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.
As one of the craft brewing capitals of the world, there's a lot of folk in Sheffield who know a thing or two about making, selecting and drinking some of the finest brews - be they sours, stouts, IPAs, APAs or straight up bitters.
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.
National newspaper, The Sunday Times, once again released their annual guide of the best places to live in the UK and Sheffield's Nether Edge was listed as one of only eight Northern residential areas to make their 2024 list.
Sheffield is notoriously family friendly wherever you go, but there are certain things that help make as many people as possible happy - whether it's actually having high chairs, colouring activities, or decent changing facilities; or it's a place that is also run by someone with a young family, and 'gets it'. Here's our lowdown of a few tried and trusted local places to head for if you're visiting the city with your little rascals.
Sheffield boasts some fantastic taprooms and bottle shops — perfect for stocking up and taking a taste of the city's beer scene home with you.
We've put together a quick list of some of the best spots to grab a coffee in Sheffield - whether it's to sit in and soak up the ambience, or grab and go. Some of them will give you all the geeky tasting notes and perfect gram and grind ratios; others just make a damn good brew; and there are some places thrown in who specialise in non-caffeinated hot drinks, for good measure.
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.