Cholera Monument Grounds & Clay Wood
The Asiatic Cholera Epidemic came to Sheffield in 1832. Total death
toll was 402. Initially victims were buried in churchyards around
Sheffield, but because of limited space and public unease about living
near a burial site, an alternative had to be found. The 12th Duke of
Norfolk offered this site as a burial site. 339 victims were buried
hastily and without ceremony in these grounds. The Cholera Monument was created in memory of those who were buried here.
toll was 402. Initially victims were buried in churchyards around
Sheffield, but because of limited space and public unease about living
near a burial site, an alternative had to be found. The 12th Duke of
Norfolk offered this site as a burial site. 339 victims were buried
hastily and without ceremony in these grounds. The Cholera Monument was created in memory of those who were buried here.
The path past the monument goes through Clay Wood, which covers an area of 4.5 Acres and is a dedicated site of special interest. The wood now includes a variety of trees including ash, oak, holly, hawthorn, hazel, elm and sycamore. It is a great place to see a range of different birds and is usually filled with the sounds of bird song.
Sheaf Valley Park
Sheaf Valley Park alongside Park Hill Flats includes South Street Park amphitheatre, hosts a wide range of events, theatre, music and community events.
