James Hargreaves, Author at The Sheffield Guide

Hillsborough Park, looking over the fishing lake and tennis courts towards the A61

Sheffield Arts & Culture

The best of Sheffield’s Parks and Green Spaces: Finding beauty in the Urban Jungle

Sheffield, the “Steel City,” is often associated with its industrial heritage, but there’s more to this South Yorkshire metropolis than factories and steelworks. Nestled...

James Hargreaves18 October 2023

Sheffield Arts & Culture

The Music Scene in Sheffield: A Journey through our Musical Heritage

Sheffield, a city with a rich industrial past and vibrant cultural present, has carved a distinctive place for itself in the annals of music...

James Hargreaves17 October 2023

Sheffield City Centre Skyline taken from South Street above the amphitheatre

Sheffield Arts & Culture

Sheffield’s Thriving Tech and Innovation Scene

In the heart of South Yorkshire, Sheffield is a city renowned for its rich industrial history, but it is quickly gaining recognition for its...

James Hargreaves16 October 2023

Barkers Pool, Sheffield City Hall and the Cenotaph

Sheffield Arts & Culture

Sheffield’s Architectural Marvels: Exploring Iconic Buildings

Sheffield, a city steeped in industrial history, boasts a remarkable array of architectural marvels that stand as testaments to its rich heritage and vibrant...

James Hargreaves15 October 2023

Sheffield Arts & Culture

10 Must-Visit Art Galleries and Museums in Sheffield

Sheffield is a city with a rich cultural heritage and a thriving arts scene. If you’re an art lover or a history buff, you’ll...

James Hargreaves6 April 2023

Sheffield History

The History of Sheffield: A Fascinating Journey Through Time

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, is a city steeped in history, with a rich and diverse past. From its humble beginnings as a small settlement to...

James Hargreaves6 April 2023

Sheffield Blog

The Sheffield Guide’s Responsibility and Sustainability Commitments

There’s been a lot of talk recently about sustainability and responsibility due to the COP26 summit. The Sheffield Guide aims to be as responsible...

James Hargreaves9 November 2021

This is Sheffield, The Outdoor City Video

Sheffield Arts & Culture

WATCH: New Sheffield Short Film Launched to Promote “The Outdoor City”

The Outdoor City has launched a new promotional video highlighting what Sheffield has to offer visitors and residents alike. “This Is Sheffield” Video Featuring...

James Hargreaves3 August 2021

Sheffield City Council's Electric Van Trial

Sheffield Lifestyle

Sheffield City Council Offers Local Businesses Free Trial Of Electric Vans

Highways England and Sheffield City Council launch new project for businesses to trial electric vans. Electric Van Trial Launched In Sheffield Businesses in Sheffield...

James Hargreaves21 June 2021

Sheffield Arts & Culture

Migration Matters: UK’s Largest Refugee Week Festival Returns To Sheffield

The Migration Matters Festival takes place in two parts this year during June and July. Migration Matters Festival Returns To Sheffield The UK’s largest...

James Hargreaves8 June 2021