100 results for the term ‘a green’
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.
Grey to Green
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.
Manjit Sareen
Sheffield makes me feel like a part of an amazing community with lots of great energy.
Reef
Reef play live at Electric Studio with Gorilla Riot in support.
Green and sustainable meetings
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.
Erig the Earwig Free Bug Hunt and Art Show in the Winter Garden
Join the fun at Sheffield Winter Garden with a free bug hunt, art show and free lucky dip inspired by the multi-award-winning Erig the Earwig children's books.
Olive Greek Food
Welcome to Olive Greek Food, a family-run Greek restaurant, where you can experience a culinary journey filled with authentic flavours, warm hospitality, and a true taste of Greece.
Diavazo Greek Books
Diavazo Greek Books has a hand-picked selection of books that represent an organically ever-growing variety of books in Greek or/and about Greece and is a bookshop created by booklovers for booklovers.
Autumn walks in the UK City with more trees than people
Sheffield has the highest number of trees per person than any other city in Europe and so, there are some impressive natural displays in city through the seasons, especially during the autumnal months of the year.
The Green Room
One of Sheffield's many independent bars on Division Street in the centre of town, The Green Room is a weekend staple but with plenty happening in the week too. Great drinks, food and music, in a laid back atmosphere.
Finkle Green Bed and Breakfast
Finkle Green is a newly renovated single storey stone cottage, with panoramic views of the Pennine Lowlands and a short walk from Wortley Village. It has 4 ensuite bedrooms, offering a hearty Yorkshire breakfast and with many local attractions nearby
Sheffield to be home to pioneering gene therapy centre
Sheffield has been chosen as the location for one of only three Gene Therapy Innovation & Manufacturing Centres to be established in the UK.
The Green Shop
At the Green shop they pride themselves on providing produce of the highest quality and value. If you are looking for fine wine, spirits and ales, freshly ground barista coffee, sweet and savoury pastries, locally sourced and everyday essentials they will have everything you need.
Game On with these great bars in Sheffield
If you're looking for a fun night out with friends, Sheffield has a great variety of activity bars to keep you thoroughly entertained. From seriously crazy indoor golf, to shuffle board, bowling and board games- you will definitely not be bored!
The Winter Garden and Peace Gardens
Few cities can boast a public space like Sheffield’s Winter Garden and its outdoor companion the Peace Gardens.
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.
Greno Woods
Greno Woods is an ancient woodland, rich in wildlife and full of historic interest. Covering 169 hectares, it is one of our largest reserves and offers excellent opportunities for wildlife watching, exploration and recreation.
Great things in your neighbourhood
Some heart-warming examples of how Sheffield has come together in a neighbourly way.
Tree Planting in High Hazels Park
Come along and help to plant trees in High Hazels Park.
Free Bauble Making Workshop
Get crafty and cozy at this free Bauble Making Workshop—DIY festive decorations and good vibes only! Places are limited, so book now!
Creating Greener Gardens
One day workshop learning how to create a beautiful biodiverse and sustainable garden.
Dan Wolstenholme & Irene Mabbott
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
This Is Us: A Free Community Arts Celebration and Exhibition
A free drop-in celebration of breaking, murals, giant lanterns and shadow puppets made by people across North-East Sheffield.
Sostrene Grene
Come and step into the world of cosiness and creativity at Anna and Clara’s Sheffield store filled with all sorts of interior and hobby products.
Sheffield Makers - Winter Garden
The Sheffield Makers Shop exclusively sell items by makers and artists living in Sheffield who all work together to make the shop run.
Rose Garden Cafe
Relax in the Rose Garden Cafe in Graves Park.
Introduction to Garden Design
A one day workshop learning the principles of garden design, and how to apply them to your garden
Sibelius & Grieg
Masterpieces and miniatures for strings and piano by two giants of Nordic classicism. Grieg’s Cello Sonata is a passionate, expressive, dancing work, full of sweeping melodies and stirring tension. Sibelius’s taut String Quartet broods and bristles with soulful intensity and culminates in a fiery finale.
Winter Tree Identification
Half day workshop learning how to ID trees in winter.
Sheffield Winter Garden
One of the largest temperate glasshouses to be built in the UK during the last hundred years has created a stunning green world in the heart of the city. There are more than 2,500 plants from around the world creating a superb display. The building itself is 70 metres long and 22 metres high!
Tree Planting in Hillsborough Park
Come along and help to plant some trees in Hillsborough Park.
Floral Tree Decorations Workshop
Join this fun, festive workshop to make beautiful tree decorations that you can keep or gift!
The Great Escape Sheffield
The Great Escape Game welcomes adventurers to experience a whole new format for escape game, drinking games, museum exploration and much more.
Top walk, run or rides with a great pub
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.
