imageSheffield Collection: Scotland versus England, 1883

Scotland versus England, 1883
An international football match at Sheffield, 1883. Scotland defeated England with three goals to two. 1883

Background imageSheffield Collection: Shear and Tilt Hammers at Fitzalan Steel Works, Sheffield, Y

Shear and Tilt Hammers at Fitzalan Steel Works, Sheffield, Y

Background imageSheffield Collection: Cutting Ivory Handles with a Circular Saw at a Sheffield Ste

Cutting Ivory Handles with a Circular Saw at a Sheffield Ste
A man cuts ivory knife handles using a belt-driven circular saw at a Sheffield steel works. Two large tusks are at his side. Date: 1844

Background imageSheffield Collection: Forging Razor Blades at a Sheffield Steel Works, Yorkshire

Forging Razor Blades at a Sheffield Steel Works, Yorkshire

Background imageSheffield Collection: John Wycliffe Wilson

John Wycliffe Wilson

Background imageSheffield Collection: Saw Grinders at Sheffield Grinding Mills, Yorkshire

Saw Grinders at Sheffield Grinding Mills, Yorkshire
Saw grinders place sheets of metal against a rotating cutter at Sheffield Grinding Mills. Date: 1844

Background imageSheffield Collection: HMS Sheffield

HMS Sheffield
Splinter damage to HMS Sheffield. The light cruiser had been shadowing the Bismarck at the time of the Ark Royals last air attack

Background imageSheffield Collection: Matthew Campbell Browne

Matthew Campbell Browne
Citizen MATTHEW CAMPBELL BROWNE sympathiser with the French Revolution, delegate from the Sheffield & Leeds constituency to the British Convention. Date: CIRCA 1794

Background imageSheffield Collection: View of the lake, Weston Park, Sheffield, UK

View of the lake, Weston Park, Sheffield, UK
View of the lake at Weston Park, a public park in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. Date: early 20th century

Background imageSheffield Collection: Cake stand for wedding of Duke and Duchess of Kent

Cake stand for wedding of Duke and Duchess of Kent
A girl admires her reflection in the mirror like surface of a huge silver cake stand for one of th ecakes at the marriage of the Duke of Kent

Background imageSheffield Collection: Sheffield Workhouse - Coronation Sports Day

Sheffield Workhouse - Coronation Sports Day
A sack race during Coronation Sports at the Sheffield Union workhouse at Fir Vale, Sheffield. Date: circa 1911

Background imageSheffield Collection: Industry / Cutlery

Industry / Cutlery
Sheffield : razor-grinders at work in the hull Date: 1866

Background imageSheffield Collection: Sheffield Univ Architect

Sheffield Univ Architect
Students at Sheffield University studying architecture Date: 1950s

Background imageSheffield Collection: Street Football 1966

Street Football 1966
Children play football outside their council flats in Sheffield Date: 1966

Background imageSheffield Collection: Ice formations and cascades in woodland stream, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England

Ice formations and cascades in woodland stream, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Hart s-tongue Fern (Phyllitis scolopendrium) fronds, growing in crevice of graffiti covered wall

Hart s-tongue Fern (Phyllitis scolopendrium) fronds, growing in crevice of graffiti covered wall in city centre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageSheffield Collection: Feral Pigeon (Columba livia) four adults, walking beside city centre fountain, Sheffield

Feral Pigeon (Columba livia) four adults, walking beside city centre fountain, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Mixed wildflowers planted in city beside supertram track with supertram, Sheffield

Mixed wildflowers planted in city beside supertram track with supertram, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageSheffield Collection: Mixed wildflowers planted in city centre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Mixed wildflowers planted in city centre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Background imageSheffield Collection: Buddleia (Buddleia davidii) garden escapee, growing in crevice of graffiti covered wall in city

Buddleia (Buddleia davidii) garden escapee, growing in crevice of graffiti covered wall in city centre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageSheffield Collection: Ice formations in stream, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Ice formations in stream, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Deciduous woodland habitat with stream, Moss Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Deciduous woodland habitat with stream, Moss Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageSheffield Collection: Cascades on upland stream in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England

