Welcome to Sheffield - we'd love to show you around!
Inventive, inclusive, unexpected...
This is who we are. This city – and the people who make it. People who are both down-to-earth and restless. Every day, defining a place that never fails to raise an eyebrow.
A city of makers, past and future. This spirit fuels the collaborative, creative culture that’s unique to Sheffield.
It powers two world-leading universities, a thriving independent scene, the sense of community, the sense of adventure, the famously friendly welcome.
And the Peak District National Park is our backyard. Look around – Sheffield is yours to explore.
Weekend Away?
Last year, Sheffield was listed as the 2nd best City Break destination in Europe by TimeOut and more recently was named the UK Foodie Capital in a report by Accor.
That means amazing food, theatre, street art, gigs, bars, clubs and festivals can all be enjoyed, while you also hike, climb and ride through the greenest city in the UK - 1/3 of Sheffield is actually inside the Peak District National Park.
Sound like a good way to spend a few days?
XMAS
2024
Christmas in Sheffield 2024
Christmas is coming and there’s lots happening in Sheffield to help get you into the festive spirit.
Soak up the seasonal atmosphere at the traditional Christmas Markets in Sheffield City Centre, pick up unique Sheffield-made gifts at a whole host of market events and be sure to take some time to enjoy one of the many seasonal shows and performances on offer.
2025
Big Events and Festivals 2025
Once again, Sheffield is gearing up for another year of exciting events across the city - from outdoor markets to food and drink festivals and major sporting events to big music festivals, there's something for everyone.
Planning a trip to the city? See what's coming up in 2025 and you may find the perfect addition to your Sheffield stay...
What's happening in Sheffield?
JÖRO 2.Ö to Open at Oughtibridge Mill in January 2025
2025 marks the start of an exciting new era for Sheffield's acclaimed restaurant JÖRO, as they open a new destination where world-class dining, hospitality and innovation unite.
Sheffield Street listed second in the Top 10 Hotspots for indie shops
American Express and Shop Small commissioned research with GlobalData to reveal the top 10 UK high streets for independent shops, with Sheffield's Division /Devonshire Street placing second.
Transforming Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield City Centre is undergoing significant change.With so much regeneration happening, it can be hard to keep up with all of the exciting developments, so here you'll find the latest news of what’s new and what's happening next.
Sheffield spotlighted as UK travel destination on German Breakfast TV
Airing on German Breakfast show programme, ZDF’s Volle Kanne, the 13-minute city piece was broadcast in two segments and took German viewers on a whistle-stop tour or Sheffield’s key attractions, vibrant places and green spaces.
Sheffield’s new independent retail hub opens to the public
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.
Flagship Radisson Blu hotel now open in Sheffield City Centre
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.
Europe's largest purpose-built food hall, Cambridge Street Collective opens in Sheffield
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.
Kelham Island rated as one of Britain's coolest neighbourhoods (again!)
Consistently cool! Sheffield's Kelham Island district has been in the press once again, having been named amongst the coolest neighborhoods in Britain according to The Telegraph.
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.
Sheffield crowned UK Foodie Capital
Sheffield has been named as the UK Food Capital of the UK, according to a report by hospitality provider, Accor, as they reviewed the very best locations to indulge your taste buds and identified the best spots for different cuisines.
Look Up!
Sheffield's new Augmented Reality Art Trail is turning rooftops of some of the city's most iconic buildings into a gallery like no other.
Simply download the app (available for IOS and Android) and head out to one of four locations where you'll find a Look Up portal, scan the QR code and then wait for the magic to happen. What will you see?
We don't want to ruin the surprise...
What can we help you with?
Organising a conference?
Conference Sheffield are here to help with all your event planning needs. There's nothing they love more, than finding venues, experiences and experts which will really make your event stand out and wow your delegates. They can help with all the practical stuff too, like accommodation and travel.
Figuring out where to go to university?
Sheffield has over 60,000 students across two world-leading Universities, and Marketing Sheffield works with both of them to make sure the city is internationally recognised as a fantastic place to live and study, because it really is. Take a peek at what's on offer...
Could this be the next place for your business?
Home to McLaren, Boeing & Rolls Royce
A cluster of global manufacturing companies are working in tandem with Sheffield's world-leading Universities, landowners and local authorities to create the UK’s Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District- a nucleus of ingenuity, research and technology, designed for collaboration and rapid commercialisation.
Incubation & Acceleration
Sheffield is the Best City in the UK to start a business according to startups.co.uk, which noted us for our low cost of living, large working population and fantastic transport links.
Our first-class business support, talent attraction and collaborative culture play a massive part too.
Health & Wellbeing
Facilities, access to complementary sectors, and inventive people who are experts in their field, make Sheffield one of the best places in the world for this thriving sector right now. Sheffield's Olympic Legacy Park is at the forefront, creating a innovative ecosystem where knowledge bases, research centres and industry can all come together to help transform lives.
