The town hall was opened by Queen Victoria in 1897. Credit: Sheffield City Council.

The Sheffield Town Hall, a structure with over 125 years of history in Sheffield, UK, is set for a major restoration and sustainability project following Sheffield City Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee’s approval of the restoration roadmap.

The plan aims to address the ageing Grade I-listed building’s needs, ensuring its structural soundness and historical preservation.

The restoration plan will tackle various issues, including enhancing accessibility, improving fire safety measures, conducting structural repairs, and establishing a sustainable maintenance model to protect the Town Hall’s historical elements.

An initial feasibility study conducted in 2022 estimated potential restoration costs to be between £20m ($24.6m) and £50m, contingent upon the extent of the necessary works.

Sheffield City Council is now set to appoint a project delivery team to advance the design phase and develop a detailed engagement strategy. This progression will lead to revised cost estimates that align with the key objectives of the restoration plan.

The council will explore innovative funding methods that harmonise heritage conservation with fiscal responsibility.

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Sheffield City Council heritage ‘champion’ and councillor Janet Ridler said: “It is so important to protect and preserve the Town Hall as a building of significant architectural and historic importance and I am pleased the council is taking this important step towards securing the building’s future.

“The Town Hall has been part of our city’s heritage and at the centre of civic life for more than 100 years. It has stood through two world wars, some of the most important figures of the 19th and 20th centuries have passed through its doors and it continues to stand at the heart of our local democracy.”

Sheffield City Council councillor, leader, and chair of the Strategy and Resources Committee Tom Hunt added: “The Town Hall is not just a building; it is a symbol of our city’s heritage and democracy.

“Since it was opened by Queen Victoria in 1897, it has played a pivotal role in the lives of Sheffield residents. But, as we know, after 125 years the building is beginning to show its age.

“Approval of the Town Hall restoration is a vital step towards securing its future for generations to come, ensuring it remains accessible, inclusive, and sustainable while continuing to serve as the civic heart of our city.”