Mohsin Farmanieh and his wife Fatemeh opened Toranj in the Moor Market in June 2021. COVID-19 made it a challenging time to open a new business, but far from being held back, the pair were keen to expand into a high street shop front.
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.
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.
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.
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 has loads of great options to help you make the most of cosy season in the city. Whether you're pairing it with a brisk walk in our great outdoors or sipping a cheeky cocktail in a hidden bar, we've rounded up some of the city's cosiest corners for you to enjoy.
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.
Explore Sheffield by seeking out The Outdoor City Run Routes. Over 30 routes are signposted and mapped across 15 locations in parks and woodland across the city.
The Sheffield Lakeland Landscape Partnership offers a unique opportunity to manage the heritage of the place of outstanding natural beauty.
Sheffield is celebrating after being named on the longlist to become UK City of Culture 2029 – important recognition of the city’s ambition to showcase its creativity, talent and identity on a national and international stage.
Sheffield City Hall is a beautiful and historic building that plays host to all number of events, performances, concerts, conferences and festivals.
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...
Sheffield is the perfect city from which to go canoeing, stand up paddle boarding (SUPing) or kayaking. Rivers, canals and lakes around the city are all easily accessible and offer a whole range of different opportunities to get out on the water.
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.
A new addition to Sheffield City Centre's nightlife scene, Roxy Ball Room is set to open on Wellington Street this summer.
A list of accessible greenspaces in and around the city, so that everyone can feel able to enjoy the natural surroundings.
There are 70 managed ancient woodlands in Sheffield, where you'll walk through trees that have seen the transformation of the city through the industrial years.
Traveling into and around the city centre is being made easier. The Connecting Sheffield: City Centre scheme has various projects to improve walking, cycling, and public transport.
It might come as a surprise to know that The Burbage Valley is technically part of the city of Sheffield (this is one of the many reasons we call ourselves The Outdoor City!). Accessible by bus from Sheffield city centre, Burbage offers a diverse range of gritstone climbing – from friendly routes to boulder problems, and powerful challenging climbs to classic routes.
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
Sheffield plays host city from 14-16 June for the 20th European Hair Research Society Meeting, held at The University of Sheffield Diamond Building.
Sheffield has been listed at No.1 by TimeOut magazine as the most underrated city break in the UK. The feature which included 12 cities such as Glasgow, Durham, Bristol and Liverpool, sited Sheffield's affordability, travel time from London and best-of-both-worlds offer as major perks.
The spiritual home of UK climbing boasts the Tokyo Olympics replica wall and Team GBs training facilities for those wanting to push themselves, as well as The Mini Works - a dedicated centre for younger and beginner climbers - meaning you won't go wanting in The Outdoor City when it comes to indoor centres.
Sheffield’s visitor economy reached new heights in 2024, generating a record-breaking £1.85 billion – a 10% increase on the previous year and a full recovery from the impact of the pandemic.
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).
Sheffield is officially the UK's greenest city according to the 'Green Cities' report, commissioned and produced by NatWest and the University of Southampton.
Measuring 483.69 square metres in total, the artwork will be painted across 6 facades of the brown-brick NCP building on Wellington Street, paying homage to the natural topography which has defined Sheffield since the 12th century, as a city built on hills and rivers.
Damflask is one of the most picturesque spots within the city's boundaries today, and can be easily reached by bike.
Whether you're visiting for a day or exploring like a local, here’s your guide to Sheffield’s most distinctive indie bookshops.
Walk for a few minutes in any direction in Sheffield and you’ll most likely wander through at least one of its 800-plus managed greenspaces, including woodlands, parks and public gardens.
Anne de Buck gives her view on visiting Sheffield for the first time and taking in some of the nature and culture that is on offer here.
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.
A guide to some of Sheffield’s best coffee spots, whether you want to linger and enjoy the vibe or grab something on the go. Some places offer full geek-level tasting notes and precision brewing, others just serve a great cup of coffee.
