How Sheffield Inspires was created

The people, agencies, creatives, and the process involved to create Inspires for the city.

Cathedral Makes: Cathedral Inspired Textile Printing with Neoprene Foam Workshop with Sam Groome

Come and hand-print a tote bag or tea-towel, inspired by the amazing architecture of the Cathedral. You’ll be using neoprene foam to make a selection of stamps with which to print your designs onto fabric.

What is Sheffield Inspires?

Sheffield Inspires is the new way of talking about Sheffield, to raise the city's profile, perception, reputation - and ultimately grow the economy. you can find out more about exactly what it is, how it was made, when and where you can use it or see it, and generally be part of championing why this is such a great city.

Inspires

This is not just a place you visit - it's a city you become a part of, that becomes a part of you. Even if you've never been here. Sheffield Inspires. Always has. Always will.

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).

Hillsborough Vape Lounge Case Study

When Roger first visited Hillsborough Vape Lounge to offer his support, owner Steve Mansfield said thanks but no thanks. “Being me,” says Roger, “I said something like ‘Well, I bet you I could help make it even better!’” Later that day, Steve found himself stuck with something and decided to give Roger a call.

UKREiiF

Sheffield Inspires. Always has, always will. Find out when and where for all the Sheffield led events taking place at UKREiiF 2026.

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. 

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The art of climbing

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.