Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield town centre has changed dramatically over the last 15 yrs. Until the mid 80s there existed numerous old factories, workshops and industrial estates, throwbacks to a more industrial past. These all added to the dirty grimy perception of a Sheffield that had long since been consigned to history. However, heavy investment in redevelopment and a new trend for city living has meant the leveling of vast tracts of the city and the construction of many new, modern housing developments, recreational facilities and shopping areas. Having such a large student population ( 45000+) means Sheffield has a thriving social scene. The ever popular West Street, connecting the Sheffield University with the town centre, offers a seemingly endless run of shops bars and restaurants, catering to all tastes and budgets. Large pedestrian shopping areas in the centre of town ( The Moor and Fargate) offer most of the high street chains with the Supertram taking you to Meadowhall for anything you can’t find. A number of theaters (including the faithfully refurbished Lyceum), museums and galleries present the option of a more cultural experience.
Crookes
west of the city centre lies Crookes. Bordered by both Broomhill and Walkley the area remains popular with students although it is slowly reverting to young professionals and families too. There are great public transport links to the city past the University and plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to go at. To the western edge of Crookes are the Bole hills. A popular recreational area overlooking the Rivelin Valley, originally a Bronze Age open air lead smelting site, it now has football nets, tennis courts, bowling greens and even a BMX course. Set on a vast terraced hill looking west it make s a great spot to catch the sunset.
Nether Edge
Nether Edge With tree lined roads and large, stone built Victorian houses, Nether Edge nestles in the southwest of the city. Historically, much of the area was developed by local cutler George Wostenholm (18oo-1876), who had travelled extensively in his quest to promote Sheffield’s cutlery excellence in the United States. He set up his head office in New York, and it was Kenwood Village in New York that became the inspiration for the estate he laid out in what would become nether edge. His home here, Kenwood house is now the Marriot hotel, the entrance of which stands at the corner of Kenwood Park road.Modern Nether Edge still retains its old charm, but with every amenity one might need today within walking distance. The famous London road restaurant quarter is only a 5 minute walk away; there are 2 local theaters, the Lantern and the Merlin, and every convenience store imaginable. Local bus services will take you in any direction you wish, and proximity to the city center (15 mins walk), opens the door to tourists, business people and pleasure seekers alike.
Walkley
Walkley- just over the hill from Crookes and stretching north west almost as far as the ring road is Walkley. Always popular with students and young professionals the area has great transport links with the city and the Sheffield University is literally at the end of the street. That street is South road which bisects Walkley, becoming Barber road, Crookes Valley road, Winter street and finally Bolsover street as you travel the 1.5 miles to ‘University Roundabout’. Crookes Valley park is on the way, with its boating lake the centre piece of a beautifully landscaped Victorian park. There is also the Dam house bar/restaurant overlooking the lake.
Ecclesall Road
Coopers house is situated on the site of the old Wards Brewery on Ecclesall Road (A625), which was closed for business in 1999 after more than 150 years of beer making in the vicinity.
The flats that stand in its place bear testament to the brewing history of the area with names like The Granary and Drayman’s Court.
Ecclesall Rd itself has a reputation as being one of the premier shopping and entertaining areas outside of the city centre, and the route through one of the most affluent suburbs in the country. Coopers house sits at the town end of ‘eccy’ Road being only ¾ of a mile from the town centre, making it a handy spot for business in town or trying one of the myriad restaurants, bars or boutiques that make this one of the most popular streets in the city.
Aside from this, the A625 is also one of quickest ways to get straight out of the city towards the picturesque and ever popular Peak District, with a reliable and frequent bus service all the way to the heart of the ‘Peaks’.
Broomhall
Broomhall – Broomhall takes its name from Broom Hall, built around 1500 and still standing today, although it has been through a number of facelifts and redevelopment schemes since. The area is actually bordered to the northwest by the University of Sheffield, and with only the ring road separating it from the city centre it retains a strong student presence. (There are actually student halls on Brunswick St and the student union opposite the end of the same street.)
Broomhill
Broomhill – the area of Broomhill is certainly the most prestigious of all Sheffields student areas and one of the most desirable for anyone coming to town to study. With 6 pubs and every kind of convenience store you could need, Broomhill has for the past 30 years been the Sheffield student Mecca.Historically Broomhill grew up around what was once the Crookesmoor racecourse. This closed in 1871 and the site saw the construction of a mix of back to back work housing (around Peel Street) and the large Victorian residences that are dotted about the area. (A large percentage of these have been converted to student flats). The name Broomhill comes from the first house built on the hill overlooking the already established area of Broomhall. Given the name by the owner William Newbould, who also lends his name to the road that runs down from the shops parallel to Glossop rd and past king Edwards’s school. The Botanical Gardens mark the southern boundary of the area. Established in 1836 on farmland owned by local snuff manufacturer Joseph Wilson, the Gardens have provided not only a popular tourist attraction but also a place of respite and contemplation for locals.
