100 results for the term ‘play’
The Actors Works Play Reading: Night of the Iguana by Tennessee Williams
The Actors Works March Play Reading is Night of the Iguana by Tennessee Williams
Fawlty Towers The Play
Join Basil (Danny Bayne), the delightfully bumbling Major and Polly (Joanne Clifton), with an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the show’s unforgettable twelve episodes.
Alan Ball, business information officer
Meet Alan, one of our team of High Street specialists. He’s regularly out and about in his patches- the City Centre, City Road, Attercliffe Road, Tinsley, Page Hall, Totley and Dore.
Bluey's Big Play
Back by popular demand - Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are returning to Sheffield in the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey’s Big Play.
Edu-Play
A stay and play group for pre-school children (3-5 yrs) delivered by a qualified teacher.
Lady Canning's plantation
In the words of Sheffield’s mountain bike legend Steve Peat, "it’s an awesome ride!"
Sumo: Global player in the world of video games
Video games have a long heritage in Sheffield, from Gremlin back in the 80s to Sumo Digital today. And from its humble beginnings, Sumo Digital has grown into a world-beating, multi-award-winning studio since it was founded in 2003.
Raga pianist Utsav Lal to perform in Sheffield for Yorkshire Silent Film Festival
A trailblazer in the worlds of jazz and raga, Utsav Lal will improvise a unique live score for Carl Dreyer’s emotional masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc at the atmospheric Abbeydale Picture House in Sheffield on 15th May
Sheffield’s Business Response Group launch Business Recovery Plan
Sheffield’s Business Response Group have launched a new Business Recovery Plan that brings together civic, city and business leaders to address the impact of Covid-19 on Sheffield’s businesses and jobs.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Implementing your Plan
Marketing is like a slow-running tap filling a bucket with a small leak—it requires consistency to keep your business growing. Learn why regular, manageable marketing efforts are essential to retain customers and maintain stability, and discover practical tips for implementing a sustainable marketing plan
Sheffield Steelers v Glasgow Clan
The Sheffield Steelers play the Glasgow Clan.
Wild Play Easter Holidays
Easter Holiday Wild Play in Ecclesall Woods!
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Develop a Strategic Marketing Plan
Creating a marketing plan starts with defining SMART goals—specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Learn how to set clear objectives, choose effective strategies, and map out actionable steps for growth. This guide will help you build a customized plan to keep your business on track and moving forward.
Place Making and the Sheffield Food Connection
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.
Play Padel Sheffield
Play Padel Sheffield is South Yorkshire’s first indoor padel club, co-owned by local sporting legend and England cricketer Joe Root. The venue features four courts, a café bar, retail space, professional coaching for all levels, social sessions & events.
Grobotic Systems Case Study
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.
Sheffield wins global award for Place Brand of the Year
Sheffield's DMO, Marketing Sheffield took home the award for Place Brand of the Year for Sheffield Inspires at the 11th City Nation Place Awards (CNP Awards).
Sheffield Plate
Sheffield Plate is a foodhall specialising in hosting street food vendors with cuisine from around the world. It's slap bang in the middle of Orchard Square, in the centre of the city, and has a lively atmosphere across the 2 bars and 6 vendor spaces.
Plans for Sheffield’s historic Leah’s Yard given green light
Proposals to revive historic Leah’s Yard on Cambridge Street in Sheffield City Centre and create a social hub for creative independent businesses, have been approved by Sheffield City Council's Local Planning Authority.
Delicious Clam
Operating as a label, practice room and small gig space from their Castle Market headquarters, they fuel the fire of Sheffield’s alternative scene, and also explore new territories, from stand-up to brilliantly daft club nights.
Plot 22
Plot 22 is a grassroots music venue and studio space situated in the heart of the Castlegate district of Sheffield in the old Castle Market.
Steve Peat, MTB World Cup Champion
Despite getting to ride the world over, Sheffield is still my favourite place to ride. Why would I live anywhere else? Look at it. The people. The mountain bike scene. The trails. Sheffield is the best place in the world to ride a bike.
Chapmans Case Study
Agricultural components manufacturer Chapmans has seen plenty of changes and challenges on its 30-year journey.
