End of an era as once popular Sheffield city centre party pub shuts down after over 30 years
Popular pub in Georgian church shuts its doors
It was once a thriving Sheffield pub, popular with city centre revellers.
But now the landmark Walkabout bar, at the end of Carver Street, has become the latest pub to close, after more than 30 years trading.
Workmen were seen taking things out of the building yesterday, after it had earlier described itself on its social media pages as ‘signing off for the last time’ with the comment: “Sheffield. It’s been a pleasure.”
The venue, owned by the pub company Stonegate, was in a historic church near the junction with West Street.
But the company told The Star the Walkabout had stopped being commercially viable.
A Stonegate Group spokesperson told The Star: “The hospitality sector continues to face significant challenges.
“After careful consideration, and despite our best efforts, the site is no longer commercially viable and we have taken the difficult decision to close the Walkabout Sheffield.
“We would like to thank our hard-working team for their commitment and dedication. We would also like to thank our guests and the local community for their support over the years.”
The venue has been running in the city centre since the 1990s, and was also a popular venue for drinkers to watch popular sporting events on its big screens. Its website had been promoting it as a place to watch this summer’s football World Cup.
The company had said on its website before its closure: “Whether you’re after a relaxed drink, a proper night out or watching all the latest live sport; we’ve got something for you.
“We’re the home of live sport. With refreshing cold pints, juicy burger and huge HD screens positioned perfectly around our bar, you won’t miss a second of the sporting action!
“Did we also mention our legendary parties? We can always find a reason to party and with our VIP packages you can be at the centre of attention.”
The venue opened in the Grade II listed the former Methodist chapel, with planning applications for its redevelopment into a bar dating back to 1994.
The building dates back to 1804, according the the date above its door.