New chapter brewing for historic Totley pub

A pub and restaurant is set to reopen in early 2025 under new management following an extensive refurbishment.

The Cross Scythes, which dates back to 1818 when it was opened by local farmer and scythe maker Samuel Hopkinson, will relaunch under The Northern Collective, a hospitality group with a strong presence in Sheffield and the Peak District, including venues such as The Dore Bar and Grill and Peveril Stores and Bakery. 

The revamped pub, in Totley, near Sheffield, will offer draught beers, curated wines, cocktails and locally roasted coffee by sister venue Castleton Coffee Co, with bosses saying they will “honour” the building’s heritage.

Sam Bell, owner of The Northern Collective, said: “Adding a venue like The Cross Scythes to our hospitality family is a natural next step for us. 

“As a venue, there is so much potential; there is lots of space, four huge rooms and it is in a great location at the heart of the beautiful suburb of Totley, the gateway to the Peaks. 

“Everything we’ve worked on as a team across our other venues has come together to create The Cross Scythes. 

“It’s set to be led by a great team, with our general manager who is opening the venue working there as her first job in hospitality, so it will be a full circle moment for her.”

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