Victoria Hall Methodist Church, Sheffield

Victoria Hall Methodist Church, located in Sheffield, is the city's most significant Methodist sanctuary and a listed building of historical importance. This large, multi-roomed structure features two entrances: the main entrance on Norfolk Street and a separate administration entrance on Chapel Walk.

The origins of Victoria Hall date back to the Norfolk Street Wesleyan Chapel, established in 1779 on the same site. This original chapel was demolished in 1906 to make way for a larger and more distinguished building. The current Victoria Hall opened on 24 September 1908, thanks to the generosity of Sheffield entrepreneur Thomas Cole, who donated additional land for the expanded site. The design of the new Hall merges Gothic and Arts and Crafts styles, highlighted by a prominent Baroque tower. Carved decorations on the building include portrayals of John and Charles Wesley, founders of the Sheffield Methodist Society in the 1740s.

Victoria Hall has a strong history of social involvement, starting with the Sheffield Mission Labour Yard to combat unemployment before World War I. It has close connections with the trade union movement, hosting many meetings. During World War I, the Hall cared for armed forces personnel and was visited by King George V and Queen Mary in 1919. In the Great Depression, it provided free breakfasts and food parcels. Before Sheffield City Hall opened in 1932, it was a key concert venue. The Hall survived the Sheffield Blitz in 1940, and in 1941, part of it became a rest hostel for armed forces members.

Today, Victoria Hall continues to serve as a place of worship and a community hub. It hosts various voluntary organizations that provide meals for the homeless and remains a popular venue for classical music concerts. The Hall also offers a function room available for hire by the public. Additionally, a coffee morning is held within the Hall from 10:00 am to noon, Monday to Saturday, further fostering community engagement.