Rare 17th-century Civil War defenses unearthed at Sheffield Castle

Archaeologists have uncovered remains of the first surviving wooden stake defenses from the English Civil War at the site of Sheffield Castle

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Sheffield's first surviving Civil War stake defences revealed

The wooden stakes were discovered by archaeologists in the moat of Sheffield's former castle.

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Council launches Conservation Area Appraisals across six areas | Sheffield City Council

As a city dating back at least 800 years, Sheffield has an incredibly rich and culturally important history. From Sheffield Castle to the industrial revolution right the way up to the modern day, the city has made its mark on the world.

Section of Sheffield's River Sheaf to be revealed after 100 years

Work to reveal part of the River Sheaf covered for more than a century is due to begin next week.

Team excavating Sheffield Castle uncover drawbridge pier, moat, new evidence for castle interior and remains of possible earlier castle

Our team excavating the derelict Castle Market site for Sheffield City Council’s Castlegate regeneration project has discovered new evidence of the medieval Sheffield Castle – hailed the birthplace of Sheffield.

Excavations at Sheffield Castle heat up with 19th Century steel working discoveries

Hailed as the birthplace of the city, excavations on the site of Sheffield Castle have revealed archaeological features and structures that heat up the city’s industrial heritage.