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.
A specialist craft beer bottle shop, with an amazing selection of beers, natural wines & spirits, based in the vibrant area of Nether Edge.
Bricks and Bits Toy Shop is an official stockist of LEGO, Playmobil, Games Workshop and Orange Tree Toys. Based in Sheffield the stock a huge variety of games.
The Community offers members access to exclusive discounts and rewards from a growing number of local businesses.
An award-winning speciality beer shop and tasting room, located in the Grade II listed Leah's Yard in Sheffield City Centre. They stock an extensive range, with 200+ chilled beers available to browse or enjoy there and then.
Whirlow Hall Farm sell high welfare pork, lamb, Galloway beef, hand linked sausages, traditional dry cured bacon, free range eggs, soft fruit and veg in season. All food is produced on Whirlow Hall farm and sold exclusively through the farm shop. Also available are a variety of local jams, chutneys, drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) homemade cakes and artisan cheeses.
Leah’s Yard, a former 19th Century mesters works and one of Sheffield’s most important heritage buildings, is set for an exciting new future that will both honour and celebrate its rich industrial heritage as part of the Heart of the City regeneration programme.
American Express and Shop Small commissioned research with GlobalData to reveal the top 10 UK high streets for independent shops, with Sheffield's Division /Devonshire Street placing second.
Four specially designed tote bags encouraging people in Sheffield to shop local will be available from a selection of independent retailers across the city.
The redeveloped Grade II* Listed Leah’s Yard on Cambridge Street has now opened its doors to the public, providing a contemporary city centre hub for some of Sheffield’s finest independent businesses.
The Famous Sheffield Shop has been bringing you the best of Sheffield made since 1983.
Mookau is an independent gift shop on Sheffield's Ecclesall Road, selling quirky, eclectic and unique products that bring a smile to your face.
Gravel Pit is an independent homeware shop selling a wide variety of plants, prints, ceramics, glass and concrete planters, books and lighting.
Frippery & Nonsense is an independent, quirky card and gift shop based on Abbeydale road.
Wickwire is an independent gift shop located in Nether Edge Sheffield, selling locally made gifts and cards alongside well known brands such as Jellycat, Melissa & Doug, Carrie Elspeth and Kiss Me Kwik.
The Walkley Press is an independent card and gift shop offering fun, pretty, arty and quirky things for the important people in your life
Spinning Discs Sheffield is an independent record shop established to give music lovers in Sheffield a place to meet, relax and browse new, reissue and select second hand vinyl in a friendly community environment
Gatling Guitars is an independent family run guitar shop offering a no rush friendly service, stocking brands that are the best instruments you can buy, alongside custom instruments.
Brewery and bottle shop.
Fiercely independent since 92, The Alternative Store has supplied the subcultures of Sheffield with streetwear since for thirty years.
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.
Independent Opticians - delivering independent eyewear and eyecare for people of the north.
Nest is an independent luxury furniture, lighting and home accessories retailer selling carefully curated interior brands that showcase high quality, innovative and modern design.
Trapeze is an award winning children's design store curating the best of independent kids brands.It's creative, original and innovative with kids clothing, toys, books and gifts. They sell ethical and sustainable brands created with purpose and care.
Annie Jude's is an independent gift shop showcasing beautiful homemade items and supporting small business talent from Sheffield and beyond.
Williams Electrical Shops have been in business for over 100 years and are proud to be the area's leading Independent specialist supplier of top brand electrical goods and endeavour to offer the best value for money deals on the high street.
A record shop and neighbourhood wine bar on Queen's Road.
CollardManson like to think for themselves. They reference trends but don't necessarily follow them. They only stock what they believe in. If they don't believe in it they don't buy it.
An award winning shop selling ethical products in a beautiful environment. It's owned and run by Debbie, who has taken the shop on a journey from online only to the much loved presence on Division St it now is, selling all sorts of lovely items from everlasting flowers to memorable gifts.
Retro style clothing to buy online or pick up in our shop in Sheffield. Stocking dresses by Voodoo Vixen, Collectif, Rock Steady and more amazing brands.
Sellers of Sheffield wares from their shop in Hunters Bar. The shop stocks ranges from local makers that are innovative, colourful, eco-friendly and design conscious. This includes cards, gifts, candles, kitchen ware and jewellery.
Founded in Autumn 2022, Gills & Co was built out of a desire to bring a fantastic range of wines to Sheffield. Owned by Andy Trudgill, who brings with him tons of experience in the hospitality industry, launched the shop with a simple concept - browse and take wine home, or browse and drink in.
Shorelines is an independent rider owned distribution company specialising in high performance mountain bikes, components and accessories. They pride themselves on offering the best designed and best quality products they can find - everything they sell has been truly tried and tested in some of the most demanding biking conditions in the world. As riders they simply want well designed products that work and don't let you down when the going gets tough, which is a simple philosophy that has led…
Zeds Wholefoods are a general grocery shop, specialising in wholefoods. Located in the heart of Nether Edge, the shop sells organic produce all year round.
