The Garrison Hotel, featuring award-winning grounds, offers guests contemporary rooms set in a former military guardhouse. Sheffield's vibrant city centre is just two miles away.
Formerly the old boys grammar school. The Leopold Hotel is Sheffield's first luxury boutique hotel.
Located between the city and the peaks, you’ll find Jonas on the edge of the University of Sheffield’s main accommodation campus. Jonas brings together students, professionals, ramblers and everything in-between into a community of modern travellers.
The Rutland Hotel is Sheffield’s largest independent hotel and has built an outstanding reputation for personal service over the last 40 years. It is a hotel with character, comfort and style, a unique combination of traditional Victorian character and contemporary design.
Halifax Hall is a beautiful boutique hotel, located in the middle of a conservation area on the edge of the University of Sheffield’s Endcliffe Village, boasting 38 en-suite bedrooms including three suites and deluxe conferencing facilities.
The Sitwell Arms Hotel is less than one mile from J30 off the M1 motorway and is near both Sheffield and Chesterfield train stations, making an ideal location for both business and pleasure.
The Mercure Sheffield Parkway is a contemporary hotel situated 5 miles from Sheffield city centre, the hotel offers 78 contemporary guest rooms, comprehensive mini-gym, 7 meetings rooms ideal for meetings and weddings, Foundry restaurant & bar, secure free car parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
A landmark Sheffield hotel has re-opened for business
Tankersley Manor sensitively incorporates a 17th century building with modern four star facilities. Retaining many original features the hotel has tons of Yorkshire character and charm. Ideally located for exploring all aspects of South Yorkshire, the hotel is in easy reach of Yorkshire's beautiful countryside, shopping haven's and bright lights of the city centre.
The hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city within walking distance of the main shopping districts, theatres and nightlife. It is also a perfect base to visit surrounding areas such as the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales. Located only a 5 minute walk from Sheffield Railway Station and easily accessible from all the main motorways and airports in the region.
Located in the heart of Sheffield City Center, overlooking the Town Hall and Peace Gardens, Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield is a stylish addition to our city with 154 contemporary rooms, a rooftop speakeasy-style Indian restaurant and bar, flexible meeting and event spaces with an outdoor terrace.
Radisson Blu has been selected by Sheffield City Council as the preferred hotel brand for its flagship Heart of the City II hotel on Pinstone Street, overlooking the Peace Gardens.
The 4-star Mercure Sheffield St Paul's Hotel and Spa is a modern hotel, located in the heart of Sheffield, close to the Lyceum and Crucible theatres, as well as Sheffield Hallam University.
Built in 1772 and steeped in history, Aston Hall Hotel has been lovingly restored and updated with a cool, contemporary design which is high in style but has kept original features very much intact to become the luxury hotel in Sheffield. Surrounded by 55 acres of gardens and meadowland, the setting is stunning and makes a luxury, urban retreat.
The Quays Hotel is located on the beautiful Victoria Quayside. Within close proximity to all popular shopping and tourist attractions and good links to the M1.
The Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa is located in Sheffield City Centre. This luxurious hotel provides an oasis of calm and relaxation, close to the heart of a vibrant and exciting city of Sheffield.
With 154 contemporary and airy guest rooms, a rooftop speakeasy-style Indian restaurant concept and bar, six flexible meeting and event spaces with an outdoor terrace, a fully equipped fitness center, and a convenient location, the hotel is the perfect base for any stay, whether traveling on business or leisure.
Best Western Plus Mosborough Hall which exudes a superb combination of historic charm and modern luxury. Set in the quiet village of Mosborough, this 12th century manor house has ample room for conferences, weddings, and any special occasion. Still retaining its stately charm the hotel boasts a selection of 46 rooms to cover all tastes from four poster feature rooms for that special occasion to recently renovated contemporary rooms.
Following an extensive refurbishment, the team behind beloved music pub The Washington have reopened The Hallamshire Hotel on West Street.
A boutique hotel in the buzzing city centre, a place to stay near the motorway or a quaint country inn amidst rolling countryside... Wherever you want to rest, you'll find it here in Sheffield.
Boutique En-Suite Rooms located in 'The Sheffield Antiques Quarter'. The hotel has been fully refurbished to a high standard throughout and is based in a lovely quiet area in Nether Edge.
Losehill House is the perfect blend of luxurious facilities in the glorious surroundings of the Hope Valley in the Peak District. But only a few miles from Sheffield City Centre offering the best of both worlds. Take time out to enjoy all that Losehill House has to offer- spa treatment rooms, indoor heated pool, sauna and outdoor hot tub overlooking spectacular views of Win Hill.