Cascades on upland stream in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: View of city centre river and buildings, River Don, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

View of city centre river and buildings, River Don, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Background imageSheffield Collection: Cascade on upland stream in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England

Cascade on upland stream in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Cascades on upland stream with footbridge in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield

Cascades on upland stream with footbridge in woodland habitat, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Upland woodland habitat with larch trees and bench, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Upland woodland habitat with larch trees and bench, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Upland woodland habitat with larch and pine trees, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Upland woodland habitat with larch and pine trees, Wyming Brook, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Lesser Water Boatman (Corixa punctata) adult, at surface of water, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Lesser Water Boatman (Corixa punctata) adult, at surface of water, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, july

Background imageSheffield Collection: View of city centre river with bridges, River Don, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

View of city centre river with bridges, River Don, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Background imageSheffield Collection: View of upland bog habitat, Blackamoor, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

View of upland bog habitat, Blackamoor, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Footprints in snow covered urban park, Shirebrook Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England

Footprints in snow covered urban park, Shirebrook Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Green-veined White Butterfly (Pieris napi) adult, frozen in icicles on barbed wire, Sheffield

Green-veined White Butterfly (Pieris napi) adult, frozen in icicles on barbed wire, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Snow covered urban park, Shirebrook Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Snow covered urban park, Shirebrook Valley, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, december

Background imageSheffield Collection: Fern (Pteridophyta sp. ) growing on rusty metal sheets on canal side, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Fern (Pteridophyta sp. ) growing on rusty metal sheets on canal side, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november
Fern (Pteridophyta sp.) growing on rusty metal sheets on canal side, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, november

Background imageSheffield Collection: Seven-spot Ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata) adult, silhouetted at sunset, Sheffield

Seven-spot Ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata) adult, silhouetted at sunset, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, august

Background imageSheffield Collection: Field Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) close-up of fertile cones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Field Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) close-up of fertile cones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageSheffield Collection: Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) adult, close-up of wing feathers, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) adult, close-up of wing feathers, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april

Background imageSheffield Collection: Common Toad (Bufo bufo) adult, at toad crossing on road at night, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Common Toad (Bufo bufo) adult, at toad crossing on road at night, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, april




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"Sheffield: A Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the time capsule and journey back to c. 1970, where The Hole in The Road stood as a quirky landmark in Sheffield, Yorkshire. This peculiar underpass captured the essence of a city constantly evolving. Fast forward to Hillsborough Art - Sheffield Wednesday, an emblematic representation of the city's passion for football. The vibrant colors on canvas depict the unwavering spirit that unites its people. Delve even deeper into history with William Fairbank's meticulous map from 1771, revealing a correct plan of the town of Sheffield. This intricate cartography showcases how this industrial hub was shaped over centuries. William Ibbitt's masterpiece from 1855 offers us a breathtaking view from Park Hill. From this vantage point, one can witness both progress and tradition intertwining harmoniously. Bramall Lane Art - Sheffield United takes us on another sporting journey through artistry. Celebrating fierce rivalries and moments etched in time, it encapsulates the pride that courses through every fan's veins. Traveling further ahead to c. 1870-1905, we encounter an intriguing Plan which illustrates urban expansion during this period—a testament to its growing prominence within Yorkshire and England at large. Uncover more secrets as you explore Postcode Sector Map sheet 18 Humberside and North East Midlands—an invaluable tool guiding residents across diverse neighborhoods within this sprawling metropolis. Transport yourself back to 1822 when Sheffield was bustling with life—its streets alive with commerce and innovation shaping its destiny as an industrial powerhouse. Witness Tinsley cooling towers towering above the skyline—a symbol not only of energy production but also resilience amidst changing times—a reminder that progress comes hand-in-hand with adaptation. Navigate your way through Postcode District Map sheet 4 Northern England—the key unlocking access to hidden gems nestled within each district—revealing the vibrant tapestry of communities that make up Sheffield.