A historic charity building which has been vacant since 1999, has been planned to be restored and redeveloped.

The Salvation Army Citadel in Sheffield has been acquired by the city council, with plans underway to restore and redevelop the Grade II-listed building.

The building, originally opened in 1894, served as the city’s main Salvation Army church for over a century.

Cllr Ben Miskell, chair of the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Policy Committee at Sheffield City Council and Mr. Robert Hill have finalised the legal proceedings and the council’s acquisition of the Citadel and have said that “neither party will be making further comments on this agreement.”

I'm pleased to announce we've acquired the former Salvation Army Citadel on Cross Burgess St, safeguarding this iconic Grade II listed building for future generations. We're assessing its future use, with more updates to come. 📷 w/ @Heritage_Angel https://t.co/TBH9o1S2SK pic.twitter.com/t017uzmsb8

— Cllr Ben Miskell (@benmiskell) October 23, 2024

The Sheffield City Council will be ‘progressing plans to see this important heritage building improved’ and both parties look forward to progressing proposals to bring the building back into use.

The Citadel stands on Cross Burgess Street, surrounded by recent developments like Leah’s Yard, Cambridge Street Collective, and Pounds Park. It is also adjacent to the Radisson Blu Hotel and the former Cole Brothers department store and its location suggests significant potential for future development.

Originally designed by William Gillbee Scott and built in 1894 for a cost of £25,000, the Citadel is a striking Medieval-style building featuring turrets, decorative gables, and chimneys. The building housed a large hall, various rooms, and apartments, with three additional business premises that were quickly rented out.

As the council explores options, the community eagerly awaits news on the building’s makeover.

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