What To See and Do When You Stay in Sheffield

The city of Sheffield in South Yorkshire is a very metropolitan place and for many years has been synonymous with the production of steel. Both stainless steel and crucible steel were first made in this city and there are lots of places where you explore it's history. But there are plenty of other attractions in Sheffield and the surrounding area that one can enjoy when visiting Sheffield. 

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 stone from it was then used to build the Church of St Thomas in the 17th Century. This was originally the only Premonstratensian Abbey in the whole of this part of Yorkshire. Today you can spend time just wandering around this peaceful medieval site and relaxing away from modern stresses and strains.

2.    Beauchief Golf Course – This is one of three golf courses in the area and it stands in the grounds of the abbey. Like it's two neighbors, this course is one where you can just turn up and play and is easily accessed from the centre of the city 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 – Celebrating Sheffield's steel history, this is an authentic scythe works, dating back to the eighteenth century. As you wander around you can view not only the house but the 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.    Sheffield Botanical Gardens – These are peaceful and tranquil gardens for you to enjoy. English Heritage have classed this a Grade II site and with several listed buildings which include the glass pavilions. The gardens are currently being extensively restored. 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 – Although only a recently added attraction to the city of Sheffield it is part of the Five Weirs walk.  This walk allows one to stroll along the banks of the River Don , lasts around five 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 National Park – Sheffield is a mere 5 miles from the eastern edge of this National Park. Take time to spend it exploring the varied landscape and try and spot some of the areas wonderful wildlife. Not only is this a favorite place for walkers to visit but also climbers and cyclists as well.  

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