Apartment style accommodation permanently moored in Sheffield's unique waterfront location, Victoria Quays. Houseboat Hotels offer a unique guest experience within fully equipped, static houseboats. All fully heated boats are just a 5-minute walk from Sheffield city centre.
There's a fantastic pampering spot in Sheffield, The Mercure St Pauls Hotel and Spa in the centre of Sheffield. The seven treatment rooms all await, and the lovely therapists will make you feel welcome with their treatments and gorgeous-smelling Decleor products .
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.
The Yard at St. Pauls adds more variety to your meal, offering contemporary British cuisine including quality steaks as well as the freshest and most beautifully prepared fish and seafood delicacies.
We are located at the heart of the old town centre, ideally placed to enjoy the facilities in and around Dronfield. Situated between the City of Sheffield and the Market Town of Chesterfield you will not be short of things to do. We are also just a 10 minute drive to the magnificent Peak District with its abundance of spectacular scenery, nature trails, historic buildings and tourist attractions as well as numerous villages and towns such as Bakewell and Eyam to name just two.
This upscale hotel will offer 155 guest rooms, meeting and events facilities for up to 250 delegates, a fitness centre, and a restaurant and bar, perfect for pre- and post-match get togethers.
Honey & Fig, serving up good vibes, your favourite coffees, sandwiches, corndogs and pastries.
Legends etched in the annals of rock and punk history, New Model Army return to The Leadmill for a Saturday night Sheffield headline show in October.
The Sheffield Honey Company is an award winning artisan producer of premium quality local English honey and the finest beeswax products. Available through stockist across Sheffield. See website.
Travelodge's Sheffield Central hotel is right in the heart of the city centre, directly opposite and within minutes' walk of the famous Ponds Forge International Sports Centre.
An adult only, explicitly themed indoor golf activity with bar and lounge.
Sheffield City Centre’s flagship Radisson Blu hotel, which boasts 154 rooms and a rooftop bar and restaurant, is due to open this Summer and a date has finally now announced.
The Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria in Sheffield comprises 105 bedrooms including Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms, Deluxe club, Junior Suites and 2 Suites along with the sumptuous 1862 suite, all newly refurbished in 2018 - 19 and complimentary Wifi access.
Cubley Hall has the ideal location, nestling in the Pennine green belt on the edge of the Peak District National Park yet within easy reach of all the motorway and major road networks close to Sheffield. Discovering the Peak District and 'Last of the Summer Wine country" or experiencing the delights of shopping at Meadowhall is easy. Alternatively, just meander through the surrounding countryside and unwind within the ambience of Cubley Hall's pub.
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.
Wortley Hall was the ancestral home of the Earls of Wharncliffe – the Lords of the Manor of Wortley and has a history going back 500 years. Now a hotel set in 26 acres of formal grounds and woodlands.
Sharrow Vale road is just behind Ecclesall Road which has cute little cafes including Eve kitchen which do the most amazing fresh doughnuts and then you can grab an instagrammable snack from Pom’s kitchen who specialise in vegetarian and vegan food. I love a good old brunch from Made by Jonty and during the winter I find myself picking a random flavour of hot chocolate from Pom’s kitchen (you’d be surprised how many they offer!) and taking it on a walk through Endcliffe Park or even through the…
If you are looking for City Centre living then Figtree House couldn't be better positioned for you, situated off the main streets on a cobbled lane, yet only a short stroll from the Cathedral, and the shopping precinct of Fargate.
The apartments are situated at Sheffield’s tallest building and offer unique views of the city. Right at the heart of the city, next to the town hall, the museums and the main shopping streets the location could not have been better.
It’s been a successful summer in Sheffield as we’ve hosted a number of high-profile events (the Women’s Euros being a particular highlight) and some of hotels and venues having record breaking months. Conferences have played no small part in this and the team at Conference Sheffield have had one of our busiest and most successful summers to date. Here are a few of our highlights showing why Sheffield really does make for a smart event move.
We’re really proud of our high-quality venues and hotels which offer something a bit different to the usual suspects. They all have a distinctively Sheffield flavour. With 2000 bedrooms within 10 minutes’ walk of our central venues all tastes and budgets are catered for.
An AA 4 star New Generation Novotel in the city centre, a few minutes walk from the train station, Crucible and Lyceum Theatres and Sheffield Hallam University.
Premier Inn Sheffield (Meadowhall) is in a prime position for world-class shopping at the Meadowhall shopping centre and within easy reach of all the sporting and business facilities that Sheffield has to offer.
This contemporary no-frills hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from Sheffield Arena, Ice Sheffield, and the English Institute of Sport.
A warm welcome awaits at the Dog & Partridge, an ancient inn with a history that can be traced back to the Elizabethan period.
