Barker's Pool, Sheffield

Name: Barker's Pool
Address: Sheffield, United Kingdom

#57 among attractions in Sheffield

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Barker's Pool is a public city square and street in the centre of the City of Sheffield, England. The focus of Barker's Pool is the Grade II* listed 90-foot-tall war memorial that was unveiled on 28 October 1925 to commemorate the First World War. The Grade II* listed Sheffield City Hall is on the north side of the plaza facing a currently closed down branch of the John Lewis Partnership, formerly Cole Brothers, on nearby Fargate. ()

Coordinates: 53°22'49"N, 1°28'19"W

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Central SheffieldSheffield United Kingdom

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Barker's Pool – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sheffield Town Hall, Millennium Gallery, Crucible Theatre, Peace Gardens.

~540 ftE
Architecture, City hall, Tudor Revival architecture
Sheffield Town Hall, Sheffield
3 min walk • Sheffield Town Hall stands as a distinguished emblem of governance and history in the heart of Sheffield, United Kingdom. This grandiose building, completed in 1897, is an exquisite example of Victorian architecture and has served as the seat of local government for...
~1140 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Millennium Gallery, Sheffield
6 min walk • The Millennium Gallery is a vibrant cultural destination nestled in the heart of Sheffield, United Kingdom. This modern museum, which opened its doors in 2001, has rapidly become a centerpiece for the city's cultural landscape, attracting art aficionados and curious...
~980 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Convention center
Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
5 min walk • The Crucible Theatre, nestled in the heart of Sheffield, United Kingdom, stands as a beacon of cultural and artistic excellence. Since its opening in 1971, this esteemed venue has become synonymous with world-class theatre and is renowned for hosting the annual World...
~550 ftE
Square, Garden, Park
Peace Gardens, Sheffield
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sheffield, the Peace Gardens is an urban oasis that stands as a testament to the city's commitment to tranquility and communal space. This charming square, which was redesigned and reopened in 1998, has since become a beloved feature of the...
~500 ftSE
Church
St Paul's Church, Sheffield
3 min walk • St Paul's Church, Sheffield, was a chapel of ease to Sheffield Parish Church. By 1700, Sheffield's population had reached 5,000, and a second Anglican place of worship was required to house a growing congregation.
~70 ftSW
Memorial
Sheffield War Memorial, Sheffield
1 min walk • The Sheffield War Memorial also known as Sheffield Cenotaph, is a Grade II* listed war memorial located at Barker's Pool, Sheffield, standing to the south of Sheffield City Hall, which is also Grade II* listed.
~1150 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield
6 min walk • The Lyceum is a 1,068-seat theatre in the City of Sheffield, England.
~180 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield
1 min walk • Sheffield City Hall is a Grade II* listed building in Sheffield, England in Barker's Pool, one of the city's central squares.
~910 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Cathedral Church of St Marie, Sheffield
5 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Marie is the Roman Catholic cathedral in Sheffield, England. It lies in a slightly hidden location, just off Fargate shopping street, but signals its presence with a tall spire.
~1110 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Graves Art Gallery, Sheffield
6 min walk • Graves Art Gallery is an art gallery in Sheffield, England. The gallery is located above the Central Library in Sheffield city centre. It houses permanent displays from the city’s historic and contemporary collection of British and European art along with a programme of temporary exhibitions.
~570 ftNE
Square
Orchard Square, Sheffield
3 min walk • Orchard Square is a small open-air court shopping centre located in Sheffield, England. It opened in 1987 and contains several stores, notably Schuh, Clarks, Waterstone's, Subway, The Body Shop and TK Maxx.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Barker's Pool?

Nearby attractions include Sheffield War Memorial, Sheffield (1 min walk), Women of Steel, Sheffield (1 min walk), Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield (1 min walk), Leah's Yard, Sheffield (2 min walk).

How to get to Barker's Pool by public transport?

The nearest stations to Barker's Pool:

Bus

Carver Street/CA1 • Lines: 257 (3 min walk)
West Street/City Hall CH3 • Lines: 181, 51, 6 (3 min walk)

Tram

City Hall • Lines: Blue, Yell (3 min walk)
Cathedral • Lines: Blue, Purp, Tt, Yell (5 min walk)

Train

Sheffield (11 min walk)