From outdoor adventures with egg hunts and trails to hands-on activities, see our rundown of family fun events happening across Sheffield this Easter holidays.
Being a mountain goat is no fun when you are scared of heights! Stand poor Giddy on a mountain ledge and his head starts spinning and his knees turn to jelly. But can he find the fearless goat inside himself in time to rescue little Edmund, the sheep?
Do you have what it takes to be a Ninja Warrior? Tackle this fun-packed course inspired by the hit ITV show and find out. There are obstacles the whole family can enjoy whether you start as a Ninja in training, or you’re a bit more of a master. Can you beat the wall?
There are two things Sheffield is world famous for: our greenspace, and our beer. We thought it was worth celebrating this by giving you some top places to run, walk or ride AND find a proper pub to start, end, or break up your adventure.
Get ready for a blast of endless excitement at Funstation! Dive into a world where carnival thrills meet video game spills, creating a whirlwind of fun for everyone!
Sheffield has been successfully awarded the full amount requested from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund, with £20m allocated to redeveloping historic Castlegate, as well as £17m for investment in Attercliffe.
This giant bouncy warehouse playground is literally wall-to-wall trampolines, so you can bounce and boing to your heart’s content.
Welcome to Sheffield's AXE-citing yet slightly crazy leisure activity ... Urban Axe Throwing, yes really you read that right...AXES!!! Ever played darts? Who hasn't right? Well this is darts but with axes. Great fun for nights out, stag & hen parties, celebrations or team bonding sessions. Based only a few short minutes away from Kelham Island, it's an ideal location for a night on the town.
Yard Ball is a unique and fun football nostalgia experience in Sheffield (aka the home of football). A series of quirky challenges await visitors, where Yard Ball's owners have recreated the streets on which they played football growing up in the 80s and 90s.
Encounter the exotic and discover a wild family day out at the Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre. Meet lemurs, meerkats, owls, otters, snakes, and other amazing animals during unforgettable animal encounters throughout the day.
Top Forge is a Water Powered Heavy Iron Forge whose history can be traced back to at least 1640. Exhibits at Top Forge include the original water wheels and water-powered drop hammers within the original Forge building which is progressively being restored to 1900s condition. All three Water Wheels can be run subject to the conditions.
2024 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun.
Easily accessible from over the Supertram bridge at Park Square roundabout, or out the rear entrance of the train station, in South Street Park, it has fantastic views across to the city centre, and has been used for performances, screenings and installations.
Gulliver's Valley has over 30 rides and attractions to enjoy across multiple themed areas in addition to Voyagers' Village, which hosts a fantastic selection of themed accommodation units.
Endcliffe Park is a large park and popular family visitor destination in Sheffield. Comprising parkland as well as woodland, is the first in a series of parks and green spaces, known collectively as Porter Valley Parks, which you can follow all the way out to Peak District.
2025 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
Sheffield Lyceum's 2025 spectacular, fun-filled, family pantomime will be... Aladdin! Panto legend Damian Williams will return for his 18th year. Aladdin will run from 5 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.
If you're in need of ideas to keep the kids entertained, Our Favourite Places have pulled together their cultural holiday highlights for a creative summer in Sheffield.
Sheffield's biggest park in the South West of the city, Graves Park is made up from a mixture of open greenspace and woodland, and boasts lots of facilities for visitors including a cafe, two children's playgrounds and Graves Park Animal Farm.
Magna, the UK's 1st science adventure centre is set in the Templeborough steelworks in Rotherham.
The Abbeydale Picture House is an incredible, faience tile-clad 1920s cinema that sits on the apex of Abbeydale Road in Sheffield.
Forget everything you thought you knew about bowling alleys, because Lane7 Sheffield is different! Centrally located, expect ten-pin bowling, ping-pong, darts, arcade games and American pool, in an unrivalled atmosphere, while Fat Hippo serve up some of the tastiest burgers around.
The Great Escape Game is your premier destination for thrilling and immersive escape room experiences in Sheffield. Get ready to unleash your imagination and dive head first into an alternate reality where every twist and turn will keep you enthralled until the very end.
Air Haus Sheffield is the UK's first inflatable indoor park, based at Meadowhall. With fast-paced tech games to extensive sensory experiences, there’s something for all ages and abilities.
