The fascinating history of Turveys. Established in 1883 by Samuel Turvey in Sheffield, the business initially began as a tobacco shop. However, as the turn of the century approached, the shop, located at 108 Devonshire Street, started to shift its focus towards the booming fur trade. Samuel, along with his son, a skilled furrier who specialised in both selling and remodelling fur coats, relocated their operations to 22 Ecclesall Road. This move allowed them to expand their offerings to include a wide range of fur products, from squirrel hats to luxurious sable coats. During this time, Samuel Junior's wife, Sarah, became increasingly involved in the business. Tragedy struck in 1936 when Samuel Senior passed away, followed shortly by the untimely death of Samuel Junior. Inheriting the business, Sarah courageously took the helm of the thriving Fur and Millinery shop, which had garnered a reputation for its exceptional products and service. As demand continued to grow, a larger showroom became necessary Sarah and her Son Norman opened a new shop at 58 Fargate, where they expanded their inventory to include women's fashion and children's clothing in the centre of sheffield.
The fascinating history of Turveys. Established in 1883 by Samuel Turvey in Sheffield, the business initially began as a tobacco shop. However, as the turn of the century approached, the shop, located at 108 Devonshire Street, started to shift its focus towards the booming fur trade. Samuel, along with his son, a skilled furrier who specialised in both selling and remodelling fur coats, relocated their operations to 22 Ecclesall Road. This move allowed them to expand their offerings to include a wide range of fur products, from squirrel hats to luxurious sable coats. During this time, Samuel Junior's wife, Sarah, became increasingly involved in the business. Tragedy struck in 1936 when Samuel Senior passed away, followed shortly by the untimely death of Samuel Junior. Inheriting the business, Sarah courageously took the helm of the thriving Fur and Millinery shop, which had garnered a reputation for its exceptional products and service. As demand continued to grow, a larger showroom became necessary Sarah and her Son Norman opened a new shop at 58 Fargate, where they expanded their inventory to include women's fashion and children's clothing in the centre of sheffield.
Unfortunately during the Sheffield December 1940 blitz, the premises suffered complete destruction forcing a temporary suspension of business operations. Undeterred by the adversity, they embarked on a new chapter in the aftermath of the war this time to 10-11 Corporation Street and thus the Turveys relocated once again, to Rotheram.
Unfortunately during the Sheffield December 1940 blitz, the premises suffered complete destruction forcing a temporary suspension of business operations. Undeterred by the adversity, they embarked on a new chapter in the aftermath of the war this time to 10-11 Corporation Street and thus the Turveys relocated once again, to Rotheram.
Sarah eventually retired to Scarbrough, leaving her son Norman as the sole director of the business. By the 1960s, Norman's two sons, Neil and Robert, joined the family enterprise. During this period, the furniture department began displaying signs of substantial growth, signalling a shift in the business's trajectory. Tragically, Norman passed away suddenly at the age of 55, leaving 22-year-old Neil in charge. Neil, who had been working in the furniture department, recognized the potential in this sector and decided to focus the business primarily on furniture. Gradually, he transformed the department store into the furniture shop that stands today. In 1989, recognizing the need for more space due to the business's remarkable growth, the decision was made to open a larger store with ample parking in an out-of-town location. This move provided the opportunity for further expansion.
Sarah eventually retired to Scarbrough, leaving her son Norman as the sole director of the business. By the 1960s, Norman's two sons, Neil and Robert, joined the family enterprise. During this period, the furniture department began displaying signs of substantial growth, signalling a shift in the business's trajectory. Tragically, Norman passed away suddenly at the age of 55, leaving 22-year-old Neil in charge. Neil, who had been working in the furniture department, recognized the potential in this sector and decided to focus the business primarily on furniture. Gradually, he transformed the department store into the furniture shop that stands today. In 1989, recognizing the need for more space due to the business's remarkable growth, the decision was made to open a larger store with ample parking in an out-of-town location. This move provided the opportunity for further expansion.
Finally, in 2000, Turveys relocated once again to its current location at 45 Sheffield Road, housing their largest showroom to date. Here, Neil and his son Alec, representing the sixth generation, work side by side, carrying on the proud legacy established since 1883. Their commitment remains unwavering, providing customers with the same exceptional quality products and service that has defined S. A. Turvey for over a century.
Finally, in 2000, Turveys relocated once again to its current location at 45 Sheffield Road, housing their largest showroom to date. Here, Neil and his son Alec, representing the sixth generation, work side by side, carrying on the proud legacy established since 1883. Their commitment remains unwavering, providing customers with the same exceptional quality products and service that has defined S. A. Turvey for over a century.
