Metropolitan district in England
| Coordinates: | 53.4, -1.5 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 33 89 |
Sheffield sits in South Yorkshire on a series of steep hills where the River Don and River Sheaf meet, and it’s famously close to the Peak District, which gives the city an unusually green, outdoorsy feel for a major urban area.
The city’s identity is deeply tied to steel and cutlery from the industrial era, and you can still explore that history at places like Kelham Island Museum. Its cultural life is lively too - from the stage of the Crucible Theatre to a strong independent music scene that’s produced nationally known acts.
Modern Sheffield mixes advanced manufacturing and research with retail and services; the presence of both the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University keeps a large student population and a steady flow of new ideas. Transport links such as the M1 and regional rail, plus shopping at Meadowhall, help the city remain an important economic and social hub with a distinct local character.
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