Artisan restaurant and cafe planned for Sheffield's Banner Cross Hall after sale to new owners

Banner Cross Hall in Sheffield is set to be open to the public after its sale to Davison Property Investment.

Published 31st Aug 2023, 16:45 BST

Henry Boot completed the sale of its current head office to the firm, which plans to turn part of the building into an artisan restaurant and cafe.

The new owners also plan to transform part of Banner Cross Hall, which is located on Ecclesall Road, into dedicated serviced workspace for local Sheffield businesses to use on a flexible basis.

Matthew Davison, CEO of Davison Property Investment, said, “We are delighted to have been chosen by Henry Boot as preferred bidder to take over the custodianship of such an important local landmark. We look forward to working with Sheffield City Council and the local community to help shape the next exciting stage in Banner Cross Hall’s history.”

Davison Property Investments also currently operates serviced offices in the Grade ll listed Globe Works at Kelham Island in Sheffield.

Banner Cross Hall dates back to 1821 and has been used by Henry Boot since 1932. The property, which comes with 10 acres of land, was given Grade II listed status in 1973.

Henry Boot announced in March 2023 that it would be relocating its headquarters to the Isaacs Building in Sheffield city centre.

Tim Roberts, CEO at Henry Boot, said: “Banner Cross Hall has been home to Henry Boot for over 90 years and has facilitated the successful growth of the company throughout this time.

“We are pleased that the building will retain its core function as an office space, while the new owners also have plans to open up the building to the public, who will be able to benefit from the fantastic grounds that the Henry Boot team have been fortunate to enjoy for many years.

“The sale of Banner Cross Hall represents the next exciting part of Henry Boot’s story, and we are looking forward to the move in November this year to help strengthen the links we have with the city and our partners.

"Our founder Henry Boot originally based the business in premises on Moore Street in the city, so in a way, it feels like we’re coming home.”

The firm added that its new head office would support the company’s growth plans by providing a “contemporary, sustainable and more collaborative workspace”.