Introduction

One of the country’s largest cities, Sheffield has recently become something of a cultural hub, shaking off the reputation as an industrial centre and instead becoming one of culture and huge musical accomplishments. With one of the largest student populations in the country, the entertainment on offer is as diverse as the people living within the area. With artists such as Pulp and Arctic Monkeys coming from the area, the city has risen to international fame and has renovated and evolved into a cosmopolitan accordingly. Thanks to its close location to the likes of Manchester and Leeds, Sheffield serves as an ideal basis for a tour of the North’s most infamous and cultural cities.

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Important things to note

Highlights & Hotspots

Despite its industrial status, Sheffield is perhaps one of the greenest cities in the UK, with three trees to every one resident. As a result the city is also home to some of the most beautiful public gardens the UK has to offer, with the Winter Gardens being the crown jewel.
Meadowhall is perhaps one of the biggest reasons people visit the city, with more than three million shoppers every year, the mall is home to 280 stores suited for every pocket, along with an entertainment multiplex and a vast food court.
A number of different inner-city festivals take place throughout the year, with Tramlines being the signature music event taking place across the city every year since 2009. For comedy lovers, Grin Up North is one of the leading English comedy festivals, with huge comedians performing alongside up and coming names.
Families will adore the Weston Park Museum, a recently renovated museum with extremely modern features looking at the history of the Arctic, natural history, art and treasure, along with a look back at the history of Sheffield itself.