Bear Tree Records
Bear Tree Records is a shop in Sheffield specialising in new vinyl records. The shop opened in 2015. They stock the finest new releases and reissues as well as a small amount of quality second hand records.
The Great Escape Game
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.
Mike Joyce & Stephen Street: The Queen Is Dead 40th Anniversary
Join legendary Smiths drummer Mike Joyce and acclaimed The Queen Is Dead co-producer Stephen Street, alongside a special guest host for an insightful and joyful conversation celebrating the making and enduring legacy of this landmark album.
Great places for Craft Beer fans
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.
National Tree Week Botanical Gardens Tour
Join this walk around the Gardens and learn about some of the magnificent, rare and unusual trees.
Manor Park
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.
The Festive Feast x Great Sheffield Roast
Guests are invited to join The Great Sheffield Roast on Sunday 20 December for a special festive edition of this popular dining experience.
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.
The energy sector in Sheffield
Sheffield is a leader in low carbon, resilient energy and is well positioned to deliver the Government’s Industrial Strategy ambitions for ‘affordable energy and clean growth’ in a bid for the city region to be recognised as the ‘Green Heart of Great Britain’, of which ‘Green hydrogen’ is a key economic focus in the move towards a net-zero carbon economy.
How Everyday Skills Can Make You a Great Entrepreneur
Discover how your everyday skills—like managing finances, making decisions, and persuading others—can help you start and run a successful business. Business Sheffield’s advisors share insights into transferable skills for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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.
Greener cities
Our outdoor city is inspiring other major cities across the world, in the inclusion and development of outdoors as part of their identities, while also striving to solve climate, sustainability and nature challenges faced by the world.
The Great Beyond: After Life
Across four Sundays this December, you can catch these classic films from some of the greatest directors of all time.
The Great Beyond: Wings of Desire
Across four Sundays this December, you can catch these classic films from some of the greatest directors of all time.
Free Bauble Making Workshop
Get hands-on and make your own festive baubles to take home!
ERF - Street Scene
Street-scene improvements have proven to be immensely popular as part of ERF delivery. These enhancements range from practical additions like bins, benches, and planters to transformative elements such as parklets, shopfront upgrades, and even a green living wall - all funded through ERF support.
ITM Power: Splitting water to power machines
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 City Farms
If you're looking for a great family outing or you're just an absolute animal lover, Sheffield has some fantastic farms in and around the city, where you can visit and meet a host of furry friends.
The Great Beyond: A Matter of Life and Death
Across four Sundays this December, you can catch these classic films from some of the greatest directors of all time.
The Great Beyond: Defending Your Life
Across four Sundays this December, you can catch these classic films from some of the greatest directors of all time.
The Outdoor City for all
A list of accessible greenspaces in and around the city, so that everyone can feel able to enjoy the natural surroundings.
Container complex coming to Fargate
Sheffield City Council is working with the team from Steel Yard Kelham to create the hub which will be made out of shipping containers and feature food vendors, shops, toilets, living walls, outdoor seating and a big screen.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie
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.
Castlegate and Victoria Quays
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.
AR Dungeon Darts - The Great Escape Game
Prepare for an unparalleled adventure with Dungeon Darts, where the ancient game of darts meets cutting-edge technology in a fantastical setting.
Heeley Development Trust
For over two decades now, Heeley Trust has been working to improve public spaces, secure buildings and other assets for the community and deliver all kinds of projects for the people who live here and beyond.
Huge congratulations to Professor David Sanders, who has been elected President Elect of the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)
Professor David Sanders has made a major contribution to improving the lives of people living with coeliac disease, both in the UK and internationally, through his work in advancing diagnosis, treatment and patient care. His research and clinical influence have helped shape modern practice in gastroenterology, with impact across national and global healthcare settings. Alongside his clinical and academic work, he plays an important role in promoting Sheffield as a leading centre for medical and…
The UK's greenest city 2021
Sheffield is officially the UK's greenest city according to the 'Green Cities' report, commissioned and produced by NatWest and the University of Southampton.
Twinkl Hive: Nurturing the next generation of business leaders
An accelerator programme, TwinklHive opened its doors in 2019 and provides space, investment, and support to accelerate the growth of innovative like-minded start-ups that are looking to solve a real problem for their customer.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Creating a Strong Brand that Appeals to your Target Audience
Struggling to define your target market? Understanding your brand values, mission, and identity is essential. Learn how to pinpoint your audience by asking the right questions and discover why appealing to everyone is never the goal. Join our free branding workshop to build a brand that truly resonates with your ideal customers.
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.
Kelham Beer Trail
Kelham Island has long been at the forefront of Sheffield's brewing reputation and has become a mecca for renowned real ale pubs and microbreweries. This guide gives you a rundown of the best beery places to visit on a day/evening out.
Festive Cabaret
Christmas classic hits, great company and unforgettable memories. Come along for a free afternoon of Golden Oldies entertainment!
