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Miniguide to Sheffield: The city of Sheffield known as “The Steel City” is nestled within the English county of South Yorkshire. Back in the 1900’s, Sheffield was famed for its industry. But now its a vibrant and modern metropolis set against the picturesque backdrop of the Peak District National Park.
Sheffield’s central district is the hotspot for retail, nightlife and culture. Those coming back to the city will notice a huge transformation. The cityscape has seen an incredible transformation over the last 10 years, with magnificent architecture to be admired. Sheffield is jam packed with things to see and do, places to eat and drink and places to shop to your heart’s content.
In the centre of the city you’ll find the Millenium Gallery; Sheffield’s premier art gallery and museum. The collections include some of the finest metalwork in the world, including cutlery and tableware that have made the city famous.
For a fabulous shopping experience get yourself over to Meadowhall, with over 280 stores to choose from. The popularity of Meadowhall has been blamed for the closure of shops in Sheffield City Centre and Rotheram!
Sheffield is home to some magnificent buildings. Sheffield Cathedral is the city’s oldest building at over 1000 years old. The cathedral is a welcoming space and home to a vibrant community of worshipers.
For the foodies and coffee connoisseurs, Sheffield is home to loads of great cafes and restaurants. Head on over to Silversmiths for a modern Yorkshire menu or grab a quick coffee at the Steam Yard. You can be sure that Sheffield’s food scene has something to cater to everyone’s palate.
Sheffield Travel Information
Sheffield is a pretty compact city, so getting around is fairly easy. You can clock up some mileage on foot or hop on a bus or tram. There’s plenty to discover. The closest airport is Doncaster Sheffield Airport which is about a 30 minute drive into the centre of Sheffield. Sheffield i served by a comprehensive bus and train network so you’ll have no shortage of transport options. For airport transfers, you can hire a taxi, minibus or coach to get you where you need to go.