Sheffield has been listed alongside cities including Marseille, Milan and Oslo to be named as one of Europe’s 18 best city break destinations for 2023, in a ranking compiled by global media platform, TimeOut.
With 154 contemporary and airy guest rooms, a rooftop speakeasy-style Indian restaurant concept and bar, six flexible meeting and event spaces with an outdoor terrace, a fully equipped fitness center, and a convenient location, the hotel is the perfect base for any stay, whether traveling on business or leisure.
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.
The city welcomed 18.7 million visitors, up 7.3% from 2024, with tourism now supporting 16,203 full-time equivalent jobs across the city.
Aside to high-street names, there are plenty of amazing independent shops to browse in Sheffield City Centre.
A Taste of Sheffield and the History and Brunch Tour will take guests on a guided walking tour of the Sheffield City Centre, incorporating food, drink, local history and culture along the way.
As part of the extraordinary project The Walk, Sheffield Theatres is proud to welcome Little Amal, a 3.5m puppet of a 10-year-old refugee girl, as she nears the end of her international journey from the Syria-Turkey border to Manchester.
With its scenic hills to climb – and free-wheel back down again – and its roads leading straight out to the Peak District, Sheffield is heaven-sent to the road cyclist.
Sheffield actually has more than 800 managed green spaces across 4,000 hectares within the city boundary. With so much on offer, we wanted to create something to help demonstrate how accessible greenspaces are in The Outdoor City and so we commissioned a ‘Greenground Map’ from designer Helen Ilus.
Are you the sort of person who enjoys going off the beaten track? Who craves adventure but doesn’t like to follow the crowd? Then read on...
Don’t let the hills fool you, Sheffield is the perfect place to run. With dozens of parks and pedestrian-friendly routes around the city, as well as world-class training venues like the English Institute of Sport, the facilities in the city are second-to-none.
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.
Sheffield Town Hall is a municipal building on Pinstone Street in the City of Sheffield, England.
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.
ITM Power and the University of Sheffield will also jointly plan and fund a National Hydrogen Research Innovation and Skills centre, which will undertake research into the safe and efficient manufacture of hydrogen using low or zero carbon sources of energy.
Four specially designed tote bags encouraging people in Sheffield to shop local will be available from a selection of independent retailers across the city.
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.
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...
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.
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.
Sophie Williams founded Sheffield Cheesemasters, the city’s first artisan cheesemaking company in July 2017. Despite enjoying a successful career in IT security, Sophie was determined to create her dream business, based around her lifelong love of cheese.
The start of the Autumn season coincides with the publication of the annual Sheffield Conference Sector Report (UKCAMS) which has revealed there was a significant increase in the amount of money visitors of conference and business events brought to the city in 2023.
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.
While Sheffield is home to a plethora of amazing cafes and coffee shops right across the city, there are some that are particularity unique in their offer.
Holly Hagg are famous for their regular guided alpaca treks . You can take one of their gorgeous alpacas or llamas for a walk, amidst the woodland and beautiful scenery of Sheffield's Rivelin Valley, all under the supervision of their experienced guides.
Join us for our guided 90-minute walk and hear about the people, places and events around Sheffield City Centre, as we explore the remarkable history of Sheffield's growth as a CRUCIBLE for the modern game of football.
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.
A walking tour of Sheffield city centre history.
A walking tour of Sheffield city centre history.
"With Sheffield it’s a little bit different. You get close to Sheffield and realise things are going on, it feels like it’s on the cusp of starting to really explode, and it’s exciting to be in at this point.”
Sheffield has ranked joint 7th most popular English city for international association conferences in the International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) annual Country and City Rankings, and 12th in the list of UK cities.
It's been a trying time to start a new business; and Rob and Nikki have really valued the support of Sally Pepper, Business Information Officer with Business Sheffield.
Business Sheffield and Commercial Services have launched the new Sheffield Business Directory, a free online platform designed to help local suppliers get noticed.
