100 results for the term ‘today’
Tony Ryan OBE
Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Sheffield
Bricks and Bits Toy Shop
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.
Day Fever!
Full of people ready to party to the best feel good music, personally curated by Jon McClure of Reverend and the Makers, the gang behind Day Fever guarantee it'll be an afternoon of no holds barred fun times and dancing.
Back to the 80s Day Disco
Rewind the clock and spend your Bank Holiday afternoon partying like it’s the 80s at our 80s Bank Holiday Day Disco!
Cemetery Sessions Present: Lou Barnell, Stephen Carley & Teddy Hunter
Three artists will join us at the Samuel Worth Chapel for a night of experimental sound, immersive performance and music that resists easy description.
Aalfy - Open Day and Market Market
On Sunday November 1st the creative community learning studio at 108 The Moor is having an Open day and Maker Market.
Toy Story Lunch
Sheriff Woody's Festive Round-Up.
Exhibition | Quilts for the Longest Day: A Sewing Group's Accidental Journey
Every stitch counts… Quilts for the Longest Day began as a simple idea in a local fabric shop in Chapletown and grew into a powerful community movement to support veterans.
Richard Caborn
Richard represented Sheffield as an MEP for 5 years and an MP for 27 years, including Minister for Sport, and is very active in the city today.
Work begins on new street art project set to create Sheffield’s biggest mural
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.
Black History Month Celebration Day
Come along and enjoy a relaxed community celebration with food, activities and music. You can expect authentic Caribbean food and refreshments, domino games, craft activities and music. Everyone is welcome!
The beautiful game
The Sheffield Rules inspired the modern game, the World's First Football Club is still here, along with the World's Oldest Ground, and the World's Oldest Cup Match. It's certainly no overstatement to say that Sheffield helped shape the most popular sport in the world as we know it today.
Evolution of electronic music
The cultural impact of electronic music is closely tied to Sheffield, whose late‑70s and early‑80s pioneers helped shape the genre as we know it. Today, the city’s artists, producers, performers and festivals continue to lead the way, pushing boundaries, shaping the industry and introducing audiences to new sounds and unforgettable experiences.
New documentary explores Sheffield's influence on electronic music
Featuring personal reflections and insights from key figures connected to Sheffield's music scene, From the Ground Up explores not only the city's rich musical heritage, but also the creativity, experimentation and independent spirit that continue to define Sheffield today.
Park Hill
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.
Of these Folk
What does folk singing mean in England today, and who takes part?
Castlegate and Victoria Quays
Thanks to the Grey to Green project, use of meanwhile spaces, and inventive creations from markets to skateboard areas, Castlegate is seeing a total transformation.
David Greilsammer - Dance or Die
One of today’s most audacious conductors and pianists, live at Firth Hall
The World As We See It
Redefining dance from the African Diaspora, ACE dance and music’s new double bill presents two powerful contrasting visions of our world today.
Families
Discover family-friendly things to do in Sheffield. From parks and museums to animal adventures and great food, plan your perfect family getaway today!
Reich: Electric Counterpoint
A magnetic performer, prolific recording artist, and a curious and wide-ranging musical explorer, this is a chance to experience one of the most celebrated musicians working today in the intimate setting of the Playhouse.
Beauchief Abbey
People have been organising the church, worshipping and teaching at Beauchief Abbey since 1176. The Beauchief Abbey church continues today to explore and promote the Christian life in ways that are both modern and traditional.
The Cross Scythes, Totley
Your local pub and dining venue at the gateway to the Peaks. The Cross Scythes opened as a pub in 1818 by Samuel Hopkinson, a local farmer and scythe maker. Today the pub continues to support local farmers, brewers and fresh produce suppliers.
Potter Throw Down at The Pavilion
Watch the experts demonstrate how to throw a variety of pots then jump in and have a go! No experience required. Total beginners welcome!
Layton Live
Olivier Award winner, and Tony Award nominee, Layton Williams is taking to the stage for his nationwide tour.