The bedrooms are truly stunning - normal 'pub accommodation', The Florentine certainly isn't. Little luxuries all over the place, amazing beds and showers worth writing home about.
Sheffield Meadowhall hotel is right on the doorstep of Yorkshire's biggest mall, Meadowhall Shopping Centre. Big-ticket gigs at Sheffield Arena are just 10 minutes by car or taxi. Fancy some Laser Quest, adventure golf or bowling? Valley Centertainment's 10 minutes away by car.
Travelodge Sheffield Richmond hotel is in a leafy area on the edge of town, a short car ride from the heart of the city.
Days Inn By Wyndham Sheffield offers AA appointed accommodation in the heart of South Yorkshire. The hotel offers breakfast and a selection of snacks, free Wifi, free parking and a 24 hour staffed reception.
The Doubletree by Hilton Sheffield Park Hotel, is the perfect base for exploring South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire. You will receive a warm welcome and their signature freshly-baked chocolate chip cookie upon arrival and the hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Once you come through Brocco’s front door, everything feels like home. From the birds our bedrooms are named after to the Scandinavian luxe of our décor, our boutique hotel guests can sleep soundly and dine in style
A contemporary city centre hotel offering 142 stylish bedrooms just a 2 minute walk from Sheffield Cathedral Tram Stop. The hotel has free WIFI, Fitness Suite, Excellent Amenities and all rates include a Hot and Cold Breakfast. The hotel has a 24 hour snack area and bar.
Situated a 15-minute drive from Sheffield city centre, ibis budget Sheffield Arena offers bright, modern rooms, Wi-Fi access and limited parking, 24-hour front desk, and easy access to Sheffield Arena, a 3-minute walk away.
Brighton six piece Creeping Jean showcase their rip-roaring psychedelic indie sounds at Hallamshire Hotel this April.
From business trips to weekends away, you'll be all set for a great stay at the Premier Inn Sheffield City Centre (Angel Street) - within walking distance of a whole host of great shops, venues, bars, and restaurants.
Whether you're staying for business or pleasure, you'll be right in the heart of the action at Premier Inn Hotel Sheffield City Centre (St Mary's Gate).
The Psalter is a unique, luxury boutique hotel nestled in the leafy suburbs of Nether Edge. The hotel is situated close to the spectacular Peak District with connections to Sheffield city centre.
Situated in Sheffield city centre, Ibis Sheffield City is a 10-minute walk from Sheffield Railway Station and located next to Ponds Forge. Parking is available next to the hotel.
The start of the Autumn season coincides with the publication of the annual Sheffield Conference Sector Report (UKCAMS) which has revealed there was a significant increase in the amount of money visitors of conference and business events brought to the city in 2023.
DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield City, located on Bramall Lane, offers 155 guest rooms, an exciting new dining experience, and overlooks Sheffield United stadium
Brocco on the Park is an award-winning Sheffield boutique hotel and Michelin Guide-listed neighbourhood kitchen restaurant serving thoughtful, modern British seasonal food with a nod to Nordic flavours.
Fischer’s Baslow Hall, is a multiple award-winning, individual, stylish, boutique country house hotel and restaurant. An exquisite menu, impeccable service and a prestigious wine list ensure this is a place you won't forget on those special occasions.
The hotel's unique on-site restaurant and bar, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a rooftop terrace, offers picturesque views over the city's Peace Gardens and beyond, while serving flavor-packed meats, fresh naans, veggie delights, and Tandoor-smoked plates.
With William's Apartments you have the best of both worlds and more. Hotel services combined with the space and flexibility of home.
As the sun starts to shine we know that outdoors will once again become to the new indoors for meetings!
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.
Providing tropical greenery for Sheffield’s homes!
Once a utopian social housing project of the same mould as the Barbican in London, complete with its own morgue, police station and school, Urban Splash are now mid-way through their total redevelopment of one of the dominating features of the city’s skyline.
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.
Marketing Sheffield has continued to work with Haymarket Events to ensure the 2nd C&IT Northern Forum will be held in Sheffield on 28th and 29th March 2022, originally postponed from 2020 due to the pandemic. The successful joint bid with Cutlers’ Hall, The Mercure St Paul’s Hotel and Spa and The University of Sheffield will see top event planners from across the North experiencing all that Sheffield has to offer.
Neepsend Model Railway Society's annual exhibition
Sheffield has been listed at No.1 by TimeOut magazine as the most underrated city break in the UK. The feature which included 12 cities such as Glasgow, Durham, Bristol and Liverpool, sited Sheffield's affordability, travel time from London and best-of-both-worlds offer as major perks.
A raw honey boutique which sources unique varieties of raw honey locally and from around the world. From exquisite mono floral honey to delectable fusions bursting with flavour.
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.
