Annual name indexes to grants of probate from 1858 to 1934.
Contact us on archives@sheffield.gov.uk to find out more, book in advance or order archival materials.
Location of records
The location of the probate registers is
Sheffield Archives
52 Shoreham Street
Ordering documents
We strongly advise that you contact us to book a fiche or film reader in advance of your visit.
Copies
Copies of post 1858 wills can be requested from the
York Probate Registry
Castle Chambers
Clifford Street
York YO1 9RG
Or you can telephone: 01904 666777.
Name indexes are produced annually which lists:
- names (alphabetically)
- address where will was made
- occupation
- date and place of death
- details of executors
- value of the estate
For 1935 and beyond, indexes are available from the Probate Sub Registry at the Law Courts, Sheffield.
Format
The format of the probate registers is microfiche.