A new chapter for a historic Sheffield landmark.
Silver Works is exploring the renewal of a Grade II listed industrial site, bringing together architectural heritage, community purpose and opportunities for the future.
Concept visualisation. Indicative only; subject to design development and statutory approvals.
Rooted in history. Looking ahead.
The future of a historic building is about more than bricks and mortar. Silver Works aims to investigate how a long-vacant Sheffield landmark can be carefully restored and brought back into meaningful use, while respecting its heritage and responding to local needs.
Our vision for Silver Works
Heritage and restoration
Safeguard the architectural character of a listed building and bring a long-vacant site back into meaningful use.
Supported living and independence
Explore accommodation and support pathways for care leavers and vulnerable adults moving towards independent living.
Skills and enterprise
Consider training, employability and social enterprise opportunities, including potential active ground-floor uses.
Community and belonging
Create a place that contributes to local pride, connection and long-term regeneration of its neighbourhood.
A building worth bringing back.
The project centres on the historic Lion Works complex in the Burngreave and Spital Hill area. The Grade II listed site reflects the industrial character of its surroundings, and years of vacancy have left it in need of careful, long-term regeneration.
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A vision in development.
The project is at an early stage of exploration and engagement. Proposals will evolve through technical assessment, stakeholder discussions and the relevant statutory processes.
Exploration and feasibilityNow
Understanding the building, its condition and what could be possible.
Engagement
Listening to residents, heritage bodies, housing and support organisations.
Design development
Shaping proposals that respect the historic fabric and the needs of future users.
Statutory processes
Any scheme would require assessment, consultation and the relevant consents.
Indicative sequence. Stages may overlap and are subject to change.
Be part of the conversation.
We welcome enquiries from organisations and individuals interested in heritage, community regeneration and potential collaboration.