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Festival of Archaeology Walk & Talk: Sheffield Park’s Cricketing History

As part of the Festival of Archaeology at Sheffield Park and Garden, join archaeologist Nathalie Cohen on a one-off walk and talk on Sheffield Park's cricketing history.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Learn all about Henry North Holroyd, the Third Earl of Sheffield, and his love of all things cricket. Hear all about how he set about creating a world-class cricket pitch, and how he famously hosted the Australian cricket team in 1896, along with 25,000 spectators and the Prince of Wales.

The Nationwide Festival of Archaeology is an annual event coordinated by the Council for British Archaeology.

This walks doesn't need pre-booking but is on a first come, first served basis.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

No need to pre-book. On a first come, first served basis.

Suitability

Aimed at adults and older children.

Meeting point

Meet just through Visitor Reception.

What to bring and wear

Sensible footwear and clothing is recommended as the garden can be muddy depending on the weather. Part of the tour will go into the woods.

Accessibility

Part of the tour involves going into the cricket grounds. Because of the gradient and surface of paths leading to the cricket pitch, this may be inaccessible to those with mobility issues. Please call us to speak about this.

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