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Located in the heart of South Yorkshire, with the stunning backdrop of the Peak District National Park, Sheffield is an ideal base for a balanced and fulfilling working life. Once a major epicentre of industry, Sheffield is now very much a modern city with plenty of green spaces and activities to engage in after a hard days’ work.
Are you planning to move to Sheffield for the long-run? Whether you come from a high-octane city or a relaxed rural village, Sheffield has plenty to offer whatever your preferences.
Due to Sheffield’s relative size, there are plenty of law opportunities available to you spanning business and personal legal services. You can expect to be working in commercial, intellectual property, litigation, healthcare, personal injury and family law, to name but a few.
The city also hosts two universities, and graduates will generally remain in the city and contribute to its growing economy, working in services, industry and law. This young demographic contributes to a lively working and living environment.
The city is home to an exciting art scene, with a selection of impressive museums and galleries. The Weston Park Museum, located in a beautiful building dating back to 1875, recounts the history of Sheffield, and the Graves Gallery is home to a magnificent art collection. Alternatively, the graffiti artist, Phlegm, has a number of artworks dotted across the streets of Sheffield. You can check out his work near The Leadmill, The Moor, and Charter Row.
Sheffield also hosts a wide array of entertainment, ranging from theatre, live music and comedy. Key venues include the Leadmill, the Crucible, and Theatre Deli. Be sure to keep an eye out for new talent, exciting acts and performances.
Sheffield has an exciting nightlife scene that will undoubtedly keep you entertained. Due to the relatively compact size of the city, you won’t find yourself spending a fortune getting from one place to the next.
If you’re after a more traditional night out, the city is scattered with bars and pubs to keep you buzzing into the wee hours. The best bars and nightlife are primarily centred around four areas of Sheffield: the city centre, Kelham Island, the Antiques Quarter and Ecclesall Road. The city centre contains three key streets that are worth visiting if you want to let loose and have a good time:
West Street: the most popular and largest, with a mix of chain and independent restaurants and bars
Carver Street: with a bunch of small clubs and bars that tend to be open until late. Here you will find a diverse range of music genres and entertainment.
Division Street: this area of town tends to be more relaxed and alternative.
Sheffield is the only city in the UK that has part of a National Park inside its boundaries. Around a third of the city overlaps with the Peak District National Park, making it extremely easy to explore nature. From beautiful walks in the wilderness to exciting outdoor activities, the Peak District is likely to keep you busy on the weekends.
Located just outside the city centre, Sheffield Botanical Gardens offers a free distraction from the hustle and bustle of the city. Boasting an impressive catalogue of 5,000 plant species in 20 acres of land, the Gardens are perfect for a leisurely stroll.
If poor weather leaves you craving an indoor activity, why not head to the cinema? The Abbeydale Picture House is a recently renovated 1920s cinema that puts on a wide-ranging programme of film screenings and live events.
Even if you aren’t into the unusual and quirky, it’s definitely worth visiting the Indie Arcade, which offers the chance to shop vintage finds for hours on end. Located in a warehouse, you can immerse yourself in a labyrinth of antiques, vinyl, clothing and arts.
There are plenty of ways to get from A to B in Sheffield.The Stagecoach Supertram network consists of two routes: the Meadowhill/Middlewood (yellow) route, which will bring you to all the major sporting venues and one of Europe’s largest shopping malls; and the Halfway/Malin Bridge (blue) route, which will take you all the way to the Norfolk Heritage Park and the Rivelin Valley. You can purchase a ticket for the tram from the onboard staff, but if you plan to stay longer in Sheffield it might be worth asking for a specific pass. If you are a student, make sure to show your student ID because you will get a discount. There are also plenty of local bus routes to take you all around Sheffield.