The old Salvation Army Citadel in Sheffield is typical of its era with a crenelated frontage giving a castle like appearance.
The land was bought in 1892 and was swiftly followed by a building. The Foundation Stone was laid by Mrs. Bramwell Booth on September 12th, 1892 and the impressive building was opened on January 27th, 1894. Thus began over 100 years of almost unbroken service on this famous and much-loved site.
There have been a number of plans for the building since it closed, although the place is still empty at the moment, and slowly decaying.
I think every large UK city has or had a 'Sally Bash' building exactly like this one - it would be nice to see it's architectural features preserved but if it's not possible then we will need to rely on photos like yours to remind us of past glories, Katharine.
@vignouse Thanks. I am sure you are right Richard. The one in York is somewhat smaller. I suppose the same style made them instantly recognisable to those needing their help and visiting Salvationists. We used to call them the Sally Bang in South Yorkshire. Katharine
@lhart There is a new building as this one became to expensive to repair. At the moment they are considering turning the building into shops as it is in Sheffields commercial area. Katharine
@tonydebont I am sure they did not anticipate the building would stand empty for this long, it appears the first buyers pulled out shortly after a new building was built. Katharine
@bobhuegel There are a lot of people in Sheffield who hope the same thing. Hopefully the new interest will result in the building being restored. Katharine