Top things to see walking around the city centre
Sheffield City Centre has a huge variety of architecture and public spaces to enjoy, so you can wander round with friends and a coffee and have a really nice day without spending too many of those precious pounds.
Revolution, Revelation, Reinforcement: Queer Legacies in Sheffield’s Art Collection
LGBTQ+ art and heritage have endured across the centuries, with communities continuing to express and preserve their Queer stories. This new exhibition brings together artworks and objects from Sheffield’s collections to explore how Queer art speaks to our lives today.
Killian Sundermann: Killian Dollar Baby
After his sell-out UK and Ireland tour in 2025 including a total sell-out run at the Edinburgh festival Killian is back with Killian Dollar Baby.
Aleena Madathiparambil Saju - student at the University of Sheffield
"I’ve been to many cities around England and at the end of the day I’m always glad that I chose to study at Sheffield."
Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
Kumar is 40. His mind is breaking. His body is worse. Expect existential angst and political disquiet from comedy’s cheekiest boy.
Aqua Park
Try out the “Total Wipeout” style Aqua Park (inflatable outdoor water assault course) in Rother Valley Country Park. Complete with huge inflatable slides, trampoline, inflatable climbing wall, runways and of course the blast bag.
Abby Abrames - Social Media Advisor
Abby is friendly, approachable and hands on, having spent more than two decades working across advertising and marketing—on both traditional and digital platforms. Abby is the owner of Valley Marketing, a Sheffield based marketing consultancy dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes grow. Work ranges from shaping long term strategy to running day to day social media campaigns—whatever’s required to get results.
Beta Climbing Designs
Beta Climbing Designs was set up by Si Berry and Ian Barnes at the turn of the millennium to get their new remote clipping device "The BetaStick" into the marketplace. Over the coming years, The BetaStick went global and can now be found in sport climbers rucksacks all over the world. Today Beta Climbing Designs now has an extended product range beyond BetaStick, which can be found in climbing stores all over the world. They now produce various pieces of climbing equipment also.
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."
Sheffield to host UK’s largest active travel event
The two-day Cycle City Active City event will take place on 5 and 6 July at City Hall and Barkers Pool, and will see more than 800 active travel professionals welcomed to Sheffield.
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’s Visitor Economy Tops £2 Billion
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.
Bangkok Wellness Thai Massage & Spa
Discover the ultimate relaxation at Bangkok Wellness Thai Massage & Spa, your sanctuary for authentic Thai Massage in Sheffield. They offer a range of traditional treatments designed to relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, and restore balance to your body and mind.
Manor Park
A story of transformation and success for a place once dubbed 'The Worst Estate In Britain', Green Estate CIC is a not for profit organisation which has been working to improve the quality of life in the Manor Ward of Sheffield since 1998.
The Buzz for Sheffield's Food Scene
Is Sheffield the UK’s most exciting food city? Quite possibly, as an increasing number of the city’s restaurants and bars have been popping up in national listings and awards. Here we take a look at those attracting the attention...
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
Bench La Cave
Bakery by day, wine bar by night and bottle shop all day! They stock ‘Dan’s sourdough' amongst a selection of sweet treats, sandwiches and provisions during the day, then early evening is when the venue changes into a wine bar.
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.
Sheffield’s Child Health Technology Conference builds global community
Sheffield is set to deliver an exciting follow up to the UK's first-ever Child Health Technology Conference in May 2022, with a host of international speakers set for the second edition.
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.
The Home of Football
When most people think Sheffield and football, their first thoughts are probably towards the city’s two current biggest clubs, Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday, little do they know the city’s crucial role in establishing this international sport, which is now played and adored around the globe.
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.
Get on the Black Friday Bandwagon
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.
Mausoleum of the Giants book released
An incredible photographic record of Phelgm's Mausoleum of the Giants exhibition and the exhaustive physical process involved, has now been released as a brand new book to create a lasting reminder of this epic three-week installation.
Automate Your Business with AI
Discover how AI automation can help you build intelligent systems and agents to support day to day business tasks and workflows.
