Heritage at Broomhill Community Library

What is Heritage?

Anything from the past that you value and want to pass on to future generations.

"Enabling more people’s heritage to be recognized and increasing the diversity of heritage audiences" - from the National Heritage Fund 2033 Strategy

Valuing Heritage

We offer activities and organise events that celebrate the heritage of our library building and garden, and provide opportunities for members of our community to celebrate and share their unique heritage with others.
We are committed to restoring and preserving our Heritage Garden so that it may be enjoyed by today and by future generations.
Our development plans balance the library building changes that are required to meet the needs of the community and the preservation of historical features and integratration of the Heritage Garden.

Celebrating Our Diverse Heritage

We offer activities and plan events which recognise and celebrate the unique heritage of our members and visitors.

In early summer, the Welcoming Cultures Picnic invites members of our community to showcase their heritage by sharing traditional dishes and offering opportunities to experience the music, words, and art of their culture.

Regular activities such as Coffee, Cake, and Chat, and Tea, Talk, and Tots provide a space for newcomers to Broomhill to make friends and improve their English.

Heritage Open Days

During Heritage Open Days in September, we organise tours, talks, and activities that celebrate the heritage of our library building, garden, and community.

The Percy Cane Heritage Garden

After many years of neglect, this rare garden was re-discovered by library volunteers in 2014. Since then, and with the help of others, we have worked hard to gradually reclaim and restore the garden.

In 2024, our garden was added to the South Yorkshire Heritage List.

Read about the Percy Cane Heritage Garden restoration project

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