Tuesday 29 December 2015

Albert Works, Sheffield

History

Little history is available for this site but it looks to be have been the home to several Silversmiths over the years as part of Sheffield's thriving metalwork industry.

There is currently work being undertaken on the site and a planning application to demolish the works along with the nearby Niche nightclub and the adjacent Speedwell Works, which can be viewed here:

http://publicaccess.sheffield.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=NZ588DNYFY000

Esoteric Eric





Park Hill Flats, Sheffield

History

Park Hill is a council housing estate in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. It was built between 1957 and 1961, and in 1998 was given Grade II* listed building status, the largest listed building in Europe. Following a period of decline, the estate is being renovated by developers Urban Splash.

For an extensive background history visit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Park_Hill,_Sheffield

Esoteric Eric