Kim Streets
Kim works alongside a super-talented team to create great museum experiences that are free and inspiring for everyone.
Best Beer Gardens
When the British weather behaves, there’s nothing better than a cold, crisp pint in the sunshine and Sheffield delivers plenty of brilliant places to enjoy it. From tucked‑away courtyards to sprawling outdoor terraces, the city has no shortage of spots perfect for al fresco drinking.
Peachzz mural lands Number 1 spot for Best Global Street Art in June
The stunning mural, which adorns the side of the Cubo building, overlooking Pound's Park in Sheffield City Centre, was unveiled last month and has been praised by Sheffielders and will now be entered into Street Art Cities' Best Global Street Art of Year, for 2024.
Sheffield spotlighted as UK travel destination on German Breakfast TV
Airing on German Breakfast show programme, ZDF’s Volle Kanne, the 13-minute city piece was broadcast in two segments and took German viewers on a whistle-stop tour or Sheffield’s key attractions, vibrant places and green spaces.
Sheffield Lakeland Landscape Partnership
The Sheffield Lakeland Landscape Partnership offers a unique opportunity to manage the heritage of the place of outstanding natural beauty.
The Buzz for Sheffield's Food Scene
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 street art named 2nd best in the World for 2024
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.
How to Start a Street Food Business in Sheffield: A Step-by-Step Checklist
Starting a food business in Sheffield? Download our free step-by-step checklist covering food business registration, street trading consent, food hygiene requirements, insurance and licensing for food carts, street food stalls and mobile catering businesses.
Outdoor Citizens: Looking after our world
We have 61% greenspace within our borders, we have more trees per person than any other city in Europe, we have over 800 managed greenspaces across 4,000 hectares of land, and it’s recently coming to light that we have more peatland bog than any other city too (which tops the charts for carbon capture). These facts are a source of great pride, but come with a duty to look after what we have.
Sheffield parks with a view
Sheffield is a city built on hills, so it's no surprise that many of its best-loved parks come with an incline and a stunning view as the reward.
Shop Local Sheffield Bags
Four specially designed tote bags encouraging people in Sheffield to shop local will be available from a selection of independent retailers across the city.
Looping boat artwork unveiled on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
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.
The craft of beer
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.
Our 12th century heritage
The Castle site is situated at the confluence of the River Don and Sheaf, and is but a short distance from Manor Lodge - which was a vast green space and prime deer hunting area for many centuries.
Kids Winter Wonderland
Free family event. Create, play and make magical Christmas memories!
Shopping
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.
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.
Dovestone Tor
High on Derwent Edge, Dovestone Tor has a wilder feel than most crags in the area. The longer walk in, and the fact that the sharp, gritty rock can sometimes be green, mean that it’s rarely busy up here – a perfect place to escape the crowds on a dry, sunny day.
The Sunday Times names Kelham Island one of the best places to live
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.
Walks with Julia Bradbury
TV presenter and Co-Founder of The Outdoor Guide, Julia Bradbury grew up in Sheffield and learnt to love walking right here in the city. Like many Sheffielders, she used to spend her weekends out in the Peak District with her Dad, just a stone’s throw away from the city limits, so she knows a lot about the beauty that exists right here in The Outdoor City.
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.
Nature and greenspace
Climbing, mountain biking, road cycling, running, walking - we've got some of the best in the world. Seriously. But it's also about how liveable it is here. Green and blue spaces combine to form 61% greenspace (the highest percentage of any city in the world) in the 4th biggest city in England. Which is why we say this is the place where nature and culture intertwine.
Kelham Island named in the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world
Sheffield’s Kelham Island has been named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world by TimeOut magazine, as they featured the popular urban district at No. 35 in their rundown of the most exciting districts of global cities.
Exciting Developments in Hillsborough’s Burgeoning Indie Scene
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 City Centre
Sheffield's City Centre is undergoing significant change, but while you may see a few more cranes and building work going on in places, this shouldn't detract from all the amazing places there still are to discover. From attractions such as the Winter Garden, Millennium Gallery and Sheffield Theatres to independent shopping and an array of great places to eat and drink.
Sheffield Makers Shops
Sheffield is a City of Makers! So it's not surprising that there's a great selection of fantastic independent shops, purely dedicated to showcasing and stocking a wide variety of Sheffield-made products created by talented local makers.
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!
Bouldering at Stanage
Whilst originally made famous for its traditional climbs, the boulders that sit beneath Stanage Edge are packed with a quality and history all of their own.
Tecomet: growing leadership and management expertise
Tecomet, a medical device and aerospace manufacturer, concentrating on castings, forgings and machinery has benefited from support through the Invest Sheffield team, leading to a referral to the Sheffield City Region Skills Bank.
ERF - Spotlight On
The Economic Recovery Fund (ERF) ran between February 2021 and April 2025. It was 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.