Once a utopian social housing project of the same mould as the Barbican in London, complete with its own morgue, police station and school, Urban Splash are now mid-way through their total redevelopment of one of the dominating features of the city’s skyline.
Both of these challenging routes begin at the Woodland Discovery Centre in Ecclesall Woods and head out into the Peak District for lots of climbing along some exposed moorland paths.
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.
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
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.
DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield City, located on Bramall Lane, offers 155 guest rooms, an exciting new dining experience, and overlooks Sheffield United stadium
A new major contemporary artwork is set to be installed along the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal this September, as international artist Alex Chinneck unveils an impressive looping canal boat structure measuring 13 metres long and six metres high.
Crystal Peaks Shopping Mall and Retail Park is nestled within 40 acres of green and pleasant surroundings just 7 miles from Sheffield City Centre. Originally opened in 1988 but having expanded considerably since, the centre offers a one-stop shopping experience with a growing range of familiar high street names including large retail stores, a bustling 100 stall covered Market Place and many other services including a library, Medical Centre, Health Club and even a Veterinary Surgery! All…
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.
The Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa is located in Sheffield City Centre. This luxurious hotel provides an oasis of calm and relaxation, close to the heart of a vibrant and exciting city of Sheffield.
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.
Business Sheffield's Business Information Officers are a team of successful business consultants, working to help Sheffield’s high street businesses thrive.
Skateboarding has a long, rich history in Sheffield. The city boasts an impressive roll call of pro and skate industry sponsored skaters, and punches above its weight on the UK scene with a solid skateboarding community.
Step inside one of Sheffield's most iconic civic buildings and discover the stories, treasures and hidden spaces of Sheffield Town Hall.
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.
Planning applications were submitted by the developer Urbo at the beginning of March for 368 high quality apartments, 100,000 sq ft of grade A offices and two new attractive public squares.
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.
2025 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
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.
Stage 2 of the 2014 Tour de France Grand Départ raced into Sheffield, along winding country roads, up infamous Sheffield hills and through the city’s streets. Retrace the route and give it a go!
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.
Established in 2017, the Sheffield Property Association is an independent association of significant land owning and development businesses in the city of Sheffield, who along with a wide range of professional organisations, are helping create and support the continued improvement of the city’s built environment. The Association’s members represent over 20,000 jobs and £4bn in assets.
Set in the heart of the city, Cosy Club Sheffield is the perfect venue to celebrate and socialise, with an exceptional all-day restaurant and bar menu featuring mouth-watering dishes and top-notch tipples.
A young entrepreneur is lighting up a bright new future for himself after sniffing out an opportunity to apply his creative flair to the age-old tradition of candle making by capturing the spirit of Sheffield in wax form.
Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust and Museums Sheffield have announced they are to join together to form one of the city’s biggest cultural organisations.
Sheffield has been a nationally significant centre for online learning and educational technologies since even before the decision to site the University for Industry here in 1998. Since then, there has been a steady stream of talent and new businesses born of this activity, developing resources and platforms for learning across many different industry verticals.
Major new health care, regeneration and sporting projects totalling more than £200m – including a National Centre for Child Health Technology and ground-breaking diagnostic imagery research hub – are set to place Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park at the heart of the nation’s future health.
Several purpose-built climbing boulders have popped up all over the city in recent years. Built to closely mimic the natural boulders and slabs found out in the Peak District, these public facilities offer a convenient and fun opportunity for novices and experts alike to work on their technique – all for free.
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.
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A sustainable and commercial business model, they provide power to over 100,000 people with bases in Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Nigeria. They expect to reach one million customers within the next three years.
The soul of the venue is embodied by the amount of flexible event space on offer. The magnificent Oval Hall is a popular space, both for entertainment events and organisations who wish to utilise the grand, yet surprisingly intimate,venue for conferences.The delightful art-deco Ballroom doubles as a stunning, highly-versatile, banqueting and exhibition area. The half-moon theatre space of the Memorial Hall offers event organisers a blank canvas of event space, the adaptable space can offer a…