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‘Steel City’ is an informal name given to Sheffield back in the Middle Ages; however, it is still relevant. The convenient location of the city contributed to the rapid development of blacksmiths; there were deposits of coal and iron ore in Sheffield and the surrounding area. According to historical records, the first blacksmith in the town was founded in the 13th century; during the Middle Ages, smithies were found literally on every street. Houses located on narrow streets were completely covered with soot making their facades very dark, so there was very gloomy atmosphere in the city. Travelers who will explore local attractions would notice that the city hasn’t any old building with a light-colored facade. Once there was a large-scale production of knives, axes, dining utensils and other accessories made of steel that were famous for their high quality. These items have attracted merchants from distant countries for many years. Currently, there is no large-scale production there; however, a beautiful set of cutlery still remains a popular souvenir among travelers. Local people are very respectful to their history and culture. An incredibly beautiful historic festival is held annually in Sheffield. The festival highlights not only the local culture, but also the history of distant countries. Event attendees can learn a lot of interesting things about ancient Greece and Rome and watch battles of the Viking; famous historical events are represented … Read further

Travel guides to Sheffield

Cuisine and top restaurants

What may surprise discerning palates in the classic English city? Delicious meat dishes and traditional Yorkshire pudding, classic fish treats with a side dish of fries and excellent pastries illustrate the simplicity of the local cuisine. In total, the city has more than 500 attractive restaurants and cafes; restaurants of national cuisine represent the vast part of dining places. The Greenhead House restaurant is … Open

Traditions and mentality of Sheffield

Local people are very respectful to their history and culture. An incredibly beautiful historic festival is held annually in Sheffield. The festival highlights not only the local culture, but also the history of distant countries. Event attendees can learn a lot of interesting things about ancient Greece and Rome and watch battles of the Viking; famous historical events are represented during the festival. … Open

Travel guide to Sheffield

Sheffield is considered as the greenest city of England. It is second to none in the number of parks and trees growing here. In the city, there are several large greenhouses, the biggest of which is the Winter Gardens. It presents exotic plants from all corners of the world. The guests of the city can visit it even in winter. The construction has a great architectural value. The small square in front of the … Open

Advices for travellers

7. Locals are very neat; your clothing should always be relevant and tidy. You shouldn’t go to a restaurant or a business meeting in a normal everyday clothes; it’s better to choose a suit or a dress for such an occasion. 8. Those who expect to attend local pubs have to consider that there is no waiter’s service in such places. Customers make orders and pay at the bar. If you wish to leave a tip … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Among many golf centers vacationers point out Beauchief and Moor View; among sports centers, King Edward's with its huge swimming pool is noteworthy. A choice of cinemas, entertainment centers and casinos in Sheffield is just huge. Penistone Paramount Cinema remains the most visited cinema in the city; fans of gambling enjoy the Mecca Bingo casino. Bowling fans will like to rest in the Hollywood Bowl. A huge variety … Open

Cultural excursion through Sheffield - things to see

Once it was the large-scale industrial city. Today Sheffield is an attractive tourist and cultural center. The city has everything you need for an exciting holiday, including an abundance of historical sites. The Beauchief Abbey is situated in the southern part of the city; it was founded in 1183. The abbey was a large-scale complex of monastic buildings, but only a beautiful tower acting as the church has survived … Open

Travelling around Great Britain - transportation network

Two-story red buses are the feature of the UK. However, few people have heard about red double-decker trams. Although they are quite common in London. Such mean pf transport appeared in the capital 50 years ago. Later it disappeared, and only a few years ago local authorities returned such transport to the city. It is worth noting that you can buy a travel card, which allows traveling by bus and by tram. Also, the metro is very popular in the capital. This one is among the oldest in the world. There are only 12 lines. Many of them are mixed and have land and underground sections. The branches themselves are rather confused, so when traveling, you should closely follow the route map. Please note that hitch-hiking is common in the UK. This type of transportation is safe and inexpensive. … Open

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