100 results for the term ‘sears store’
Sean Clarke - High Street Business Advisor
Meet Sean Clarke, recent recruit to our High Street Business support team looking after all things on the High Street.
Sean Marven
Sean Marven, Consultant Paediatric Surgeon
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.
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.
Sheffield’s JORO Wins a Michelin Star
JÖRO’s huge success marks the end of a decade‑long wait for Michelin recognition to return to the city and helps fill a long‑acknowledged gap in starred restaurants between London and Scotland.
Steve Carroll - Growth Advisor
Meet Steve. One of our growth advisors. Steve knows that business owners are great salespeople, engineers, technologists etc. but that they don’t necessarily have experience in running a business. He’s here to help.
£30,000 Low Carbon Grant helps Cutting & Wear reduce monthly energy bills by 40%
See how Cutting & Wear used a £30,000 Low Carbon Grant to invest in solar panels and reduce monthly energy costs by 40% with Business Sheffield support.
Sheffield retains ‘Real Ale Capital of the World’ title
Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region is now home to 58 breweries, more per head of population than anywhere else in the country, producing around 1,800 different beers every year.
Emerald Storm
If Riverdance and Stomp had a baby, it would be Emerald Storm. Direct from the West End, this electrifying new dance phenomenon comes from Adam Garcia, the acclaimed stage and screen star behind some of theatre’s biggest hits.
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...
The Beat
Legendary 2-Tone group The Beat, led by vocalist Dave Wakeling, have announced Dance Crazed Too – a 21 date UK tour.
A Different Gear
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,…
Charlotte Moore - Sheffield Hallam University Student
From the Tokyo Olympics to triumph at the World Championships,Team GB wheelchair basketballer Charlotte finds a winning sports community in Sheffield.
Blacka Moor - deer & moorland in the city
The moorland in and around south-western Sheffield acts as a link between the city itself and the wider Peak District National Park. Much of this vast space, that lies within the city boundary, is in public or charitable ownership and as such is accessible and well-maintained and has vast species of flora and fauna, including red deer.
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.
The Sport, Health and Wellbeing sector in Sheffield
Sheffield has a number of distinct assets within the Sport, Health and Wellbeing arena and, thanks to the rich heritage in medical technology development, the city is home to one of the UK’s largest Medical Devices clusters. Our manufacturing expertise means we also have one of the largest concentrations of orthopaedic, medical device and surgical instrumentation companies in the UK.
Sheffield Steelers v Dundee Stars
The Sheffield Steelers play the Dundee Stars.
Sheffield Steelers v Dundee Stars
The Sheffield Steelers play the Dundee Stars.
Sheffield Steelers v Dundee Stars
The Sheffield Steelers play the Dundee Stars.
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.
Smoke BBQ
Smoke is Sheffield’s first Texas-style BBQ, where the meat is rubbed with spices, smoked slowly on the premises in shiny metal smokers then finished off in the pit, a hickory wood-fired barbecue which takes pride of place in the kitchen.
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).
Dear Evan Hansen
Step into the spotlight for Dear Evan Hansen; the ground breaking, heart-stirring musical that has captivated audiences around the world. Follow Evan, a lonely teenager whose small lie becomes a soaring phenomenon, pulling him into a story bigger than he ever imagined.
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.
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.
Pendo: A business in a city on the international stage
It’s not just locals who spot the potential our vibrant city has to offer. International companies are now calling Sheffield home too, thanks to the world-class talent, resources, and opportunities available. And that’s exactly what happened with Pendo.
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.
Razor: At the heart of digital in the North
It’s no longer about the big beating the small, but the fast beating the slow. And Razor are certainly at the front of the pack when it comes to digital transformation in the North.
Yvonne Asquith - Head of Service
With 30 years’ experience in economic development, Yvonne leads the Business Sheffield Service, delivering a citywide offer that helps businesses start, scale, innovate and invest. The service supports more than 2,500 businesses and entrepreneurs a year and plays a central role in delivering the Council’s Growth Plan by strengthening Sheffield’s business base, driving innovation, improving productivity and positioning the city for future growth.
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.
Sheffield Makes Art at the Heart of Communities
Art at the Heart has been created by four Ignite Imaginations artists, who have each worked within their community to create an art installation, taking inspiration from the stories people have shared with them.
University of Sheffield start-up secures £4m investment to bring ‘world first’ sensor to mass market
A University of Sheffield spin-out company has secured major investment from leading deep tech investors to bring its high-performance infrared sensors to the mass market.
Sky Full of Stars
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Stars - the most authentic tribute to Coldplay!
The Old Shoe
A craft beer taproom, modern ciderhouse, and artisan wine bar, also serving handcrafted non-alcoholic drinks, locally-roasted coffee, and so much more.
Power Hour - How much cash will I need to start my business?
This session will cover start-up costs - what to consider when calculating your initial costs and operational expenditure, and the importance of carefully managing your cashflow.
Kiell Smith-Bynoe & Friends: Kool Story Bro
Kiell Smith-Bynoe (star of Ghosts, Taskmaster and Stath Lets Flats) is bringing his smash hit improv comedy show to Sheffield.
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.
Womanthology
Womanthology is a digital magazine and professional community for women of all ages and backgrounds as they progress through their careers. It is powered by female energy and ingenuity. The platform champions positive female role models by sharing good news stories, best practice and wisdom from everyone, regardless of gender, collaborating to create a gender positive experience in the workplace.
