Baronets and Beggars
Thu 17 Sept · 14:00
Broomhill Library
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The event Baronets and Beggars is scheduled for 17 September 2026 at Broomhill Library in Sheffield. Geoffrey Harbord will explore how the Staniforth family changed status over more than 200 years. Entry is free.
How an ordinary Sheffield family became grand - and ordinary again!
Geoffrey Harbord will explore how over 200 years the Staniforth family became leading scythe and sickle manufacturers before returning to obscurity. How social and local history sources can make sense of your family legends. Followed by an opportunity to discuss ways forward in your family history journey and to view Eva Wilkinson’s Broomhill archive.
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Partly cloudy · 16°C
Feels like 13°C · Chance of rain 52% · Wind 19 km/h
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Baronets and Beggars takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 14:00.
Baronets and Beggars is held at Broomhill Library in Sheffield (10 Taptonville Road, Sheffield, S10 5BR).
Entry to Baronets and Beggars is free.
Tickets for Baronets and Beggars can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The event Baronets and Beggars is scheduled for 17 September 2026 at Broomhill Library in Sheffield. Geoffrey Harbord will explore how the Staniforth family changed status over more than 200 years. Entry is free.
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How an ordinary Sheffield family became grand - and ordinary again!
Geoffrey Harbord will explore how over 200 years the Staniforth family became leading scythe and sickle manufacturers before returning to obscurity. How social and local history sources can make sense of your family legends. Followed by an opportunity to discuss ways forward in your family history journey and to view Eva Wilkinson’s Broomhill archive.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Baronets and Beggars?
Baronets and Beggars takes place on Thursday, 17 September 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Baronets and Beggars taking place?
Baronets and Beggars is held at Broomhill Library in Sheffield (10 Taptonville Road, Sheffield, S10 5BR).
How much are tickets for Baronets and Beggars?
Entry to Baronets and Beggars is free.
How do I get tickets for Baronets and Beggars?
Tickets for Baronets and Beggars can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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