In 2018 The Times declared Sheffield the Northern Capital of Cool. In 2022 The Observer Food Monthly awards gave 5/6 Runners Up spots across the Food and Drink categories to Sheffield establishments. So are we now the Northern Capital of Food too?
Whether he’s playing at the student music society, heading to a gig or performing at an open mic night, games design student Joel lives to the beat of the city.
Last week Sheffield played host to third National Dietetic GI Symposium, held at the Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Hotel, on Friday 18 June.
Sheffield has a number of distinct assets within the Sport, Health and Wellbeing arena and, thanks to the rich heritage in medical technology development, the city is home to one of the UK’s largest Medical Devices clusters. Our manufacturing expertise means we also have one of the largest concentrations of orthopaedic, medical device and surgical instrumentation companies in the UK.
Join in at Cutlery Works for a screen printing pop-up hosted by Noons studio!
Sheffield is the only city in the world with an Olympic Legacy Park that has not hosted the Olympics.
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.
Rails is one of the largest UK suppliers of quality new and second-hand model railway stock.
Sheffield makes for a smart event move. Search for venues, delegate experiences and access expert advice.
Sheffield will be hosting the ISU European Figure Skating Championships 2026 on the 13 - 18 January 2026.
Renishaw Park Golf Club was the brainchild of Sir George R. Sitwell Bt. In 1911 he constructed an 18 hole golf course spanning the Sheffield to Barlborough Road. The front nine holes were set in the parkland adjoining Renishaw Hall with the back nine holes alongside the River Rother.
The city’s conference team should be every event organiser’s first point of call. We know what a big deal organising an event can be. Luckily we’re a dab hand at organising the support and expertise you’ll need whether this is your first look at Sheffield or we’re welcoming you back.
Thanks to the Grey to Green project, use of meanwhile spaces, and inventive creations from markets to skateboard areas, Castlegate is seeing a total transformation.
Try out the “Total Wipeout” style Aqua Park (inflatable outdoor water assault course) in Rother Valley Country Park. Complete with huge inflatable slides, trampoline, inflatable climbing wall, runways and of course the blast bag.
Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.
In this brand new show, Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity. The Man-Wulf lays down a ferocious comedy challenge to the culturally irrelevant and physically enfeebled Lee.
In a world full of AI and Robot tech can a simple dad with slightly tight jeans stay relevant? Ancient Astronaut Theorists say yes! Rhys hopes to prove that right now a touch of very human silliness is more important than ever!?
Director, Rolls Royce University Technology Centre in Control & Systems Engineering
Discover the secrets of one of the UK’s most likeable cities – and why it might just be your ideal destination. You might be excused for thinking that we fly a little under the radar of other northern metropolises. But the city has long been quietly reinventing itself as the northern capital of cool.
Caving is an absolute favourite adventures at The Adventure Service! There’s nothing quite like squeezing through holes, scrambling over rocks, and discovering the hidden world beneath our feet.
Widely recognised as one of the best documentary festivals in the world, DocFest has been held in Sheffield annually since 1994. The festival presents a vast programme of film screenings, exhibitions, industry events and more.
‘The hospitality industry has changed greatly post-pandemic’ says Deborah Tillbrook, ‘Not only did Covid 19 make the distribution & serving of food very different, but it also galvanised the pace of sustainability advancements within the industry.'
After his TV appearance on "The Russell Howard Hour" Andrew supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour including six straight shows at The London Palladium. He has also recently supported Troy Hawke and at The UK Comedy Awards was voted “Comic’s Comic-Best Act”.
One of only a handful of UK restaurants to hold a coveted Michelin Star, Tessa Bramley's cooking is grounded in nature and evocative of the seasons. The Old Vicarage is a delightful old Country house offering a comfortable and homely atmosphere, with gastronomy and service to the highest standard.
Corporation is one of the top 3 live band venue and alternative music nightclubs in the UK and they’ve been generally gnawing at the coat tails of the establishment since 1997. Having been voted into the top 3 Rock Clubs in the UK by Kerrang and having won Best Club Night in the UK, for DROP on Friday nights in Metal Hammer.
Ecclesall Road offers a three mile stretch of restaurants, coffee houses, pubs, bars and shops. Running parallel is the shorter but equally vibrant, Sharrow Vale Road.
The Sausage and Cider Festival will be returning to Sheffield for a huge outdoor festival hosted in Don Valley Bowl on Saturday 7 June, bringing together great food, refreshing drinks, and live entertainment.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced her biggest ever UK headline tour in May and June 2025. Kicking off in Glasgow on 24th May and taking in 15-cities in total including Sheffield, Newcastle, Cardiff and Bristol, the tour culminates at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London.
Whether it's a special romantic occasion or you just simply want to explore somewhere new, there's lots to enjoy with your favourite person in Sheffield, The Outdoor City.
