It’s a building that, for nearly 200 years, has attracted worshipers, shopper and excited children eager to see the latest must have toy, but now Bethal Chapel is set for a new lease of life looking towards the future.
When it first opened, more than a century ago, the former Salvation Army Citadel building would attract scores of people every Sunday to worship. However, pictures taken inside since Sheffield City Council acquired it show amount of work required to bring it back to life.
It’s a street that dates back decades into Sheffield’s fantastic history, being a place with unique, boutique shops, independent cafes and trend setting fashion outlets, and now you have the chance to shape the future of Chapel Walk.
An exciting planning application has been submitted by the Council for the transformation of the Castle site public space, including an events space, new public art and opening up the River Sheaf.
Attercliffe is as old as Sheffield itself, dating back to the 12th century, and is steeped in history including playing a pivotal role in the industrial revolution where its steel works dominated the world market for centuries.
Chapel Walk’s transformation is set to continue as Sheffield City Council awards £1.24 million to local businesses to create a vibrant city centre destination.
Contractors, working on behalf of Sheffield City Council, have started preparation work to remove and preserve a dangerous city centre façade which is at risk of completely collapsing.
Multinational companies, local independents, cafes and creatives are among the businesses due to be opening soon in Sheffield City Council’s Heart of the City development.
Following the recent General Election, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Stocksbridge & Penistone, Dr Marie Tidball MP, has joined the Stocksbridge Town Deal Board as the new Co-Chair alongside current Co-Chair, Yuri Matischen.
