Hear from Sally Pepper on how the shift towards shopping local presents some challenges for retail businesses to tackle.
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.
To celebrate their last album and the band’s long goodbye, Saint Etienne are touring the UK one last time. Rather than a moment of sadness, the band see this as a series of celebrations: parties built around a live set that draws on the “best of the best” from their illustrious 35-year catalogue.
Built in around 1833 The Ship Inn is one of the oldest traditional pubs in Sheffield and stands at the gateway to Kelham island. They serve beers, wines and spirits and are family and dog friendly.
Sheffield confirmed as a host city for the 2027 Tour De France Femmes Avec Zwift
Groovebox x Bounded returns to SteelYard for a special Bank Holiday Sunday session, bringing a huge name in underground electronic music to Sheffield on 30 August 2026.
Wherever you want to rest, you'll find it here in Sheffield. From four star hotels and family run B&Bs to homely self-catering cottages or caravan sites, you'll find accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets.
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.
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.
Whether you’re looking for a weekend escape with the kids, a culture‑packed short stay for two or a food‑fuelled getaway with friends, Sheffield delivers big‑city experiences with plenty of space to breathe.
Business Sheffield is proud to present the Launchpad Pop-Up Market, a festive initiative running from 27th November to 20th December 2025 at 108 Pinstone Street. This project, funded by the Launchpad Programme and delivered by Sheffield City Council, offers free, short-term retail space for early-stage makers and craft businesses to showcase their products, test new ideas, and engage with the community during the busy holiday season.
Novel is a cosy independent book shop and café nestled in the heart of Crookes. They sift through contemporary releases to find the most inspiring, innovative, and thought-provoking books out there.
Meet Sally, one of our team of High Street specialists. She’s regularly out and about in her patches- Crookes, Broomhill, Woodseats and Handsworth.
This particular walk is a superb short stroll, suitable for families with young children (although bear in mind that it’s not pushchair friendly) or for those who are looking for a leisurely amble with a café stop en-route. It also works well as a trail run and, if you’re looking for something more challenging, it’s easy to add extra miles via exploring the myriad of paths around the Burbage moors.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Located inside Arundel Emporium, a vibrant creative art space, this high-angle photobooth offers a unique overhead perspective that turns every shot into a memorable keepsake.
Setting the scene for the weekend, join a panel of musicians and experts who will shine a light on some of the composers and music featuring across the three days.
Inspired by football terrace culture and known for it’s functional, no-nonsense, menswear with a defiant twist, Weekend Offender offer a collection that includes jeans, hoodies, t-shirts, shorts and a selection of kids wear.
ALD Print specialize in delivering high-quality printing solutions. Their comprehensive range of services includes: Business Cards, Leaflets, Posters, Banners, T-Shirts, Stickers, and much more.
Beaded Buddies is a handmade gift brand creating small beaded animal characters designed to feel thoughtful, comforting, and personal.
Mookau is an independent gift shop on Sheffield's Ecclesall Road, selling quirky, eclectic and unique products that bring a smile to your face.
The Walkley Press is an independent card and gift shop offering fun, pretty, arty and quirky things for the important people in your life
Annie Jude's is an independent gift shop showcasing beautiful homemade items and supporting small business talent from Sheffield and beyond.
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.
With such a fantastic array of museums and galleries in Sheffield (many of which are free to visit) you'll never be short of interesting exhibitions to explore in the city.
Cavendish Peaks Accommodation Management is a professional, Sheffield-based company dedicated to transforming properties into high-performing short-term rentals.
Three men at Woodhill prison are dead. The families demand answers. This is a call to arms about the crisis facing prisons. Gut punching choreography and unflinching beats shine a light on the hidden story of HMP Woodhill.
The Brewery of Saint Mars of the Desert was inspired by the earliest “craft breweries” of Europe: that first generation making beers in disused 19th century breweries with a pioneering spirit, unmoving passion and an almost avant-garde creativity. They relocated from Boston, Massachusetts to the city of Sheffield to make this dream a reality and haven’t looked back once.
SANPO’s illustration themes revolve around botanical gardens, plants, and flowers, created using gouache, watercolour, ink, acrylic, soft pastels, and coloured pencils.
Get ready for a night of pure northern glamour, powerhouse vocals, and cruise-ship sparkle as Marigold Addams takes to the stage with a fabulous drag tribute to the iconic Jane McDonald.
A little shop filled with lots of curious treasures from local makers, artists and designers. Find over 40 different small indie businesses selling a whole range of items including gifts, cards, t shirts, stickers, prints, jewellery and more.
The award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t. Who knows?!
