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Culture that's worth shouting about.
In Sheffield, everything's so close by, you can pack more in.
What's On? Pick your date.
With a vibrant event programme all year round, there's always something happening.
Discover what made Sheffield great
As the Steel City we're pretty proud of our industrial heritage.

You are here: Sheffield City Life

What's On? Pick your date
With a vibrant event programme all year round, there's always something happening.
Take in the sights of the city
Sheffield's centre is fairly compact, so it makes walking between main attractions all the easier.
Eat & Drink
Whatever you fancy eating after a day of adventure, you can find it in Sheffield

The artisans, the adventures, the pubs, the people.

Walking around The Outdoor City, you’ll soon find what makes Sheffield special. We’re proud of our industrial past and we're still a city of innovation. With an array of independent eateries and microbreweries, plus live music, street art, exhibitions and a vibrant events scene, there's lots to keep you entertained. Come on in, we'll show you what to explore.

City Highlights

Around every corner, you'll find more to add to your adventures.

Public

Public is a table service bar with cocktails, natural wine, fine food any vinyl records in the former public convenience of Sheffield Town Hall.
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Peddler

The first Friday & Saturday of every month, Peddler showcase a fresh line-up of Britain's best street food traders, alongside top-notch craft beers, freshly made cocktails, live music and art.
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Enjoy quiet time in a tropical greenhouse
The Winter Garden is the largest urban glasshouse in Europe and offers visitors to Sheffield a place to stop awhile and pause for thought

23 Nov 2018
Follow the ale trail through Kelham Island
Amidst the industrial buildings of Kelham Island, is the best real ale trail in the city – if not the world.

23 Nov 2018
Tamper Coffee - Sellers Wheel

Bringing the very best of New Zealand Cafe culture to Sheffield.
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Head out on a gallery crawl
A zig-zagging trail of ever-changing contemporary exhibitions awaits exploration.

23 Nov 2018
The Broadfield

At the Broadfield they take pride in who they are, where they are, what they do, the food they make and the drinks they serve.
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Yellow Arch Studios

Yellow Arch is a successfull recording studio, teaching studio, band rehearsal facility and occasional party venue.
Crucible Theatre

The Crucible is the main producing venue in the Sheffield Theatres complex and receives touring works and hosting the World Snooker Championships.
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Explore More

When visiting a new city, it always helps to have a little direction so here are some ideas for places to head to.

A culinary tour around the world on London Road
Eat your way around the world without even leaving Sheffield. A mere hop away from the city centre, London Road is worth venturing off-piste for a culinary tour.

23 Nov 2018
The largest theatre complex outside of London
Sheffield’s theatreland converges in the heart of the city, the regally and aptly named Tudor Square.

23 Nov 2018
A walk through Sheffield's industrial history
This walk leads into what once was the heart of industrial Sheffield.

23 Nov 2018
Enjoy quiet time in a tropical greenhouse
The Winter Garden is the largest urban glasshouse in Europe and offers visitors to Sheffield a place to stop awhile and pause for thought

23 Nov 2018
Northern England's largest independent food hall
Inspired by the hawkers markets of South East Asia, The Cutlery Works is the newest addition to ever-expanding foodie destination, Kelham Island.

27 Nov 2018
Unearth Sheffield’s past on the Town Walk
The best way to get to know a place is treading its paths and connecting its history with the sights you see on your way.

23 Nov 2018