Get Together - as the name suggests - is a friendly affair. It's about having a great time discovering new music whilst meeting some great people, and also getting to have some tasty food and drink from local producers while you're at it. It's about ditching the attitude that can come with music sometimes, about letting yourself go, and coming together at the same time.
Seriously crazy golf with 18 holes surrounded by bespoke street art, complete with DJs, cocktails and street food. Inspired by pop culture, Gold Fang's courses are built into an array of weird and wonderful designs, such as buses, shop fronts, film sets and tv studios.
Lees Hall Golf Club was established in 1907 as a 9 hole course, increasing to 18 holes in 1911. The 18 hole parkland layout which has stunning views over almost the whole of Sheffield was designed by Alex Herd, the Open Champion of 1902.
Tinsley Park Golf Course, a historic municipal course nestled in Sheffield, England, offers a diverse golfing experience. Established in 1906, this 6,336-yard, par-72 course features a captivating array of holes designed to challenge golfers of all skill levels.
At a time when many businesses are feeling the impact of the pandemic, Vivid – the establish Sheffield-based integrated brand and marketing agency – is building its team with a new Performance Marketing function. The move puts the agency, says founder and managing director Gerry Arcari, in a position to offer clients a truly integrated, results-driven service that is designed to perform.
Sheffield City Centre is undergoing significant change.With so much regeneration happening, it can be hard to keep up with all of the exciting developments, so here you'll find the latest news of what’s new and what's happening next.
The Washington is one of the spiritual homes of Sheffield’s music scene. Through the years they’ve all passed through; drinking, performing and perhaps even working behind the bar. From the glory years of The Limit when Pulp would meet there, to intimate gigs from Wet Nuns, The Washington has seen it all - and you will too if you visit.
Four specially designed tote bags encouraging people in Sheffield to shop local will be available from a selection of independent retailers across the city.
A walk through centuries of Sheffield history – from the middle ages to the modern, via the Tudors, Victorians and two world wars.
The most phenomenal charity show in Sheffield ‘Simply The Best’ is back for 2025 for ‘The Final Ovation!’ The event hosted by BB with love in association with Weston Park Cancer Charity will come to the prestigious Sheffield City Hall for it’s ultimate finale performance on Saturday 4th October 2025 with more glitz and glamour than ever before!
The annual beer and cider festival hosted by the Campaign for Real Ale in Sheffield, offers a massive selection of the best beer, cider and perry, plus live music and street food. They'll be back at Kelham Island Museum again 15 - 18 October.
Art in the Aisles is in it's second year after a hugely succesful and fun time last year. Hosted by Walkley Events Collective and bringing together over 30 talented Sheffield Artists under one Steeple. This event is coinciding with Open Up Sheffield.
The best of our independent scene! From food halls to fine dining, street food to cosy cafes, across the city you'll be spoilt for choice.
Sheffield is located in South Yorkshire at the very heart of the UK. The city's central location also puts it at heart of the UK's major rail and road networks, meaning it's easy to get to and is around 1 hours’ drive from 3 international airports.
The true story of Jamie Campbell is one that is completely intertwined with Sheffield, and one that we are incredibly proud to tell as a city because it reflects the values of inclusivity and diversity that we want to champion.
The Cross Scythes is a well loved pub with locals (and has won several awards) but is also an ideal spot for exploring the Peak District as it sits literally right on the edge of Blackamoor and the city, and they have a few homely rooms that you can spend a few nights in. Local beer, a varied and accommodating menu and plenty of space make it a great choice for groups and families.
The Leadmill is Sheffield’s longest running live music venue and nightclub. It first opened its doors in 1980 and has been a creative hub in Sheffield for nearly 40 years, home to live music, club events, theatre, comedy & film screenings.
Are you considering a website for your business but don’t know where to start? Join our "Beginners Website Course for Start-ups - Part 1" to get a solid foundation. Course Highlights: Understanding Website Business Models: Learn about different types of websites and choose the right model for your business.
The global electronic music scene was valued at $11.8b in 2023, projected to rise to $24.5 by 2032. The influence of electronic music on popular culture in the UK has been well documented to have been inspired by Sheffield in the late 70s and early 80s, and still today Sheffield artists, performers, producers and festivals are at the forefront of pioneering how the industry develops and people hear new sounds and have unforgettable experiences.
A sustainable and commercial business model, they provide power to over 100,000 people with bases in Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Nigeria. They expect to reach one million customers within the next three years.