Orchid show and Exotic plant fair
A feast for any fancy plant lover!
Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria
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.
Plans revealed for over £200m of investment in Sheffield's Olympic Legacy site
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.
Stowe Family Law opens an office in Sheffield
Stowe Family Law has strengthened its Yorkshire roots by opening an office in Sheffield, its eighth in the county. This takes the firm’s national presence to 23 offices, reinforcing its position as the country’s largest specialist family law practice.
Dyson Place
Dyson Place is a hidden gem, located at the very heart of Sheffield's Sharrow Vale district. Turn down into their open courtyard and you'll find a vibrant cluster of independent businesses including restaurants, bars, shops, salons and stylish boutiques.
Kollider x Barclays Eagle Lab
The highly reputable Barclays Eagle Lab network is partnered with Kollider in Sheffield's Castlegate area to create a space for businesses and ambitious entrepreneurs to scale and grow.
Collection Display: Place and Identity
See how ideas around place and identity have been explored by artists including Fay Godwin, David Hockney, Mandy Payne, Frank Auerbach, Eric Ravilious and and Kateřina Šedá.
Peak Mountaineering
Peak Mountaineering is a long established provider of the highest quality mountain training, group events, outdoor adventures and overseas expeditions.
Turtle Bay
Turtle Bay is all about celebrating the lively, colourful and delicious experiences that the Caribbean has to offer - from rich and explosive flavours to laid back ‘liming’. Food is at the heart of the Turtle Bay experience – just as it’s central to the heart and soul of Caribbean culture.
Peak Pickleball Sheffield
Peak Pickleball Sheffield brings top-tier indoor courts, beginner-friendly coaching, open play sessions, café, socials and leagues, all under one roof.
Peak Cycling UK
Peak Cycling are a small, friendly, independent cycle guiding and training company operating in the Peak District. They have an extensive knowledge of the trails, tracks and roads in the Peak District. They can take you on classic wild Mountain bike trails, quiet roads away from busy traffic, or secret gravel tracks.
Make something of yourself - a great place for a career after studying
When you study in Sheffield, there’ll be opportunities to get involved in local businesses and organisations through placements and volunteering. You’ll discover loads of opportunities in exciting industries, developing cutting-edge skills to build your future.
Peak District National Park
Right at the heart of England… The Peak District’s very special qualities are well known to the people who live in the towns and cities that surround the National Park but for visitors from further away, whether from Britain or abroad, the magic of the Peak District is just waiting to be discovered.
Peak District Outdoor Adventures
Peak District Outdoor Adventures offer free outdoor events (typically hikes and walks) in the Peak District national park.
The Millhouse Flat
The Millhouse's apartment is located in the South West of Sheffield between Broomhill and the famous Botanical Gardens. Completely renovated, the apartment offers excellent accommodation and is situated in beautifully well kept grounds very close to the university and within walking distance of the botanical gardens.
Jules Gray
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.
World’s first net zero transatlantic flight to fly from London in 2023
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.
Sheffield and Peak District Walking Group
Sheffield and Peak District Walking Group are based in Sheffield and offer professionally led walks in Sheffield and Derbyshire. The walks vary in length and although some of the walks they do are only 4 miles long, there are very few of the walks which don't have some type of challenge in them.
Stay Angels @ Blonk Street
Luxury serviced accommodation in the heart of Sheffield city centre.
A monumental year for Sheffield Music
2023 is set to be a landmark year in the city’s music history, as some of Sheffield’s best-known exports return to play historic headlining shows. Meanwhile a Sheffield-made musical has just won two Oliver awards and Sheffield's DIY music scene is also making waves in national press...
Writers Day 2026
A full day of inspiration and information about the craft and business of creative writing.
St Patrick's Day Disco
Get ready to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in true disco style. Join us for an afternoon of lively, St Patrick’s themed fun for just £5!
11 great drink, food and hotel combinations
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.
Toranj International Halal Supermarket Case Study
Mohsin Farmanieh and his wife Fatemeh opened Toranj in the Moor Market in June 2021. COVID-19 made it a challenging time to open a new business, but far from being held back, the pair were keen to expand into a high street shop front.