One of the UK's best indoor markets and home to over 90 independent traders, Sheffield's Moor Market has a range of stalls offering fantastic quality and great value. It offers customers a unique retail experience, full of characters, wonderful flavours, sights and sounds.
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.
Rex Market pops up in Neepsend on selected dates throughout the year, showcasing a handpicked variety of independent Sheffield businesses! From craft stalls to street food and drink, it's the perfect event for those who love to shop small.
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.
Traditional Sweet shop selling over 250 different sweets. Handmade chocolates & fudge. Vegetarian & sugar free. Sweet cakes, children's parties, Smoo milk shakes, ice cream and slush. The shop also has seating area.
Hillsborough is experiencing something of a rebirth, with a fast-growing community of new independent businesses, bringing a fresher feel to the area.
Green + Benz are subsidiary of the T H Baker franchise started in 1888. Each store offers a range of jewellery & watches including brands such as DKNY, Swarovski & Pandora.
Providing tropical greenery for Sheffield’s homes!
The Sheffield Yards Store is located on Pinstone Street and features a fusion of outdoor and heritage brands including And Wander, Ten C, Carhartt WIP, Gramicci, Hikerdelic, RRL, ST95, Hoka, Karhu, Clarks Originals and New Balance to name just a few.
Beeches of Walkley is an inner city farm shop based a Walkley. A high class butchers, offering free local delivery, locally sourced, farmhouse and homemade produce. Beeches of Walkley make all their own sausages, burgers & dry cured bacon.
All Good Stuff was set up in 2013 as a non-profit Community Interest Company, to promote the growing Sheffield arts scene. Their gallery / shop on Arundel Street is in the iconic Butcher Works in the heart of the historic Cultural Industries Quarter. The shop stocks the work of about 50 artists and makers from in and around Sheffield.
Aside to high-street names, there are plenty of amazing independent shops to browse in Sheffield City Centre.
Across the city's hill and valleys, Sheffield is made up of clusters of vibrant neighbourhoods, all with their own unique charm and vibrancy. Here you'll find friendly independent businesses to eat, drink and shop in, unexpected green spaces, colourful street art and fascinating heritage...
Plantology is a like-minded team of florists selling plants and flowers in Sheffield, inspired by the beauty of nature and the limitless creations that can be made using them. Alongside plants and dried flowers, Plantology also sell an array of pots and gifts and homeware.
Rails is one of the largest UK suppliers of quality new and second-hand model railway stock.
The Indie Arcade are Sheffield based purveyors of the weird and wonderful. With new stock added every day from clothes, books and records to toys and homewares.
The Outpost, based in Kelham sell discounted Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, Warmachine & Hordes, Malifaux, Infinity and a whole lot more!
Based in the Loxley area of Sheffield, The Blind Mole sell industrial salvage, antiques, mid-century design, vintage furniture, homewares & curios.
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.
Scavenger is a unique business that upcycles old climbing gear to create useful and beautiful alternatives to sending retired climbing gear to landfill. By keeping the designs simple but beautiful, Scavenger aims to create unique products that are easy to repair and are designed to last forever. In this way they are repurposed to continue their adventures.
Rhyme and Reason Booksellers are an Aladdin's cave of books in Hunter's Bar. It has been part of the community for over two decades selling an extensive selection of both children and adult books.
StarmoreBoss is a boutique and bespoke off-licence retailing specialist quality wine, craft beer and intriguing spirits.
Sheffield's largest second-hand bookshop, located on Shalesmoor near Kelham Island since June 2018.
YSM is an independent luxury retail concept in the heart of Sheffield City Centre.
Vintage furniture, lighting and artwork.
A large and vibrant centre based in the antiques quarter in Sheffield. The Emporium has a huge variety of wares on offer and a cafe for that well deserved restbite.
The Kelham Flea is an antiques and vintage emporium selling a wide range of goods from contemporary art to industrial salvage. Described as stocking "an eclectic mix of pre-loved treasures and bespoke goods," the emporium features reclaimed furniture, vintage clothes and toys as well as art work and plants.
Set in a 19th Century Victorian Factory in the heart of Kelham Island, this Decorative Salvage & Antiques Warehouse is the passion project of Yellow Arch’s founder Andy Cook.
Swallows and Damsons are based in a quaint Little Flower Shop on Sheffield's Abbeydale Road. Using the natural beauty of classic flowers and adding an element of vintage charm, their aim is to bring something distinctive to Sheffield.
The Stylists Lifestyle Store has a curated collection of unique homeware, fashion, gifts and cards.
Red Brick Market has over 100 local designers and makers all under one roof. From local artists, jewellery designers, vintage clothing, homeware, house plants and everything else in between!
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.
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.
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.
