What is Whirlow Hall Farm?

What is Whirlow Hall Farm?

Whirlow Hall Farm stands on the site of the old Whirlow Hall, the seat of the Brights, an ancient Whirlow family who lived in the area as early as the 14th century. The present building dates from 1843 and is the site of the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust, a working farm and registered charity which allows inner city children to experience farm life.

What happened to Whirlow Grange?

It became the Sheffield Diocesan Conference Centre in 1953 and today trading as Whirlow Grange Limited it hosts conferences, weddings and courses. Now demolished (2018) and rebuilt as a block of 9 flats

What is the history of Whirlow?

The first documented mention of Whirlow came in a grant of land of 1296 in “le Horlowe” in “le parke de Ekilsale (Ecclesall)” between Robert son of Ralph de Ekilsale to Richard son of William son of Cescile de Ekilsale.

Why choose Whirlow Brook Hall?

If you need a great venue in Sheffield for your special occasion, we at Whirlow Brook Hall are the perfect choice. We occupy a scenic location on the Yorkshire and Derbyshire borders – just a short drive from the bustling streets of Sheffield and Chesterfield.