Sheffield confirmed to host International Stillbirth Alliance Conference in 2023

Sheffield has won the bid to host the annual International Stillbirth Alliance conference which will see 300 delegates from all over the world gather in the city across three days, 30 June - 2 July 2023.

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.

ERF - Street Scene

Street-scene improvements have proven to be immensely popular as part of ERF delivery. These enhancements range from practical additions like bins, benches, and planters to transformative elements such as parklets, shopfront upgrades, and even a green living wall - all funded through ERF support.

ERF - Business collaboration and establishing trader groups

Nick Shields – High Street Business Advisor

With over 30 years' experience spanning design, renovation, and brand strategy, I’ve worked across a wide mix of sectors – from interiors and property to sustainable development and community enterprise. I’ve co-founded retail businesses, led creative projects for everything from hydrogen energy to high street renewal, and I bring a hands-on, practical approach to supporting small businesses.

Canoeing and SUPing in The Outdoor City

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.

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.

Sheffield’s Urban Boulders (including the Tour de Blocs challenge by bike)

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.

Russell’s Bicycle Shed Rides for Hendo’s

As the Organisers of the Cycle City Active City conference prepare for the event to open at Sheffield City Hall tomorrow, Russell Cutts, owner of Russell’s Bicycle Shed, Sheffield has this morning taken to the streets on one of his e-cargo bikes to make a collection from a very special Sheffield location and deliver to the conference venue. 

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