Get ready for an interactive, puzzle-filled tour with this Outdoor Escape Game in Sheffield – Murder on the Don.
Learn what it was like to live and work in Sheffield during the Industrial Revolution and see how steelmaking forged the city.
The Park was given to the people of Sheffield by Mark Firth in 1875, and opened by the Prince and Princess of Wales. The Park is held in trust by the City Council for the residents and visitors of the city to enjoy.
The city's amazing collections of beautiful, varied & unusual treasures are brought to life through fascinating histories, incredible facts and hands-on interactives.
The museum is located in one of Yorkshires first purpose built combined Police, Fire and Ambulance Stations dating back to 1898. This amazing building houses over 45 vehicles relating to the worlds Emergency Services from Horse Drawn Fire Engines to Ambulances and from Police Cars to Mines Rescue.
A unique inner-city green space consisting of 28 hectares of Grade II* listed historic parkland with some amazing view over Sheffield's city centre and beyond.
The Art House Charity provides a range of pottery and art courses and workshops with two Galleries plus spaces to rent. They also deliver Well-being Creative Classes for people needing support in the community.
The Barn is open, with a fantastic Cafe and Shop that make the most of everything the Farm produces. It doesn't get more local than this!
The home of independent cinema in Sheffield, The Showroom are committed to providing a diverse range of films and related activity for Sheffield and the surrounding region. They host high profile film festivals throughout the year, including the world famous DocFest and Sheffield's very own Adventure Film Festival (ShAFF).
Delighting locals with their artisanal ice cream since 2007! Come up to the farm and enjoy an ice cream in their parlour or grab one of their bright pink benches outside and enjoy the stunning views looking out across Sheffield.
See Sheffield’s knife grinding history brought to life at Shepherd Wheel Workshop.
Pond’s Forge International Sports Centre is one of the premier sports and leisure centres in the country, boasting a wide variety of facilities that are perfect for everyone – regardless of age or fitness level.
Abbeydale Miniature Railway aim to have at least one steam loco operating as well as 'diesels'. Light refreshments, ice cream, souvenirs etc. are usually on sale.
Hillsborough Park is located approximately 3 miles north-west of Sheffield City Centre. The park features sports facilities, a children's playground and walled garden, along with a park cafe operated by Depot Bakery.
Millhouses Park is located approximately 3 miles south-west of Sheffield City Centre on Abbeydale Road South. It contains a skate park, playing fields, playground, bowls green, basketball court, boating lake and and incorporates a section of the River Sheaf corridor.
Situated close to the urban city centre, Sheffield Botanical Gardens were opened in 1836 and now cover 19 acres on a south-west sloping site. The Gardens are listed by English Heritage as a Grade II site of special historic and architectural interest.
The UK's national cultural centre for videogames, The National Videogame Museum is on a mission to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret videogames for everyone. With over 100 playable exhibits, it's also a lot of fun!
Grey to Green is an award-winning scheme bringing colour and sustainability to inner-city Sheffield. The UK’s longest ‘green street’ and largest retrofit sustainable urban drainage scheme, it offers a calming refuge in an urban environment while encouraging cycling and walking too.
The Five Weirs Canal Walk is a surfaced path and cycleway, stretching for 7.5 km along the River Don and passing the five historic weirs from which it takes its name.
Pound’s Park, named after Sheffield’s first Chief Fire Officer, Superintendent John Charles Pound, is hugely popular spot for everyone in the city to relax and for children to play.
Come along for a wild time at Simba's Jungle Jam - a Lion King Toddler Session filled with music, games, and fun!
Get ready for a fun-filled Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt event where you can search for colourful eggs and meet the Easter Bunny!
Coming to Sheffield's Ponds Forge International Centre on Saturday 22 March, this will be a great day for families, sci-fi collectors, fans, and every other kind of Comic Con Fan!
Come along to Cutlery Works for a fun day of free Easter crafts for the kids!
Come along for a fun morning of screen printing May the Fourth posters for kids!
Come along for a super fun Kids' Free Pokemon Party where your little trainers can catch 'em all and enjoy Pokemon-themed games and activities!
From world-class theatre and family-friendly museums to great outdoor adventures, there’s so much to do and see in Sheffield.