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 Arena in the Attercliffe area of Sheffield hosts the worlds most legendary musical superstars & the world's biggest sporting greats, from trophy winning Sheffield Steelers to boxing world title fights and music performers like Katy Perry and Oasis. The Arena has also hosted some more unusual events, from the likes of Cybermen marching through the audience at Doctor Who The Live Tour to 20 life-sized dinosaurs roaming the Arena floor in Walking With Dinosaurs.
Music in the Round and Ensemble 360 host an annual Festival each May in the Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse and other venues around the city to present informal and inventive performances of classical and modern classical music.
Consultant Paediatric Pathologist at Sheffield Children’s Hospital
Subject Group Leader for Food and Nutrition and Principal Lecturer in Nutrition
Christine Le Maitre, Professor of Musculoskeletal Cell Biology and Tissue Regeneration
Consistently cool! Sheffield's Kelham Island district has been in the press once again, having been named amongst the coolest neighborhoods in Britain according to The Telegraph.
An annual ranking of the Top 25 Cities in the UK (outside of London) for starting a business, the Startups Cities Index is the most exhaustive research project of its kind. Sheffield was revealed as the ultimate winner, thanks to the city’s strong performance across business support, talent attraction, low cost of living, large working population and fantastic transport links.
Professor of Politics at the University of Sheffield
Kirsty Smitten, 28, Sheffield, awarded for founding spin-out company making first new class of antibiotics in over 35 years
Innovative, green and a brilliant place to live, work and invest! Team Sheffield will be talking housing, culture and transport infrastructure at this year's UKREIIF. Find out more about the exciting developments in our city.
On the first two weekend of May each year, Open Up gives people the opportunity to visit artists, creatives, studios and inventive people at the places where they work in neighbourhoods across the city and beyond.
Sheffield will be front and centre of the biggest women’s European sport event in history after being hand-picked as one of nine host cities for the hotly-anticipated UEFA Women’s EURO 2022.
Created by artist Alex Chinneck, the impressive canal boat sculpture named 'The Industry' has been unveiled to celebrate Sheffield's historic waterways and industrial heritage.
Is Sheffield the UK’s most exciting food city? Quite possibly, as an increasing number of the city’s restaurants and bars have been popping up in national listings and awards. Here we take a look at those attracting the attention...
Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region is now home to 58 breweries, more per head of population than anywhere else in the country, producing around 1,800 different beers every year.
The Sheffield Rules inspired the modern game, the World's First Football Club is still here, along with the World's Oldest Ground, and the World's Oldest Cup Match. It's certainly no overstatement to say that Sheffield helped shape the most popular sport in the world as we know it today.
The spirit of independent brewing in this nation has been shaped by Sheffield, inspiring a movement that has given us one of the best reputations in the world, for a sector that is also worth £1.8 billion to the UK.
Director of the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre
Fancy seeing how Yorkshire’s first bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker, take cacao from around the globe and turn it into award-winning chocolate? Join Bullion Chocolate for a tour and tasting at their new Chocolate Factory in Sheffield.
Matt moved to Sheffield in 1998 for a degree at Sheffield Hallam University and fell in love with the city.
Sheffield inspires the development of one of the fastest growing sports in the world. From the roots of UK rock climbing in the 1880s, through to creating the routes for the inaugural climbing event at the Olympic Games 2020. We are 'home' for the originators of the sport, current Team GB Climbing athletes, designers and manufacturers, making us the Climbing Capital of the UK.
Sheffield makes me want to shape the future for children.
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.
The Sheffield tech ecosystem has developed significantly over the last few years with more tech businesses relocating and scaling in the city - in fact, in 2022 Startups has ranked us the best city in the UK to start a business.
Having been named one of the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world by TimeOut last year, Sheffield's Kelham Island continues to attract more positive press, as The Sunday Times has now named it one of their Best Places to Live in the UK in their 2023 guide.
Sheffield is ranked as the best UK city in which to start a business, the UK's greenest city, Europe's second best city break, and the UK's foodie hotspot... so it's worth making any excuse to come for a city break! Whether you're a speaker or a delegate at a conference here, own your own business and want to locate somewhere with the amazing access to talent we have from two world-class Universities, or Sheffield is en-route or close by another business location - make sure you pay us a visit…
As the hospitality scene has gone from strength to strength in Kelham Island, more retail too is now also beginning to pop up across the district.
The vibrant mural painted by artist Peachzz overlooks Pound's Park in Sheffield City Centre and was unveiled back in June last year to much praise by Sheffielders. It has now been ranked as 2nd Best in the World by online street art community, Street Art Cities.
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.
A new major contemporary artwork is set to be installed along the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal this September, as international artist Alex Chinneck unveils an impressive looping canal boat structure measuring 13 metres long and six metres high.
Sustainable aviation fuels which will reduce the carbon emissions associated with flying will be driven by a new partnership between Boeing and the University of Sheffield. The leading aerospace company has signed a new research partnership with the University, becoming the founding member of the Energy Innovation Centre, a new Research & Development scheme to develop new low carbon technologies.
