Over a number of years I have been researching the history of Totley Hall – the Big House in the Village – for my own pleasure and interest.  During Lockdown I began, with the help of my husband, to write up its story on wet days to keep our minds active.  I came to realize that our local Hall, built in 1623, was nearing its 400th birthday, and that maybe the time was right to share my findings with others interested in our local history by putting the story into print.

Totley Hall has played a number of roles during its lifetime as a farmhouse, Manor House, sporting lodge, office, retirement home, village hub and College.  Its owners have included a High Sheriff, a Lead Mine Owner and an eccentric Gentleman, but – who was the founder of Dronfield Market; which owner was a thief and embezzler; and which owner scandalized the village? 

Find out in this illustrated booklet, published with the support of Totley History Group, and with profits going to Transport 17.

Available from:-

Totley Library

Transport 17

Carl at ‘Shoe Repairs’ on the Rise                               

Cost:  £8.99