Ecclesall Woods is an ancient woodland in south-west Sheffield, between Abbeydale Road South and Ecclesall. The largest ancient woodland in South Yorkshire, it covers approximately 350 acres of mature semi-natural deciduous woodland, and is home to The J.G Graves Woodland Discovery Centre along with a small café.
The Stoneface Creative Woodland Gallery is Sheffields very own sculpture park. This one of a kind gallery showcases a wide variety of sculpture by well known Sheffield artist Andrew Vickers.
Sheffield City Hall is a beautiful and historic building that plays host to all number of events, performances, concerts, conferences and festivals.
Wherever you want to rest, you'll find it here in Sheffield. From four star hotels and family run B&Bs to homely self-catering cottages or caravan sites, you'll find accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets.
Autumn Lights returns to Don Valley Bowl for their fireworks fiesta on Bonfire Night Wednesday 5 November. Alongside Sheffield's biggest fireworks display, there will live music, DJ, fire/ light performers, laser shows, fun fair and street food.
Back for another year, The Moor Sheffield will be hosting their 999 Fun Day in association with the National Emergency Services Museum
Sheffield’s Festival of Sci-fi, Magic and Halloween! Out of this World is a FREE family event celebrating all things otherworldly and taking place across various outdoor locations in Sheffield City Centre,
A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too!
Housing an exciting variety of inspiring world food vendors under one roof, Cambridge Street Collective promises a truly unique food hall experience in Sheffield, with 20 independent food partners.
The newest chapter in Sheffield’s story as a thriving food destination – this venue is way more than just another food hall, complete with dedicated BBQ, sushi and counter-top dining spaces, four vibrant bars, AR Darts, children's play area and outdoor rooftop terraces, while also incorporating a cookery school and community kitchen.
Where's good to eat, drink, relax, catch some culture or discover some nature? We thought we'd save you the hassle of lots of internet searches by giving you some suggestions for inclusive, family friendly ways of spending your time in Sheffield, The Outdoor City.
Prepare to be amazed as Sheffield's Weston Park May Fayre returns for a day full of FREE family fun on Sunday 18 May, with fun fair, circus acts, comedy, live music, food stalls and more.
A wizard themed cafe, full of magic, fun and frolics for all the family. Activities, games, events and parties are all a constant, and it's often full of budding magicians so book yourself a place before you go!
Established in 1999, BB's are a family-run restaurant that provides an authentic dining experience for true lovers of Italian cuisine.
Dough Truck Pizza are an independent, family-run Neapolitan Pizzeria. Whether you want to dine-in or takeaway, it’ll be delicious.
Specialising in Sardinian soul food in the heart of Little Kelham, this family run gem delivers an authentic and vast variety of dishes. A beautiful outside seating area is perfect for aperitivos in the sun.
With support from the UKSPF Low Carbon Project, Barkers Furniture received a £19,000 grant for solar panels and ceiling insulation to help regulate the showrooms temperature efficiently and to reduce their carbon footprint. Hear more about their journey and the Low Carbon Project in the video.
Kringle is a traditional Danish and family-run bakery with two sites in Sheffield, with one at Bents Green and another in Hillsborough, near to Hillsborough Park.
An experienced, long-established family-run antique furniture shop full of antiques, vintage and retro items on Abbeydale Road in the Sheffield Antiques Quarter.
Located in the heart of the city on Division Street, Pieminister is the place to go for award-winning pies in Sheffield. The pies are made with ethically sourced ingredients such as free-range British meat and artisan cheeses. There’s also plenty of pie choice for vegetarians and vegans - and for those on a gluten-free diet there’s a dedicated GF menu starring three delicious gluten-free pies. There’s a fun menu for kids too, so there's something for the whole family.
With freshly prepared and great tasting burritos, tacos, quesadillas and more, this is a family run Mexican street food outlet passionate about providing a healthy fast food alternative.
Family run, this authentic and award winning restaurant is full of passion for great food, wine and hospitality. The truly elegant surroundings offer a true taste of Italy, delivered with love by Ester and Saverio.
If you’re after some tasty Neapolitan-inspired fare, this friendly, family-run café brings a true taste of Naples to the city centre, serving sumptuous pastries, panini, bruschetta, cake and coffee.
Paesani, meaning "people from the same place", is a Crookes' Family-run casual Italian restaurant. With a Wood fired pizza oven for all your pizza cravings and Pucce aka Apulian panini made of pizza dough.
