Norton Lees
suburb in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, UK
Norton Lees (grid reference SK353839) is a residential suburb in the Graves Park ward of the City of Sheffield, England located to the east of Woodseats.
History
In Kelly's Directory of 1891, Norton Lees is listed as a constablewick in the parish of Norton in Derbyshire. Norton parish was incorporated into Sheffield in two parts; the first in 1901 and the remainder in 1933.
Notable buildings in Norton Lees include Bishops' House—a half-timbered house that was built c. 1500—and St Paul's Church and Centre, a parish church that was originally built in 1875–7 and extended in 1935, the octagonal spire of which is visible from more than 3 miles away.
Below Newfield school is the former site of Lees Hall, built in the 15th century, but demolished by the local council in the 1950s. The orchard and other features can still be found.
Modern development
Also in the area is the Thorpe House housing estate, a popular development built in the 1930s. The tree-lined roads generous sized gardens, and numerous 3 bedroom semi detached house with gardens are popular with families of all ages through to retired people.
The Brindley council housing estate also lies alongside Warminster Road, built in 1976–1977.
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