Whiteley Wood Hall

Whiteley Wood Hall was a 17th century country house standing on Common Lane in Fulwood, surrounded by its own woods and overlooking the Porter Valley. The building was demolished in 1959, leaving only the stable structures and grounds behind.

Alexander Ashton built the house in 1662, and Thomas Boulsover, inventor of Sheffield Plate, lived there from 1757 to 1788. Sheffield Corporation purchased the property in 1896, after which it changed hands until 1926.

The hall became a central point for Sheffield's industrial advancement when Thomas Boulsover established the Wire Mill forge on adjacent land in 1760.

The surviving stable buildings and grounds now function as an outdoor activities center run by Girlguiding Sheffield, featuring camping areas and accommodation options. You can explore the remaining structures and enjoy the spacious grounds for outdoor recreation.

Thomas Boulsover established a Wire Mill forge on the adjacent land, making the property a hub of Sheffield's metalworking industry during the 18th century. This combination of residence and industrial production was unusual for country estates of that period.

Location: Sheffield

Inception: 1662

Address: Common Lane

GPS coordinates: 53.35750,-1.54020

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:44