Sheffield’s Child Health Technology Conference builds global community
Sheffield is set to deliver an exciting follow up to the UK's first-ever Child Health Technology Conference in May 2022, with a host of international speakers set for the second edition.
PizzaExpress Sheffield - St Pauls Place
PizzaExpress believes that dining out should be one of life’s highlights. It’s why every PizzaExpress pizzeria is packed with pizzazz and only the freshest and perfectly sourced ingredients will do.
Highland Cows of the Peak
You are sure to love this unique hands-on highland cattle experiences, interacting with a pedigree fold of Highland Cows, on a traditional working farm in Sheffield.
St Patrick’s Day Comedy Club
Come along this St Patrick’s Day for an unforgettable evening of laughter and delicious cuisine at the OEC Comedy Club!
When the Day is Done: New Paintings by Ryan Mosley
This spring, the Graves Gallery welcomes the first solo exhibition by acclaimed Sheffield-based artist Ryan Mosley. When the Day is Done presents 20 of Mosley’s new works weaving together characters and place, reality and fiction, the everyday and the exotic.
New flex working facility "Landing Pad", launches at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park
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.
Mean Girls
Meet The Plastics – Regina, Gretchen and Karen. They rule North Shore High and will burn anyone who gets in their way. Home-schooled Cady Heron may think she knows a thing or two about survival of the fittest thanks to her zoologist parents, but high school is a whole new level of savage.
Whirow Brook Hall Conference Open Day
Visit Whirlow Brook Hall for their Conference Open Day! Explore the facilities, meet the team, and discover how they can help you host your next event with ease.
Pam Bowman
Principal Lecturer in Visual Communication at Sheffield Hallam University
Weston Park May Fayre
Prepare to be amazed as Sheffield's Weston Park May Fayre returns for a day full of FREE family fun on Sunday 17 May, with fun fair, circus acts, comedy, live music, food stalls and more.
Summer Holiday The Musical
Aboard a double decker bus, Don and his friends are on a fun-packed trip to Paris, The Alps, Italy and Greece, in search of a good time and a brilliant summer. On the way they encounter pop bands, runaway pops stars and of course holiday romance.
Barnum
Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights.
Parkruns in Sheffield
Sheffield has a thriving parkrun scene, with six regular weekly events in the city, plus one just over the border at Rother Valley, convenient for Sheffielders based further South East- meaning that wherever you live/stay, you’re not too far away from one of the events
Aleena Madathiparambil Saju - student at the University of Sheffield
"I’ve been to many cities around England and at the end of the day I’m always glad that I chose to study at Sheffield."
Europe's largest purpose-built food hall, Cambridge Street Collective opens in Sheffield
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.
Explore the parks of the UK's greenest city
Walk for a few minutes in any direction in Sheffield and you’ll most likely wander through at least one of its 800-plus managed greenspaces, including woodlands, parks and public gardens.
Libertine: Accelerating into a smarter future
Sheffield is now playing a part in the green energy revolution that’s gaining traction fast. As a power systems technology firm, Libertine is a key player in this rapidly changing movement.
International delegates arrive in Sheffield for the 20th European Hair Research Meeting
Sheffield plays host city from 14-16 June for the 20th European Hair Research Society Meeting, held at The University of Sheffield Diamond Building.
Gooseberry Farm Cottages
Gooseberry Farm Cottages is ideally placed at the gateway to the Peak District - with Chatworth only circa 4 miles away, yet also convenient for the the City of Sheffield, with its theatres, excellent sports and recreational facilities, restaurants and shopping.
May Fayre returns to Sheffield
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.
Back to the 80s Day Party
Step back into the 80s at this totally rad brunch featuring VHS, a live band bringing all your favourite hits from the decade of neon, synth, and big hair.
Families
Discover family-friendly things to do in Sheffield. From parks and museums to animal adventures and great food, plan your perfect family getaway today!
Walking
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.
Sheffield shortlisted for three international placemaking awards
The city has been shortlisted for three major placemaking accolades at this year's City Nation Place Awards. The transformation of a massive part of Sheffield City Centre is in the running, alongside the city’s recent brand development work, pitting Sheffield against an impressive list of other places from around the world.