Established in 2017, the Sheffield Property Association is an independent association of significant land owning and development businesses in the city of Sheffield, who along with a wide range of professional organisations, are helping create and support the continued improvement of the city’s built environment. The Association’s members represent over 20,000 jobs and £4bn in assets.
Just as we were (and still are) a trailblazer in industry and modern manufacturing, shaping how the world makes products, Sheffield is now also doing the same in the world of health tech - especially for young people.
Your next weekend away? Make the most of your time and combine the great outdoors with bustling suburbs, foodie delights, world class theatre and more in Sheffield.
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.
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!
Sheffield street artist Peachzz has completed a new large-scale wildlife mural on the side of the Cubo building, overlooking Pound’s Park in Sheffield City Centre.
A Taste of Sheffield and the History and Brunch Tour will take guests on a guided walking tour of the Sheffield City Centre, incorporating food, drink, local history and culture along the way.
Based on eight years of research into insect brains by Sheffield University’s Professor Marshall and Dr Cope, Opteran was then launched in 2020 as a spin-out from the university’s Department of Computer Science.
Stage 2 of the 2014 Tour de France Grand Départ raced into Sheffield, along winding country roads, up infamous Sheffield hills and through the city’s streets. Retrace the route and give it a go!
The Eastern Moors circuit has spectacular views with downhill sections that are fast and flowing - but it is suitable for all abilities.
A story of transformation and success for a place once dubbed 'The Worst Estate In Britain', Green Estate CIC is a not for profit organisation which has been working to improve the quality of life in the Manor Ward of Sheffield since 1998.
Also known as the Sheffield Antiques Quarter, the area along and around Abbeydale Road houses a diverse selection of quirky independents, and continues over into Nether Edge.
What is ‘Place Making’ and why should it matter? Place making is all about turning spaces into places people feel proud of and part of every day.
A brand new flex workspace facility aimed at start-up and scale-up businesses within the sports, health and wellbeing sectors, has officially been launched at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park.
The Economic Recovery Fund (ERF) is a unique, innovative grant fund that aims to support local economic recovery in local high streets by empowering local groups of businesses to implement changes themselves.
The Nuclear AMRC will work with Rolls-Royce on the next phase of its small modular reactor (SMR) development programme, for which the government has confirmed £210 million of funding.
A new online marketplace has been launched by This Is Sheffield to support the city’s independent businesses and to encourage people to shop local by providing an easy collective platform.
ITM Power partnered with The University of Sheffield – world renowned for its expertise in energy innovation – to plan and fund a National Hydrogen Research Innovation and Skills Centre. It’s here they’ll research the safe and efficient manufacturing of hydrogen using low or zero carbon sources of energy.
Sheffield's Ecclesall Road is a vibrant 3.6-mile stretch of restaurants, coffee houses, pubs, bars and shops. Intermingled with some familiar brands of restaurants and fast food outlets, you’ll also find a wealth of unique independent businesses worth perusing.
Connecting the Heart of the City to Castlegate, Fargate is one of the most important areas of the city. It’s time to revitalise it and make it the destination Sheffield deserves.
Consultant Gastroenterologist and Professor of Gastroenterology
One of the principal concerns many students have about university is whether university is an affordable option for them. Whilst money worries are an understandable concern, Sheffield can be a great place for low cost student living!
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.
A young entrepreneur is lighting up a bright new future for himself after sniffing out an opportunity to apply his creative flair to the age-old tradition of candle making by capturing the spirit of Sheffield in wax form.
From apprentice right through to post graduate, the fact that two world-class Universities are based right here in the centre of the city means you're right in the mix with some of the best brains.
Acclaimed concert pianist Imogen Cooper to headline 2021 concert season at the University of Sheffield in November.
Planning applications were submitted by the developer Urbo at the beginning of March for 368 high quality apartments, 100,000 sq ft of grade A offices and two new attractive public squares.
If you’re a business that needs to quickly get up to speed with online selling, you may be interested in a FREE selling programme currently on offer by Shelton Associates.
Sheffield has been chosen as the location for one of only three Gene Therapy Innovation & Manufacturing Centres to be established in the UK.
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.
The Sheffield Theatres production, which recently wrapped a sold out 6-week run at the National Theatre, won the awards for ‘Best New Musical’ while Sheffield singer-songwriter, Richard Hawley and Tom Deering won ‘Best Original Score and New Orchestrations'.
Sheffield has ranked joint 7th most popular English city for international association conferences in the International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) annual Country and City Rankings, and 12th in the list of UK cities.