Housing an exciting variety of inspiring world food vendors under one roof, Cambridge Street Collective promises a truly unique food hall experience in Sheffield, with 20 independent food partners.
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.
Bicycle Shop in Sheffield and Nottingham selling new and secondhand bikes. The business also offers servicing and repairs as well as hire bikes.
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.
JE James Cycles is an enduring, family-run cycle shop with comprehensive stock of mountain, road and BMX bikes and gear. The two stores in Sheffield have undergone a major refurbishment to ensure that customers are offered the best opportunity to find the bike, parts, accessories and services they require.
"After living in Sheffield for three years, I’ve realised that the best part about it is how diverse and well-connected each neighbourhood is because it makes it so easy to explore the city and its surrounding areas. There are so many things to do and visit, from independent coffee shops and vintage stores to museums, parks, and the Peak District, which is a must-see for everyone who’s got a day off and wants to relax and explore."
Patriot Games is a friendly local games shops selling board games, card games, role playing games, miniatures and table top games and all the accessories you could need.
"Sheffield has an amazing mix of shops, restaurants and cafés that mean that everyone's individual shopping preferences are met!"
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.
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'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.
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.
Albies is an independent coffee company built from their neighbourhood shop. They pride themselves on a friendly welcome and quality brews.
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…
Record Collector is South Yorkshire’s largest independent vinyl and CD store. The shop stocks over 50,000 vinyl records and 25,000 CDs, making them a top destination for any music lover in the region.
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.
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.
A Different Gear are an independent, not for profit, community-owned bike shop and workshop based in Heeley. They sell new bikes and accessories with a focus on adventure, utility and cargo. As well as selling new bikes and accessories they also take in donated bikes, strip them down and refurbish them. They are then resold for a fraction of the price of a new bike. Prices in the shop are affordable, with decent adult bikes starting at £120. There's usually a good selection for kids too,…
A community of 14 independent businesses, nestled around a vibrant courtyard & mezzanine, Hagglers is a bit of a Sheffield institution, with a café by day and vibrant bar by night.
KSpace@The Point are ultra-stylish and contemporary apartments situated right in the heart of Sheffield’s independent quarter. This impressive accommodation is superbly located to take advantage of all the great amenities that the city has on offer.
Hear from Sally Pepper on how the shift towards shopping local presents some challenges for retail businesses to tackle.
Two Thirds is an independent craft beer bar and bottle shop with 16 rotating craft, draught beer lines from around the world and a giant beer fridge showcasing over 200 bottles & cans.
Sheffield is known as a city of makers and the 'Made in Sheffield' mark of excellence could easily be stamped on some of the produce coming out of the bakehouses, cafes and patisseries across our city. Here's 20 'must try' bakeries in Sheffield...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Matt moved to Sheffield in 1998 for a degree at Sheffield Hallam University and fell in love with the city.
Meet Sally, one of our team of High Street specialists. She’s regularly out and about in her patches- Crookes, Broomhill, Woodseats and Handsworth.
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.
Mum and nutrition student Chammy loves the city’s family friendly vibe, as well as its many vegan hangouts.
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.
The Sheffield Round Walk is a 15-mile loop from the urban to the rural at the southwestern edges of the city – taking in leafy parkland, woodland streams, and pretty suburbs.
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.
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...
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.
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.
Discover what Sheffield is all about when it comes to nightlife, from clubs and venues to late bars and hangout spaces.
From world-class theatre and family-friendly museums to great outdoor adventures, there’s so much to do and see in Sheffield.
Yes, we do have some hills (sorry!), but a rise in e-bikes is helping more people be more sustainable and healthy. With everything so close and accessible in Sheffield bikes are an ideal way to move around, and here are some handy things to know if you're visiting us on two wheels.
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.
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.
Things are far from normal for everyone, so it’s certainly a strange time to be a fresher in a new city. Louisa from Benchmark Recruitment, offers a warm welcome and tips for students experiencing Sheffield for the first time…
Some heart-warming examples of how Sheffield has come together in a neighbourly way.
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’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.
Kirsty Smitten, 28, Sheffield, awarded for founding spin-out company making first new class of antibiotics in over 35 years
Sheffield City Council has announced further projects which will be supported by its Economic Recovery Fund, an innovative and unique grant set up to support businesses following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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.
Julian Gjini bought his café on Abbeydale Road when there were hardly any thriving businesses in the area, and has watched the independent business community grow to the point where Tesco is almost the only chain store on the street.
Liam has been embedded into the musical fabric of Sheffield since he arrived in the city in 1991.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Here are 6 artists who have transformed the city thanks to their beautiful works (psst, check out the video for Phlegm's 'Mausoleum of the Giants').
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.
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.
The Sheffield Innovation Spine is about essential growth, through increasing capability for existing businesses, and encouraging domestic and foreign direct investment to take up the opportunities the Spine will present in the heart of the iconic and unique Outdoor City of Sheffield.
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.
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.
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.
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.