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A section of the River Sheaf has been uncovered in Castlegate, Sheffield this morning after being underground for 100 years, as part of a wider project in the regeneration of Sheffield. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The \u00a315m project is to create a new public park on the Castlegate site, where members of the public can sit and enjoy the views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cllr Ben Miskell, Chair of the Transportation, Regeneration, and Climate Policy Committee said: “What we\u2019re creating is a thriving city centre park and it\u2019s really important that people have space that they can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We have been closing off places for over 100 years, now we are opening them up as a vital part of our city.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The River was covered up in 1917 as part of a project in Castle Markets, which was later demolished in 2015 and the space has been vacant ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After being industrialised in the Steel City, the river became polluted and acted as a waste bin for nearby slaughterhouses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Sheaf and Porter Rivers Trust have been campaigning to revive the river, due to its significant role in Sheffield\u2019s history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The River Sheaf dates back to the 18th century, serving as a key water source for the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The uncovering of the River Sheaf is a cornerstone of the Castlegate regeneration project, and in the coming year, the public will begin to see the transformation of this area into a welcoming park space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full story here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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