A Sheffield based entrepreneur who brought a vision of Vietnam to the city is thriving after securing financial and business support from two City Region initiatives designed to support new and existing entrepreneurs.
Alexis Moschopoulos came up with the idea for Grobotic Systems as an academic in the field of plant science. He felt the that the expensive and inefficient equipment he had to use to grow plants for experiments was holding back progress in his field. After several years of discussion and experimentation with his friend Richard Banks, an electronics engineer and maker, the pair founded Grobotic Systems in 2018.
Whether you're a beginner looking to get into the sport from scratch or a budding enthusiast looking to move here to get a bit more work/life balance, here's some inspiration to whet your appetite whilst you're in The Outdoor City.
Kelham Island was named as one of the world's 51 coolest neighbourhoods in 2022 by Time Out. Once the beating heart of industry, Kelham Island is one of Sheffield’s oldest manufacturing sites, except nowadays these buildings house everything from indie shopping arcades to microbreweries and galleries.
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.
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…
The Sheffield Business Awards return on the Thursday 9 December and the 2021 Shortlist has now been announced.
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.
Sheffield has won the bid to host the annual International Stillbirth Alliance conference which will see 300 delegates from all over the world gather in the city across three days, 30 June - 2 July 2023.
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.
Liam has been embedded into the musical fabric of Sheffield since he arrived in the city in 1991.
Sheffield actually has more than 800 managed green spaces across 4,000 hectares within the city boundary. With so much on offer, we wanted to create something to help demonstrate how accessible greenspaces are in The Outdoor City and so we commissioned a ‘Greenground Map’ from designer Helen Ilus.
A new centre that will lead research, innovation and commercial testing of sustainable aviation fuels - the first of its kind in Europe - is to be built by the University of Sheffield.
The moorland in and around south-western Sheffield acts as a link between the city itself and the wider Peak District National Park. Much of this vast space, that lies within the city boundary, is in public or charitable ownership and as such is accessible and well-maintained and has vast species of flora and fauna, including red deer.
Sheffield’s authentic and independent spirit is reflected in its retail and there are several areas of the city where clusters of independent shops have grown to become quirky shopping districts in their own right.
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.
A University of Sheffield spin-out company has secured major investment from leading deep tech investors to bring its high-performance infrared sensors to the mass market.
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
An engineer with a lifelong love of flying is spreading his wings into the world of business, after stepping in to secure the future of Britain’s only hang glider manufacturer.
Every different type of business has its own favoured route for presenting itself in the best light. Whereas traditional retailers might spend hours crafting the perfect ‘shop window display’ or product brochure, in the digital era, attention and resources are lavished on perfecting websites or indeed carefully curating an Instagram feed with on-brand imagery.
Whatever your business, Invest Sheffield is here to help get you connected to the right communities and organisations. From finding spaces for businesses to assisting with planning queries, supply chain links, recruitment, grant support and more.
Panto. Dazzling dance. Glittery comedy cabarets. And the return of Crucible Christmas musical. It can only be December in Sheffield theatreland.
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.
Major new health care, regeneration and sporting projects totalling more than £200m – including a National Centre for Child Health Technology and ground-breaking diagnostic imagery research hub – are set to place Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park at the heart of the nation’s future health.
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.
Discover what Sheffield is all about when it comes to nightlife, from clubs and venues to late bars and hangout spaces.
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.
Inventive solutions to global issues across advanced manufacturing, engineering, digital and tech, health and wellbeing and energy.
When most people think Sheffield and football, their first thoughts are probably towards the city’s two current biggest clubs, Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday, little do they know the city’s crucial role in establishing this international sport, which is now played and adored around the globe.
An aspiring entrepreneur who turned his back on a lucrative career in software development in a bid to do his bit for the environment has embarked upon a one man mission to transform the way we purchase everyday goods by banning plastic packaging from his eco-friendly shop.
The UK's greenest city, where nature and culture intertwine. The historic Peak District National Park and and spiritual home of the country's climbing scene, with downhill mountain biking, road cycling and a hive of activity for kayakers, walkers and runners of all ability.
If you’re experiencing our city for the first time and are interested in exploring a little beyond the Crucible, we’ve pulled together some top tips to help with that.
You'll find an ever expanding value chain which is delivering specialist training to support growth in the sector, and a thriving network of over 100 companies, incubators and organisations; all of which make-up our digital media and technology ecosystem.
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.
There are few cities in the world as synonymous with electronic music as Sheffield. For half a century the city has been producing a steady stream of game-changing music that has gone on to impact and shape the way electronic music sounds all across the world.
A brilliant city for that long-needed weekend away with your mates, Sheffield's size means there's loads to go at, but it's not so big that getting around becomes a mission - plus as The Outdoor City there's tonnes of adventure to be had.