Case Study
St James the Great Church, Norton
In conjunction with the Parochial Church Council and Sheffield City Council
Heritage & Conservation
May 2025
£310,000
Sheffield
Project Overview
Sensitive improvements to a historic Sheffield churchyard
The works at St James the Great Church, Norton focused on enhancing the setting of this historic building while improving the quality and functionality of its surrounding landscape. The project balanced heritage sensitivity with practical improvements to create a welcoming environment for the local community.
Killingley enhanced the existing landscape through new turfing, planting and improved drainage, helping manage surface water effectively while refreshing the appearance of the church grounds and supporting long-term sustainability.
In addition, a small building extension was delivered, featuring timber cladding and a zinc-plated roof. The contemporary materials complement the church fabric, providing a durable, low-maintenance addition that sits comfortably within its historic setting.
Project Highlights
The Challenge
Improve the landscape and functionality of a historic churchyard while respecting its heritage setting, and deliver a small contemporary extension that complements rather than conflicts with the existing fabric.
Our Solution
A combined package of soft landscaping, drainage improvement and building works, with material choices throughout — timber cladding, zinc roofing, considered planting — selected to respect the character of the historic site.
The Result
A refreshed, welcoming churchyard with improved drainage and a sympathetic new extension, enhancing the setting of a historic building for the benefit of the local community.
Project Team
Client: Parochial Church Council
Architects: Chantrey Studios
Landscape Design: Jon Carr Design
Proven Results
On site at St James the Great
Scope of Works
What we delivered
Soft Landscaping
New turfing and planting refreshing the appearance of the church grounds and enhancing the setting of the historic building.
Drainage & Soiling
Improved drainage installed to manage surface water across the churchyard and support the long-term health of the landscape.
Building Extension
Small extension with timber cladding and zinc-plated roof, providing a durable, low-maintenance addition sympathetic to the historic church fabric.
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