Simon Walton, business information officer

Meet Simon, one of our team of High Street specialists. He’s regularly out and about in his patches- Chapletown, High Green, Ecclesfield, Grenoside, Walkley, Mosborough and Hackenthorpe.

Marianne Hawksworth, investment manager

Marianne supports existing Sheffield businesses in relocations and expansions, as well as businesses from outside the city that are looking to invest here. You can chat to her about property or site locations, liaising with agents and organising itinerary for viewings, and signposting businesses for staff relocation support services which include securing accommodation and establishing roots in the city.

Matt Bigland

Matt moved to Sheffield in 1998 for a degree at Sheffield Hallam University and fell in love with the city.

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.

Festivals

Economic Recovery Fund

The Economic Recovery Fund (ERF) is 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. 

Peaks of Colour

Peaks of Colour is a walking club created by Sheffield journalist and activist Evie Muir, providing a safe space for people of colour to access Sheffield’s green spaces.

Major new sustainable aviation fuels centre to be built in South Yorkshire

A new centre that will lead research, innovation and commercial testing of sustainable aviation fuels - the first of its kind in Europe - is to be built by the University of Sheffield.

Couples

Whether it's a special romantic occasion or you just simply want to explore somewhere new, there's lots to enjoy with your favourite person in Sheffield, The Outdoor City.

Look Up, it's Corbin Shaw!

The first digital media piece by Sheffield-born, renowned artist Corbin Shaw, celebrating the spirit of this brilliant city.