In a sentence – A place of safety and welcome in the heart of the city
Address – The Sanctuary, 37-39 Chapel Walk, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2PD
In-depth – The Sanctuary aims to rise above the unjust constraints placed on people seeking sanctuary by providing a beautifully designed space in the heart of the city that is safe, welcoming and supportive. Visitors to the Sanctuary are welcomed by our volunteers and offered a hot drink and a calm place to sit, where they can participate in conversation groups and other social activities and find out about more about activities and opportunities around the city. It is a place where people are welcomed and listened to, and a place where people can discover the best of Sheffield as a City of Sanctuary.
Opening times
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00am – 4:00pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00am – 4:00pm |
| Thursday | 10:00am – 4:00pm |
| Friday | Closed except for women’s group |
Explore our work
Timetable
All activities are open to all people seeking sanctuary and do not require a referral.
| Day | Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 12:00 | SAVTE ESOL Class Entry 2+ (Registration Required) | Basement |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Open Kitchen Social Club: a delicious free meal cooked by our community | Ground floor | |
| 13:30 – 15:30 | English Conversation: a relaxed space to meet new people, improve your English, play board games and connect with the City of Sanctuary Sheffield community | Ground floor | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 12:00 | SAVTE Beginners English Class | Basement |
| 13:00 – 16:00 | English Conversation Club | Corner room | |
| 13:00 – 16:00 | Multi-Agency Advice Drop-In: a hub of advice, information and solidarity for people seeking sanctuary in Sheffield | Victoria Hall, S1 2JB | |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | Arts and Crafts: a space for creativity and meeting new people | Ground floor | |
| Thursday | 11:00 – 12:30 | SAVTE Improvers English Class | Ground Floor |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | SAVTE Beginners English Class | Basement | |
| 13:00 – 14:30 | SAVTE Intermediate English Class | Ground floor | |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | New Beginnings Jobs Club: information, advice and guidance in accessing opportunities in education and training, volunteering, employment and participation in social activities | Ground floor | |
| 16:00-17:00 | Zumba (Women’s Group) | Basement | |
| Friday, closed except for… | 12:30 – 14:30 | Side by Side Wellbeing, Drama and English (Women’s Group): inclusive drama and music sessions | Ground floor |
Contact – [email protected]
Hire The Sanctuary
The Sanctuary has various spaces for hire, perfect for events, meetings, workshops, and more. We offer ground floor hire, kitchen use, and hot desking options. Prices are variable depending on your organization’s size, ensuring flexibility and affordability. More detailed room hire information can be found here. Please, contact us with any questions and to inquire about booking. [email protected].