City Centre
City Centre – Sheffield town centre has changed dramatically over the last 15 yrs. Until the mid 80s there existed numerous old factories, workshops and industrial estates, throwbacks to a more industrial past. These all added to the dirty grimy perception of a Sheffield that had long since been consigned to history. However, heavy investment in redevelopment and a new trend for city living has meant the leveling of vast tracts of the city and the construction of many new, modern housing developments, recreational facilities and shopping areas. Having such a large student population ( 45000+) means Sheffield has a thriving social scene. The ever popular West Street, connecting the Sheffield University with the town centre, offers a seemingly endless run of shops bars and restaurants, catering to all tastes and budgets. Large pedestrian shopping areas in the centre of town ( The Moor and Fargate) offer most of the high street chains with the Supertram taking you to Meadowhall for anything you can’t find. A number of theaters (including the faithfully refurbished Lyceum), museums and galleries present the option of a more cultural experience.
Crookes
Crookes – west of the city centre lies Crookes. Bordered by both Broomhill and Walkley the area remains popular with students although it is slowly reverting to young professionals and families too. There are great public transport links to the city past the University and plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to go at. To the western edge of Crookes are the Bole hills. A popular recreational area overlooking the Rivelin Valley, originally a Bronze Age open air lead smelting site, it now has football nets, tennis courts, bowling greens and even a BMX course. Set on a vast terraced hill looking west it make s a great spot to catch the sunset.
Nether Edge
With tree lined roads and large, stone built Victorian houses, Nether Edge nestles in the southwest of the city. Historically, much of the area was developed by local cutler George Wostenholm (18oo-1876), who had travelled extensively in his quest to promote Sheffield’s cutlery excellence in the United States. He set up his head office in New York, and it was Kenwood Village in New York that became the inspiration for the estate he laid out in what would become nether edge. His home here, Kenwood house is now the Marriot hotel, the entrance of which stands at the corner of Kenwood Park road.Modern Nether Edge still retains its old charm, but with every amenity one might need today within walking distance. The famous London road restaurant quarter is only a 5 minute walk away; there are 2 local theaters, the Lantern and the Merlin, and every convenience store imaginable. Local bus services will take you in any direction you wish, and proximity to the city center (15 mins walk), opens the door to tourists, business people and pleasure seekers alike.
Walkley
Walkley- just over the hill from Crookes and stretching north west almost as far as the ring road is Walkley. Always popular with students and young professionals the area has great transport links with the city and the Sheffield University is literally at the end of the street. That street is South road which bisects Walkley, becoming Barber road, Crookes Valley road, Winter street and finally Bolsover street as you travel the 1.5 miles to ‘University Roundabout’. Crookes Valley park is on the way, with its boating lake the centre piece of a beautifully landscaped Victorian park. There is also the Dam house bar/restaurant overlooking the lake.
Meersbrook
The area of Meersbrook lies to the south of Sheffield and is reached via Chesterfield Rd (A 61) one of the main roads out of the city. Historically this area lay on the boundary of Yorkshire and Derbyshire and takes it name from a tributary of the river Sheaf called the Meers Brook. Meersbrook Park is a large Park on the steep hillside that runs up the Northwest boundary of the area. This provides spectacular views across the city and also contains one of the oldest buildings in Sheffield, Bishops House (built around 1500). You can also find Meersbrook House here. This is now occupied by the Ruskin Museum.This area has enjoyed somewhat of a revival in terms of amenities with many of the leading retailers moving in. Lidl, Matalan, Boots, Next, Curries and a myriad of local shops, restaurants and cafes. En route to the Chesterfield Bypass, via the popular area of Woodseats, it has good motorway links too.
Leeds
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Hunters Bar
Hunters bar is a great place to live with all the vibrant and varied nightlife that ecclesall road and the surrounding area has to offer as well as the great daytime cafe culture that offer plenty of space to sit and watch the world go buy. Being one of the more afluent areas of sheffield the area has access to local parks, shops and excellent schools. Popular with students, Hunters bar is just a short walk away from Sheffield Hallam Campus and is on the Uni Bus routes making access to both universities and the city centre a breeze.
Meadowhead
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