Moving to Sheffield for uni, and looking for ways to entertain yourself in the city? Well, good news, because there are plenty.
\n Probably known to your ‘rents as the ‘Steel City’, Sheffield is famous for its steel production back in the 19th century. But long since then, the city has grown to become known for having one of the most buzzing student nightlives in the UK, great food markets, shopping experiences and music festivals featuring the latest acts.<\/p>\n
Whether you’re a party animal, a foodie, a coffee connoisseur, or someone who loves long walks in the countryside, you can pretty much guarantee that Sheffield has something for you.
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Go for drinks on Carver Street<\/h3>\n
\n Carver Street is where you’ll find some of the liveliest bars and clubs in Sheffield. The Viper Rooms, Paris, and Crystal Bar are the places to go if R&B and club anthems are your thing, or check out Popworld if you love a good boogie to old-school pop tunes.<\/p>\n
And, just off Carver Street, you can head around the corner to West Street Live for afters’ (open until 4am) where they pull affordable pints and have live bands playing every night of the week.
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Check out the Moor Market<\/a><\/h3>\n\n The Moor Market<\/a>, located in the heart of Sheffield’s city centre, offers everything from street food, chain restaurants, locally sourced meat and veg, to craft beers and new garms.<\/p>\n And from this November, the Sheffield Vegan Market<\/a> will be brought to The Moor for the first time ever. It’ll offer a variety of vegan fast foods, healthy snacks, cruelty-free cosmetics, craft cheeses, ethical apparel and more.<\/p>\n It’s also well worth checking out The Light, a cinema and bar located at the bottom of the Moor, which offers student discount on tickets and drinks.
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Shop at Meadowhall<\/a><\/h3>\n\n If you’re in need of a big retail therapy session at your favourite high street and designer shops, Meadowhall <\/a>is the place to go to splash your cash. As the largest shopping centre in Yorkshire, you’ll easily lose a day wandering the halls of retail galore and dining in their food hall.
\n <\/p>\nTake a stroll through the Peak District<\/a><\/h3>\n\n Love luscious, green landscapes with breath-taking views? Then head over to the Peak District<\/a> National Park where you can go for a stroll, cycle across hilly tracks and watch wildlife in its natural habitat.
\n <\/p>\nMake fluffy friends at Graves Park Animal Farm<\/a><\/h3>\n\n When you move away from home, you may be leaving behind some seriously loved pet friends who you’ll miss dearly (maybe even more than your own parents). But, whilst they can’t be replaced, there’s a place you can go to get your fluffy fix: Graves Park Animal Farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n It’s free admission, 7 days a week, and you can meet Shetland ponies, alpacas, goats, piglets, guinea pigs, lambs and more.
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Crack the code at The Great Escape<\/a><\/h3>\n\n If you’re someone who loves a good puzzle and considers themselves a secret detective at heart, The Great Escape<\/a> is a fun challenge to smash with a group of mates (4 plus people gives you the best value).<\/p>\n For thrill-seekers who enjoy freaking themselves out for entertainment, Abducted, Alcatraz, Homicide, The Devil’s Playground, Run and Outbreak are all highly rated immersive experiences to go for.<\/p>\n
And, for those who just enjoy a good mystery solving session without the spooks, Submarine or The Mad Scientist are the games for you.
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Be at one with nature in Sheffield Winter Garden<\/h3>\n
\n If the Peaks are a little too far away, but you’re looking to inject some greenery into your day, Sheffield Winter Garden is a very Instagrammable glasshouse you can go to which is located just 5 minutes away from the city centre. You can admire a variety of 2,000 plants from all over the world, take some new pics from the 'gram and enjoy the serene atmosphere.
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Grab a drink and a bite to eat at Tamper Coffee Sellers Wheel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n Fancy yourself a bit of a coffee connoisseur? Sip on uniquely blended kiwi inspired coffee, and grab a bite to eat at Tamper Coffee Sellers Wheel<\/a>. The caf\u00e9 restaurant offers a range of coffees, tasty breakfast\/lunch options and cocktails. It’s a 19th century former silver smiths and has cool, industrial loft style d\u00e9cor.
\n <\/p>\nDo something different and go to Owlerton Greyhound Stadium<\/a><\/h3>\n <\/p>\n
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Get a group together to grab drinks and watch greyhounds bolt around the track at Owlerton Greyhound Stadium<\/a>. Located just 5 minutes from the city centre, the stadium is a great place to have a fun and affordable night out.
\n <\/p>\nBook tickets to Tramlines<\/a><\/h3>\n
And from this November, the Sheffield Vegan Market<\/a> will be brought to The Moor for the first time ever. It’ll offer a variety of vegan fast foods, healthy snacks, cruelty-free cosmetics, craft cheeses, ethical apparel and more.<\/p>\n It’s also well worth checking out The Light, a cinema and bar located at the bottom of the Moor, which offers student discount on tickets and drinks. \n If you’re in need of a big retail therapy session at your favourite high street and designer shops, Meadowhall <\/a>is the place to go to splash your cash. As the largest shopping centre in Yorkshire, you’ll easily lose a day wandering the halls of retail galore and dining in their food hall. \n Love luscious, green landscapes with breath-taking views? Then head over to the Peak District<\/a> National Park where you can go for a stroll, cycle across hilly tracks and watch wildlife in its natural habitat. \n When you move away from home, you may be leaving behind some seriously loved pet friends who you’ll miss dearly (maybe even more than your own parents). But, whilst they can’t be replaced, there’s a place you can go to get your fluffy fix: Graves Park Animal Farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n It’s free admission, 7 days a week, and you can meet Shetland ponies, alpacas, goats, piglets, guinea pigs, lambs and more. \n If you’re someone who loves a good puzzle and considers themselves a secret detective at heart, The Great Escape<\/a> is a fun challenge to smash with a group of mates (4 plus people gives you the best value).<\/p>\n For thrill-seekers who enjoy freaking themselves out for entertainment, Abducted, Alcatraz, Homicide, The Devil’s Playground, Run and Outbreak are all highly rated immersive experiences to go for.<\/p>\n And, for those who just enjoy a good mystery solving session without the spooks, Submarine or The Mad Scientist are the games for you. \n If the Peaks are a little too far away, but you’re looking to inject some greenery into your day, Sheffield Winter Garden is a very Instagrammable glasshouse you can go to which is located just 5 minutes away from the city centre. You can admire a variety of 2,000 plants from all over the world, take some new pics from the 'gram and enjoy the serene atmosphere. \n Fancy yourself a bit of a coffee connoisseur? Sip on uniquely blended kiwi inspired coffee, and grab a bite to eat at Tamper Coffee Sellers Wheel<\/a>. The caf\u00e9 restaurant offers a range of coffees, tasty breakfast\/lunch options and cocktails. It’s a 19th century former silver smiths and has cool, industrial loft style d\u00e9cor. <\/p>\n Get a group together to grab drinks and watch greyhounds bolt around the track at Owlerton Greyhound Stadium<\/a>. Located just 5 minutes from the city centre, the stadium is a great place to have a fun and affordable night out.
\n <\/p>\nShop at Meadowhall<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nTake a stroll through the Peak District<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nMake fluffy friends at Graves Park Animal Farm<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nCrack the code at The Great Escape<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nBe at one with nature in Sheffield Winter Garden<\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nGrab a drink and a bite to eat at Tamper Coffee Sellers Wheel<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n <\/p>\nDo something different and go to Owlerton Greyhound Stadium<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\n <\/p>\nBook tickets to Tramlines<\/a><\/h3>\n