Dead Donkey
A great neighbourhood bar serving craft beer, excellent wine, stonking spirits and cocktails - plus some tasty scram too.
Pitch Decks: What’s The Big Deal?
Every different type of business has its own favoured route for presenting itself in the best light. Whereas traditional retailers might spend hours crafting the perfect ‘shop window display’ or product brochure, in the digital era, attention and resources are lavished on perfecting websites or indeed carefully curating an Instagram feed with on-brand imagery.
The Beer Engine
Quench your thirst with everything from craft beer, continental lager and real ale to an extensive range of spirits, plus there's meat, veggie and vegan options on the tapas menu.
New Scandinavian-style wellness experience set to open in Sheffield
Opening in the beautiful Grade II listed Bethel Sunday School building, Güs is set to bring a new luxury wellness hub complete with Scandi saunas, ice baths, vanity station and café, to Sheffield's Heart of the City development on Cambridge Street.
The Key Fund uses Business Productivity Grant to put more time into investees
The Key Fund knew for some time that they wanted to invest in a tailored system, but the opportunity didn’t come until they heard about the Business Productivity Grant.
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.
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 Void: A Horror Story
Dare you enter a world infected by fear? Eight million miles from Earth, a mysterious distress call crackles through the ether and draws Flint, a haunted space ranger, towards the Odyssey, an ageing research vessel in the grip of a nightmare.
Sheffield ranked as No.1 City in the UK to start a business
An annual ranking of the Top 25 Cities in the UK (outside of London) for starting a business, the Startups Cities Index is the most exhaustive research project of its kind. Sheffield was revealed as the ultimate winner, thanks to the city’s strong performance across business support, talent attraction, low cost of living, large working population and fantastic transport links.
Peak Mountaineering
Peak Mountaineering is a long established provider of the highest quality mountain training, group events, outdoor adventures and overseas expeditions.
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.
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Beginner Sewing Course – Learn to Sew with Confidence
Ready to learn new skills? Join our beginner sewing course. Learn core skills while creating a custom apron
Launchpad Pop-Up Store
Showcasing 27 small businesses, the Launchpad Pop-Up Store celebrates Sheffield’s independent spirit, bringing together early-stage makers to showcase their work and connect with the community. You’ll find handmade gifts, sustainable products and unique items perfect for the festive season.
Will Rea - Sheffield Hallam graduate
"It’s such a creative space to study. It broadened my horizons and allowed me to think bigger."
Under The Bridge Stage at Get Together
Taking over the Concourse outside Sheffield University Students’ Union, Under The Bridge will run 12pm - 8pm with a FREE outdoor live music, art and street food.
Is 2022 the year Sheffield became foodie capital of the north?
In 2018 The Times declared Sheffield the Northern Capital of Cool. In 2022 The Observer Food Monthly awards gave 5/6 Runners Up spots across the Food and Drink categories to Sheffield establishments. So are we now the Northern Capital of Food too?
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.
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.
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
Queen of Katwe Disney Movie: Outdoor Cinema Under the Stars
Join Lumora Experiences for a magical outdoor cinema experience under the stars at Millhouse Park. They are excited to bring the inspiring film Queen of Katwe to the local community for an evening of entertainment, food and family fun.
Chapmans Case Study
Agricultural components manufacturer Chapmans has seen plenty of changes and challenges on its 30-year journey.
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.
Success stories
Business Sheffield, together with Launchpad and other business support services in the city, have helped a number of local start ups and scale ups succeed in their ambitions.
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.
Sidney Charles, Luuk Van Dijk & More | Groovebox at SteelYard
Groovebox presents Sidney Charles, Luuk Van Dijk & more. 26th September 2026
Kapital beer hall opens in Sheffield
Kapital, Sheffield's largest modern, European-style beer hall and restaurant, has now opened its doors. The expansive new space boasts a lively outdoor beer garden, a stylish restaurant, and a large private hire area with panoramic views all designed to capture the warmth, energy and tradition of Europe’s most iconic beer halls.
Two Thirds Beer Co.
Two Thirds Beer Co. 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.
Steve Backshall's Deadly Live
The Ultimate Wildlife Adventure. Following the hugely popular 2025 tour, Deadly Live! is back this Autumn half-term for another action-packed, edge-of-your-seat experience based on the hugely popular CBBC show.
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.
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.
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.
Andreea Huidan - student at the University of Sheffield
"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."
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.
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.
How Business Sheffield Helped Olga and Asquith Diversify Their Product Range
Business Sheffield helped Olga & Asquith grow their brand by turning their Jamaican rum cake into a stout—through expert advice and a key introduction.
The Nags Head Inn
Bradfield Brewery's official brewery tap, with the brewery itself just a short stroll away, so you can count on getting the very freshest pints of this legendary Sheffield ale.
Luke Cleland - student at the University of Sheffield
"Sheffield has an amazing mix of shops, restaurants and cafés that mean that everyone's individual shopping preferences are met!"
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.
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.
Avian Hang Gliders Case Study
An engineer with a lifelong love of flying is spreading his wings into the world of business, after stepping in to secure the future of Britain’s only hang glider manufacturer.
Shift to shopping local challenges High Street Businesses
Hear from Sally Pepper on how the shift towards shopping local presents some challenges for retail businesses to tackle.
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.
Cubo
Modern co-working space with hot desking, dedicated desks and also private offices. Included in membership packages are perks such as a barista, beer on tap, private phone booths and private meeting rooms. Daily events are also included with lots of treats in store!
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.
JE James Cycles Sheffield
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.
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.