UBI
A Universal Basic Income, or UBI Lab is a citizen-led group exploring and advocating for Universal Basic Income. What many people don't know - even if they might have heard about UBI as a concept - is that it is borne out of Sheffield and facilitated by the social enterprise Opus.
Smallshaw Cottages & Spa
Smallshaw Cottages & Spa are self catering cottages and an on site day spa (also open to the public as well as cottage guests) located just outside Millhouse Green overlooking the moors of the Peak District.
Ravencar Farm Bed & Breakfast
Ravencar Farm can be found nestling between the historic town of Chesterfield and the city of Sheffield on the edge of the Peak District. Ideal for visitors to the area who want the very best of town and country amenities from one base.
The Year of the Runaways
Sunjeev Sahota’s award-winning novel is adapted for the stage in this triumphant story of dignity and human spirit against all the odds.
Mountain biking
Head straight out to the UK’s only inner-city mountain bike trail at Parkwood Springs, take in some big views and berms at Lady Cannings Plantation or venture north to Sheffield's Greno Woods for some technical trails through the trees. Beyond the city boundary, a whole network of trails and bridleways will take you into the heart of the stunning Peak District National Park.
St Patrick’s Day with Mason’s Apron
Celebrate St Patrick’s Night early with a little Ceol agus Craic – the traditional Irish invitation to an evening of music, stories and good humour. That’s exactly what Mason’s Apron deliver, with a lively mix of Irish folk songs, ballads, jigs and reels,
Brigantes Orchestra - Independence Day | USA
Brigantes Orchestra takes you around the world! Last stop: America!
International Women's Day Comedy Night
Eight brilliant female comedians. Big laughs. All raising money for YWCA Yorkshire. A great night out for a great cause.
Summer Pride events in Sheffield (2024)
A round up of Pride events celebrating Sheffield's LGBTQ+ communities taking place in June and July 2024.
Sheffield Year of Beer 2026
In 2026, visitors and locals alike are invited to raise a glass to Sheffield’s vibrant brewing scene with a fantastic lineup of festivals taking place throughout the year.
Groups
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.
Daniel Ponting - Business Advisor
Are you an entrepreneur with a great idea but not sure how to turn it into a viable business? Or are you already running a business and looking for support to secure funding, scale your operations, or develop a solid plan for growth? Speak to us at Business Sheffield.
Leaf and Shoot
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.
Ferrio
Ferrio help businesses of any size and tech capability level connect their software applications and data.
The Home of Football
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.
Noughts and Crosses
This gripping Romeo and Juliet story by acclaimed writer Malorie Blackman is a captivating drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.
Othello
Shakespeare’s Othello rages to life like never before in a ‘compelling’ new production starring David Harewood OBE, Toby Jones OBE, Caitlin FitzGerald, Vinette Robinson, and Luke Treadaway.
Remember the Coal: the acclaimed musical mining show
Come and listen to the story of the mining industry, told in original folk songs and narrative
Nǎm Sông (Five Rivers)
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.
The beautiful game
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.
Chris Brush
Writer of Standing at the Sky’s Edge, a musical that tells the stories of people who live and love in a Park Hill flat over three overlapping timelines.
Finn Warman
Sheffield makes me proud to be a northerner. The things I love about Sheffield are the way people just crack on with stuff and collaborate, sharing resources and ideas.
Safe, affordable and welcoming
Us Sheffielders are known for being friendly and welcoming, making Sheffield a fantastic city to live in whilst you get to grips with student life - plus we are the UK's most affordable student city!
Sheffield comes top in TimeOut's most underrated city breaks
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.
ERF - Street Art
New street art is a fantastic way to add vibrancy to an area, showcase local artistic talent and reflect the local community. New pieces of art can be a real talking point locally (and beyond) and give a real sense of place – contributing to community enjoyment of spaces.
Street Food Guide
From juicy burgers and crispy fried chicken to burritos and bao buns, not forgetting some indulgent vegan delights too, see our guide for Sheffield’s street food highlights.
Sheffield Walking Festival
Taking place over ten days each September, the festival celebrates all sides of Sheffield with a whole host of enjoyable walks of varying lengths, with plenty to see and discover along the way. This year the festival will take place 6 - 15 September 2024.
