Sheffield: What To Do When You Visit Sheffield

The city of Sheffield is a very metropolitan place which for years has been one of the homes of steel. It is in this city where the making of stainless and crucible steel first took place and there are lots of places where you explore it's history. But Sheffield and South Yorkshire have many other things to offer that will make your stay in Sheffield enjoyable. 

1.    Beauchief Abbey – This is one of the most beautiful of all attractions that Sheffield has to offer. Although the tower of the abbey only remains which was built in 1175 the stones were re-used in the building of the church of St Thomas during the seventeenth century. When originally built this was the only Premonstratensian Abbey to be found in the West Ridings of Yorkshire. Today you can spend time just wandering around this peaceful medieval site and letting any modern day stress simply melt away.

2.    Beauchief Golf Course – Surrounding the abbey mentioned above is one of three public golf courses. This pay and play course like the other two is close to the city center and a round of golf here will keep you occupied for hours. The course is quite challenging but you'll be compensated by spectacular scenery to boot.

3.    Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet – As we know Sheffield is famous for its steel and this is an authentic 18th Century scythe works. You're able to visit the house, the scythe workshops, a crucible steel furnace, the dam {and|&} water wheels which were all important for steel production a couple hundred years ago. It provides you with a chance to get a feel for what life was like for those who worked in such jobs.

4.    Botanical Gardens – For those who are wanting to find some peace and tranquility when visiting this city then is a place worth visiting. English Heritage have classed this a Grade II site and with several listed buildings which include the glass pavilions. As you wander through these gardens you will see that much restoration work is being undertaken. This restoration is designed to enhance the original Victorian garden design and introduce back into it plants originally grown when the gardens were first laid. Disabled visitors will be pleased to know that their needs are being taken into consideration as well during the work.

5.     Cobweb Bridge – This is on the Five Weirs walk, a recent addition to Sheffield's tourist attractions.  The walk follows the banks of the River Don which stretch for 8 kilometers (5 miles) and takes you to the riverside path which leads to Rotherham and the Trans Pennine Trail. As you walk along this stretch of the river keep your eyes out for some the unusual wildlife that live along the banks. Engineering fans will be fascinated by the design of the bridge itself.

6. Peak District – Sheffield is a mere 5 miles from the eastern edge of this National Park. So whether you're looking for an energetic walk, or to climb one of the rock faces, you're well catered for. Almost every outdoor activitiy is well catered for here.  

Choose your Sheffield hotel or bed and breakfast here.