Feel-good, funny and full of yuletide joy, Nativity! The Musical features all of your favourite sing-a-long hits from the films including Sparkle and Shine, Nazareth, One Night One Moment, She’s the Brightest Star and a whole host of new songs filled with the spirit of Christmas!
The Cricket has long been regarded as one of South West Sheffield’s favourite pubs, with great food and beer in an idyllic location at the foot of Blackamoor.
The home of independent cinema in Sheffield, The Showroom are committed to providing a diverse range of films and related activity for Sheffield and the surrounding region. They host high profile film festivals throughout the year, including the world famous DocFest and Sheffield's very own Adventure Film Festival (ShAFF).
The cycle routes are located in Stocksbridge, Wharncliffe, Loxley, Rivelin and Redmires. To celebrate the launch of the routes, Trek Sheffield Fox Valley have added their support and are giving a free t-shirt to people who ride all five.
We are thrilled to announce that Business Sheffield won the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Champion Award at the 2024 Sheffield Business Awards!
Traditional tea room on Abbeydale Road, Jameson’s offer afternoon teas, home-baked cakes, breakfast, brunches, delightful lunches and a welcoming atmosphere.
Runaround Playcentre is an exciting, space-themed soft play centre where kids can explore, play, and let their imaginations run wild. The multi-level play zones are packed with slides, tunnels, and obstacles, creating an adventurous environment.
Whether it's an expertly brewed coffee, hearty brunch or an indulgent bit of cake you're hankering for, you will not be short of places to choose from with hundreds of welcoming cafes scattered across our seven hills.
Combining the best in British pub hospitality with individuality, character and quirky charm, The Lescar is just a short stroll from the hustle bustle of Sheffield’s Ecclesall Road, and within easy reach of leafy Endcliffe Park.
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.
With a wide variety of sports and leisure activities on offer, there’s something for everybody at Hillsborough. The fantastic facilities include two swimming pools, with water slides, a pirate ship and a wave machine as well as traditional lane swimming and swim lesson facilities.
Meet Zoe, one of our High Street Advisors. She's often out and about, from Dore to Totley, Ecclesfield to London Road, offering support to independent businesses across Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire area.
Don’t assume that MAJOR shopping events are just for the big guys – you too can take advantage of the hype and help your customers to “bag a bargain” whilst boosting your sales in lockdown.
Silversmiths is situated in the heart of Sheffield City Centre close to Sheffield Hallam University and Sheffield Train Station. Their aim is to produce the finest modern British cuisine with a strong Yorkshire influence and a hint of fine dining in a relaxed environment for all to enjoy.
A cosy daytime coffee and lunch time hang-out. Newly refurbished with comfy seating, soft lighting and a laid back atmosphere to take time out and slow down. They provide a convenient city centre stop to meet friends or a spot to co-work with your laptop.
Hallam View restaurant offers a dining experience to suit any occasion, whether it's a formal business meeting, an informal meeting with colleagues or simply lunch with a friend. The stylish restaurant offers a friendly, relaxed environment with a high quality menu and fantastic views of Hallam Square, with a fine selection of wine and lagers.
The Broadfield are passionate about food & drink and strive to bring you the best offerings in both, plus a great atmosphere to enjoy them in.
Heist Brewery have converted this former factory into an airy, bright taproom and bar. With over 30 beers on tap (plus 100 in cans and bottles), wine, spirits and retro soft drinks, arcade games and shuffleboard, plus Slap & Pickle serving up their signature burgers.
Wood fired pizzas with a real signature twist on some of the toppings, served in a cute rustic venue on Abbeydale Road.
With 20 years experience, DC Outdoors offer a wealth of adventure activities, including Rock Climbing, Canoeing and Stand Up Paddleboarding.
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.
In their short history, Birmingham’s Overpass have inspired an ever-growing fanbase with songs pulsating with youthful exuberance and the vulnerabilities of young adulthood. Their shows have been just as life-affirming, providing a dopamine burst of wall-to-wall singalongs and an all-in-this-together communion.
NO NAME is a small bistro serving a short but continually changing menu, that is based highly on seasonality and locally sourced market produce
Dō Deli is a relaxed all-day dining destination located within DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield City, just a short walk from Sheffield city centre. Open to both visitors and locals, it offers a welcoming space to enjoy everything from morning coffee and light lunches to evening drinks and casual dining.
Depot Climbing Sheffield is one of the biggest bouldering centres in the UK, situated just off the Parkway, close to the city centre. Bouldering is a form of climbing that involves climbing short routes over safety matts below, making it the most accessible form of rock climbing.
Following smash hit runs in London and New York, the WhatsOnStage Best New Musical winner, Heathers the Musical returns to Sheffield!
