New plans for former Henderson's Relish site

Plans have been lodged to turn Sheffield's former Henderson's Relish factory into an events, retail and office space.

The University of Sheffield is seeking permission from Sheffield City Council to change the use of the building in Leavygreave Road.

It had previously secured planning permission to convert the building, which it bought in 2015, into a café, restaurant and social space but never proceeded with the development.

In documents submitted to the council, it said: "The proposals will result in no harm to the significance of the building or the surrounding heritage assets and are considered to be of public and heritage benefit as a result of bringing the building back into active use."

The building dates back to the 19th Century and was used as a factory to produce the condiment sauce from 1959 until the company relocated to Sheffield Parkway in 2013.

Its prominent location has made it a well-known local landmark, further distinguished by its distinctive orange signage.

The vacant premises fell into disrepair and have since been refurbished by the University of Sheffield as part of a different planning application in 2022.

As part of the latest plans, the ground floor of the building would be used as a retail space and to host events such as open days and career days.

The reinstated first floor would be used as a marketing office, while external works would include new paving, solar panels and the installation of CCTV.

Planners on behalf of the university said the proposed development had been "sensitively designed" to protect the historic significance of the building.

"Overall, it is considered that the proposal will preserve and enhance the character of the building and maintain its status as a key prominent building within this part of the Conservation Area," they said.

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