Gatling Guitars is an independent family run guitar shop offering a no rush friendly service, stocking brands that are the best instruments you can buy, alongside custom instruments.
Loadbrook Cottages is a late 18th century farmhouse and farm workers cottages on the Yorkshire / Derbyshire border - close to Sheffield in a beautiful rural setting in the Peak District National Park.
Gigi’s Cucina is a family-run, authentic yet contemporary Italian restaurant situated in Sheffield. Just a stones throw from Ecclesall Road with abundant parking, Gigi’s is part of the local community. Their philosophy is to be relaxed with a touch of sophistication, whilst serving quality, affordable food.
Set over two floors, Piccolos is a quality, authentic family run restaurant, established in 1998 and located on West Street in the heart of Sheffield. A cosy, intimate atmosphere prevails in the traditionally decorated dining rooms, allowing you to relax and be taken care of by staff that pride themselves on looking after customers and offering that personal touch.
JE James Cycles is an enduring, family-run cycle shop with comprehensive stock of mountain, road and BMX bikes and gear. The two stores in Sheffield have undergone a major refurbishment to ensure that customers are offered the best opportunity to find the bike, parts, accessories and services they require.
Following on from our popular ‘Attracting Customers’ Power Hour session, this fun filled hour looks at proven strategies for keeping customers loyal to your business, saving you money on constantly chasing new ones! You’ll learn simple & easily applied techniques that will keep your customers happy, guaranteeing even more success for your business.
Weston Park May Fayre is set to bring a day of free family entertainment when it returns on Sunday 22 May, with street performers, exhibitors, stalls and children’s fun fair.
Planning activities to do with the kids? The beauty of spending time in Sheffield is that family attractions, food and drink, parks and playgrounds are all close to one another.
Over the last year (and despite the pandemic) Hillsborough has seen an influx of exciting new independent businesses, bringing a fresher feel and attracting new visitors to this reinvigorated part of Sheffield.
Sheffield has set an ambitious target of becoming a net zero carbon city by 2030. The Sheffield Convention Bureau is here to help your meeting run in a more sustainable way, achieve your green objectives and leave a positive legacy for your delegates and residents of the city.
My Busy Box provide fun and educational projects that will help to develop the imagination of young people, teach them skills, and grow their confidence – all in one neat package.
This particular walk is a superb short stroll, suitable for families with young children (although bear in mind that it’s not pushchair friendly) or for those who are looking for a leisurely amble with a café stop en-route. It also works well as a trail run and, if you’re looking for something more challenging, it’s easy to add extra miles via exploring the myriad of paths around the Burbage moors.
Sheffield has a fantastic programme of vibrant events and festivals all year round, from international sporting fixtures and summer music festivals to world-renowned theatre and exhibitions.
Over 4 miles, the breathtaking gritstone edge of Stanage is home to some of the most famous traditional or ‘trad’ routes in the world - and it literally forms the boundary edge of Sheffield. If you wanted a single venue to capture the full gritstone climbing experience then Stanage is your place.
So you want a great weekend away with space to do your own thing. But you're always going to want somewhere great to eat, somewhere you know you'll get a good drink with a great atmosphere, and a decent place to kip. The rest is just exploration, but it's good to get the non-negotiables sorted.
Jules is the owner of Hop Hideout beer shop, as well as the founder of Sheffield Beer Week, a city-wide annual event with an independent ethos at its heart.
Don’t let the hills fool you, Sheffield is the perfect place to run. With dozens of parks and pedestrian-friendly routes around the city, as well as world-class training venues like the English Institute of Sport, the facilities in the city are second-to-none.
Sheffield is one of nine cities chosen to host games for the UEFA Women's Euro in 2022 and a major ticketing roadmap and legacy programme has been unveiled, illustrating how a record-breaking tournament has the power to inspire the next generation of players and fans.
Sheffield makes for a smart event move. Search for venues, delegate experiences and access expert advice.
This is Pete McKee's first foray into the world of augmented reality. Full of nostalgia and perfect to celebrate the football history of Sheffield, with some new characters, a dash of retro music, and a nod to the 'Soccer Kid' hit computer game developed here.
Sheffield has been chosen as the location for one of only three Gene Therapy Innovation & Manufacturing Centres to be established in the UK.