Ekspan: £1m turnover increase supported by a Productivity Grant
At Business Sheffield, we support manufacturers across the city to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and grow through targeted investment. Through the Productivity Grant, we help businesses invest in equipment, technology and processes that strengthen operations and increase competitiveness.
The art of climbing
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.
Vanessa Toulmin
Vanessa's dedication, energy and enthusiasm take her way beyond her actual job title.
Tabitha - Sheffield Hallam University Student
Tabitha studied LLB (Hons) Law at Sheffield Hallam and is now working as a barrister at Park Square Barristers in Leeds where she practises criminal law and acts as an independent advocate for both the prosecution and defence.
The advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors in Sheffield
We are known all over the world as a leading centre for engineering research, advanced manufacturing (or 2.0, as some call it), light weight technologies and specialist materials - and, perhaps most importantly, having the knowledge and skills base from our Universities to excel in prototyping and R&D too.
Sheffield’s museums make history as they unite for new era
Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust and Museums Sheffield have announced they are to join together to form one of the city’s biggest cultural organisations.
Tropical Butterfly House
Encounter the exotic and discover a wild family day out at the Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre. Meet lemurs, meerkats, owls, otters, snakes, and other amazing animals during unforgettable animal encounters throughout the day.
Getting to Sheffield
Sheffield is located in South Yorkshire at the very heart of the UK. The city's central location also puts it at heart of the UK's major rail and road networks, meaning it's easy to get to and is around 1 hours’ drive from 3 international airports.
‘Behind the Scenes’ Reveal of Major New Artwork for Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
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.
City Breaks
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.
Christmas Card Printing Workshops
Step away from the Christmas rush and spend a creative day at the Botanical Gardens learning the art of lino printing.
Bullion Chocolate Tasting at Cutlers' Hall
Celebrate National Chocolate Day at Cutlers' Hall with an indulgent evening celebrating Sheffield's bean-to-bar chocolate makers, Bullion.
Reframing the Lens: spotlight on contemporary Japanese Women Filmmakers.
A two-day event focuses on women in Japanese cinema, including screenings, filmmaker Q&A's, and an optional workshop.
Pumpkin patch & apple festival
Whirlow’ s Pumpkin Patch and Apple festival, a great day out for all the family including our four legged friends!
Renishaw Hall and Gardens
Renishaw Hall Gardens make an excellent day out for families as well as garden, history and art enthusiasts.
Sheffield's indie book shops
Whether you're visiting for a day or exploring like a local, here’s your guide to Sheffield’s most distinctive indie bookshops.
The Boston Arms
Micro pub on Woodseats high-street, serving coffee by day and a fantastic selection of beer/cocktails in the evening.
CitySpareSpace
Don't lug your luggage round when you visit Sheffield, store it with CitySpareSpace and enjoy your day.
DBAB - 1 Year
On Monday 7th June 2024, the Diverse Business Advisory Board met at the National Centre of Excellence for Food Engineering (NCEFE) to celebrate the first-year achievements of the Diverse Business Advisory Board, reviewing the priorities we’ve delivered on, and offering suggestions for what’s worked well and what could be improved.
Charles Turner
Charles Turner is Director of Made in Sheffield, the city's registered trade mark which is known as a sign quality across the world.
Rob Lawley - Service Manager
Rob Lawley is the Service Manager for Business Sheffield, leading the delivery of programmes that help Sheffield’s businesses start, grow and thrive. Before stepping into this role, Rob worked as a Business Advisor within the service, supporting entrepreneurs and early‑stage businesses across a wide range of sectors.
About The Economic Recovery Fund in Sheffield
The Economic Recovery Fund supported local businesses and organisations to get people visiting and spending money in their neighbourhoods. That meant anything from delivering events for businesses to connect with customers; creating exciting new features to draw people in; making the high street a nicer place to spend time; or something completely different. Solutions are designed by local people for local people, using their insight into what would work on their high street.
ERF - Spotlight On
The Economic Recovery Fund (ERF) ran between February 2021 and April 2025. It was a unique, innovative grant fund that aims to support local economic recovery in local high streets by empowering local groups of businesses to implement changes themselves.