Born and bred in Sheffield, Louisa is a passionate advocate for the region's businesses and people.
Ferrio help businesses of any size and tech capability level connect their software applications and data.
Writer of Standing at the Sky’s Edge, a musical that tells the stories of people who live and love in a Park Hill flat over three overlapping timelines.
Kirsty Smitten, 28, Sheffield, awarded for founding spin-out company making first new class of antibiotics in over 35 years
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.
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.
The Foundry Climbing Centre in Sheffield was the UK's first dedicated indoor climbing centre. Opened in 1991 it was designed, by climbers, to suit everyone from beginner to expert. It offers walls up to 13m high and lead/top rope climbs with 150 routes and bouldering. Full instruction available and open to any competent climber. Walls suited to beginners through to advanced.
The final aspect of the New Era Square development (after residential and food and beverage, both already in place) is the 'work' spaces. Flexible to suit any needs, choose from 6 upper levels, and find out about bespoke fit-out packages for your business. The building is available to let, take a whole floor or just part of a floor.
The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world's favourite family musical returns, starring Claire Sweeney as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan comes to Sheffield.
Kiell Smith-Bynoe (star of Ghosts, Taskmaster and Stath Lets Flats) is bringing his smash hit improv comedy show to Sheffield.
Enjoy well-known names in some of the city's bigger venues to watching the next big thing in a pub backroom, you'll never be short of a great performance. Delve into our music event and gig listings to see what’s coming…
Once you've mastered the art of organic social media marketing, you might be curious to learn how paid ads could make a difference. Is your organic social media content getting lost in the noise? Ready to ditch the "boost post" blues? Scared of wasting money on social media ads that go nowhere? In this interactive workshop and live demo, you'll discover how paid social media campaigns (paid ads for short) can broaden your reach, increase engagement, and improve sales performance.
Welcome to Sheffield's AXE-citing yet slightly crazy leisure activity ... Urban Axe Throwing, yes really you read that right...AXES!!! Ever played darts? Who hasn't right? Well this is darts but with axes. Great fun for nights out, stag & hen parties, celebrations or team bonding sessions. Based only a few short minutes away from Kelham Island, it's an ideal location for a night on the town.
We are located at the heart of the old town centre, ideally placed to enjoy the facilities in and around Dronfield. Situated between the City of Sheffield and the Market Town of Chesterfield you will not be short of things to do. We are also just a 10 minute drive to the magnificent Peak District with its abundance of spectacular scenery, nature trails, historic buildings and tourist attractions as well as numerous villages and towns such as Bakewell and Eyam to name just two.
If you are looking for City Centre living then Figtree House couldn't be better positioned for you, situated off the main streets on a cobbled lane, yet only a short stroll from the Cathedral, and the shopping precinct of Fargate.
Offering a wide range of video game consoles and games for customers to enjoy! Pick a console, play a game and enjoy or just sit back and relax with a coffee and cake.
Bringing contemporary Italian-style cookery to lively Abbeydale Road. Get there early for their famous cannoli.
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.
Life’s not fair. It’s fabulous. After taking the West End by storm, where it became summer 2025’s biggest hit, selling out night after night, Burlesque the Musical is coming to Sheffield!
The smash-hit Broadway and West End musical sensation by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin is heading out on its first ever UK and Ireland Tour.
Following two hit UK tours, Biggest Award in Comedy nominee and resident (junior) Doctor Michael Akadiri prescribes Sheffield with a potent dose of his latest offering, Don’t Call Me Uncle!
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Sheffield following its previous sell out success!
After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence.
FourJaw has secured grant funding to accelerate the development of what has been dubbed the ‘fit bit for UK manufacturing.’
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.
Tickets for Good continues rapid growth in 2021 and announces that their ‘Ticket Bank’ service will now utilise the Spektrix network of arts venues. This will enable a seamless delivery of thousands of event tickets to charities, social prescribers and the NHS across the UK.
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.
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.
Student life in Sheffield is great. You can go out partying and still be able to drink, travel and eat within budget.
What better way to find the top trails than from inside knowledge from Ride Sheffield. Check them off your list.
One of Sheffield’s oldest and finest traditional pubs. Still standing from the 1830s, it oozes character and charisma, whilst also offering an excellent selection of real ales, wines and a very fine rum menu to top it off.
A quirky terrace café bar plus independent record store and gift shop, situated on Abbeydale Road.
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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 Lyceum Theatre are excited to announce this year’s panto will be… Cinderella! Panto legend Damian Williams will return for his 19th year, with further casting to be announced. The show will be written and directed by Paul Hendy and produced by Evolution Productions, the team that brought you the smash-hit pantos Snow White and Aladdin.