As Sheffield’s Heart of the City Project (that’s £470 million of redevelopment across the city centre) is transforming the city, several new venues are set to open their doors imminently.
Bring a little creativity to your Christmas with this Our Favourite Places guide to arts and crafts markets, workshops and events coming up in Sheffield.
Tramlines, Sheffield’s biggest city-based music festival has announced the lineup for the 2022 event at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield from 22 - 24 July, with Sam Fender, Kasabian and Madness headlining the event.
Kirsty Smitten, 28, Sheffield, awarded for founding spin-out company making first new class of antibiotics in over 35 years
The people, agencies, creatives, and the process involved to create Inspires for the city.
We have 61% greenspace here, which is the highest percentage of any city in the world. Everywhere is walkable, and 1/3 of the city is in the Peak District National Park, meaning Sheffield is a destination for boulders, climbers, MTBers and runners in its own right. But none of this excludes the culture, cuisine, nightlife and feel that you get from the country's 4th largest city. Ultimately, we think we've got the best of both worlds, smashed together in one amazing place.
The company behind some of Sheffield’s favourite food venues, The Milestone Group, has been chosen to run Cambridge Street Collective, a culturally diverse food destination that forms part of the transformative Heart of the City development programme.
Sheffield makes me cry.
Centrally located in South Yorkshire, Sheffield is the UK's greenest city, where nature and vibrant culture seamlessly intertwine. Search for things to do, places to go and find out what's on, to make the most of your visit.
Look Up is a free, immersive public art trail occupying the rooftops of four notable Sheffield buildings. It's an experience for everyone to enjoy, created by Sheffield companies, artists, studios and producers, truly showcasing what Sheffield makes.
With its scenic hills to climb – and free-wheel back down again – and its roads leading straight out to the Peak District, Sheffield is heaven-sent to the road cyclist.
Agricultural components manufacturer Chapmans has seen plenty of changes and challenges on its 30-year journey.
You don't have to go far to experience Sheffield, The Outdoor City, where nature and culture go hand in hand. Come and see what could be part of your next great weekend away.
The first ever net zero transatlantic flight will take off from the UK next year as part of a pioneering research project to fly across the pond using solely sustainable aviation fuel.
For many, the isolation and loneliness created by successive national and local lockdowns was alleviated by the pitter-patter of puppy paws, but as dog owners faced the prospect of returning to the workplace, a canine loving entrepreneur turned his passion for pooches into pounds after calling on help from Launchpad.
Sheffield Theatres have announced their landmark 50th anniversary season, including an ambitious trilogy of plays and the much anticipated return of Standing at the Sky's Edge, amongst many more exciting productions.
Do you have a big idea to jump-start productivity in your business? Maybe you can see your productivity has room to grow, but need some guidance to get there? Don’t miss the opportunity to get the help you need through the Business Productivity Programme!
Whether you’re a digital SME, artisan producer, or in the FTSE 100 you’re in good company in Sheffield. Our business community is a crucible of ideas, skills and opportunity. No matter the size of your business or ambition, there's also a whole host of FREE support services available to help you thrive here.
Sheffield Theatres has triumphed at the South Bank Sky Arts Awards, taking home the Theatre award for new musical, Standing at the Sky’s Edge. If 2020 had gone to plan, the show would've been in the middle of another run at the Crucible Theatre.
With scenic viewpoints, lush valleys, weaving waterways and ancient woodland, plus the Peak District on the doorstep, there's so much natural beauty to enjoy in Sheffield: The Outdoor City and often the best way to do this is on foot.
A former builder who dreamed of the good life has transformed the forgotten underground vaults of Kelham Island into a haven for producing organic edible produce after calling on help from Launchpad, a unique programme which provides business support to new and aspiring entrepreneurs based in the Sheffield City Region.
Anne de Buck gives her view on visiting Sheffield for the first time and taking in some of the nature and culture that is on offer here.
We offer the best of all worlds. We’re home to forward-thinking innovators, independent creatives and pioneering world-changers. We’re an ambitious, modern city that doesn’t lose sight of the important stuff, with close-knit communities alongside global opportunities. Unforgettable nights out followed by gentle walks in breathtaking green spaces. Sprawling shopping centres and proud independents. Most importantly, you’ll find yourself amongst friends in a busy university city that sets you up…