How Innovation in Action Helped Ascent Safety Fabrications Explore AI Solutions
Discover how Ascent Safety Fabrications used the Innovation in Action Productivity Challenge to explore AI solutions and improve efficiency.
Island Cafe Bar
Based at Keham Island Museum, Island is a café by day and bar/eatery by night. From breakfast to brunch and onward to supper, their seasonally-led menu is designed to satisfy your appetite throughout the day, with an enticing selection of classic and contemporary dishes.
Elm
Elm is a small neighbourhood hangout, for good coffee, good wines and good goods. During the week Elm serve speciality coffee, a perfect little all day brunch menu, sandwiches/soup of the day, bespoke cakes and their infamous cinnamon buns.
Visiting Sheffield with two wheels
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.
Access to Finance Sheffield: Grants, Loans, Microfinance and Equity Options for Local Businesses
Discover the key insights from Sheffield’s Access to Finance event, where local experts shared practical funding options including grants, loans, microfinance, equity, and more to help businesses grow.
Spring Conference News 2024
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.
El Paso
El Paso is located in the centre of Sheffield and offers a fine variety of cuisine with the very best Italian and Mexican food being the order of the day.
LYKKE Sheffield
Located in New Era Square, LYKKE is a Danish inspired bar and coffee house, offering a chilled atmosphere in the day and a lively atmosphere in the evening.
Cosy Club
At Cosy Club, they pride themselves on offering all day relaxed dining and drinking with a touch of timeless glamour, for those looking to celebrate and socialise in beautiful and grand surroundings.
The Indie Arcade
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.
Zagyoga Iyengar Yoga Studio
Zagyoga is a beautiful Yoga studio situated in the heart of Sheffield. Their yoga classes run every day of the week with a variety of levels to cater for everyone.
An Evening with Chris Morgan
Sheffield United is delighted to welcome home one of the Club's greatest modern-day captains and characters, Chris Morgan, to Bramall Lane on Wednesday 18th November.
Novacaine Festival 2026
Novacaine, The UK's New Music Discovery Festival is set to return on Saturday 28th November 2026 for a full day of non-stop rising rock & metal legends!
FFStival 2026: Sheffield’s Female-led Film Festival
FFStival returns to the Showroom Cinema this autumn for a vibrant one-day celebration highlighting the work of women and non-binary filmmakers in all incarnations of cinema.
Forest Dogs
For many, the isolation and loneliness created by successive national and local lockdowns was alleviated by the pitter-patter of puppy paws, but as dog owners faced the prospect of returning to the workplace, a canine loving entrepreneur turned his passion for pooches into pounds after calling on help from Launchpad.
Roger Smith - High Street Business Advisor
Meet Roger, one of our team of High Street specialists. He’s regularly out and about in Hillsborough and Stocksbridge.
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.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Staying Competitive
In a constantly changing world, standing still can leave your business behind. Learn how regular SWOT analysis and market research can help you stay competitive and anticipate industry changes. Discover practical tips to keep up with customers, competitors, and market trends for ongoing success.
Tourism brought £1.85 billion boost to Sheffield’s Economy in 2024
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.
Explore the parks of the UK's greenest city
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.
A walk on the wild side at Wyming Brook
An unexpected slice of wilderness on the western fringes of Sheffield, Wyming Brook’s babbling streams, mossy crags and sweet smelling pines are protected as a valuable home to wildlife.
Parkruns in Sheffield
Sheffield has a thriving parkrun scene, with six regular weekly events in the city, plus one just over the border at Rother Valley, convenient for Sheffielders based further South East- meaning that wherever you live/stay, you’re not too far away from one of the events
McLaren: £100 million of GVA to the local economy by 2028.
The prestige of McLaren choosing our city is humbling and speaks for itself, but importantly for Sheffield it has also created approximately 200 jobs and will provide an estimated £100 million of GVA (gross value added) benefit to the local economy by 2028.
