What's happening in Sheffield City Centre? More than you may think... 

Sheffield City Centre is undergoing significant change.

With so much regeneration happening, it can be hard to keep up with all of the exciting developments.

We've created a dedicated space here to help keep everyone informed of what’s new, what's underway, and what's happening next.

What's new?

Bird & Blend now open

Independent, award-winning tea company Bird & Blend has opened a cosy new store on Pinstone Street.

With more than 100 loose leaf blends, the tea mixologists help everyone find their perfect cuppa. While you’re there, why not pick up a tea latte or iced tea to go?

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The Cream Store now open

Sheffield's newest retail destination for men's and women's fashion, home, & lifestyle - The Cream Store is now open on Charles St.

Step inside their beautifully designed store, with a dedicated Cahartt WIP concept space, as well as a host of curated brands including Fred Perry, Gramicci, Aesop, Saucony, Columbia, YETI and many more.

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Fjällräven Sheffield now open

Leading Swedish outdoor clothing and equipment brand, Fjällräven, have now opened their third UK brand store, right here in Sheffield - the shop now located on Charles Street.

Following over a decade of impressive growth in the UK, Fjällräven’s unique combination of unrelenting product functionality and timeless, Scandinavian design has proved popular with both outdoor and lifestyle consumers alike. 

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Yards Store now open

Independent men’s fashion retailer, Yards Store, is now open on Pinstone Street in Sheffield city centre, located next door to the new Fjällräven store just round the corner. 

The store features a fusion of outdoor and heritage brands including And Wander, Ten C, Carhartt WIP, Gramicci, Hikerdelic, RRL, ST95, Hoka, Karhu, Clarks Originals and New Balance to name just a few.

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New free Sheffield Connect bus service

You can enjoy free journeys around Sheffield city centre in the comfort of a brand new, zero emission bus.

The Sheffield Connect service is a completely free service for everyone to use seven days a week across the core of the city centre. Stops are located within just a few minutes’ walk of the main active areas and the SC1 service links to tram and train services too.

The service is currently running every 10 minutes – so passengers can turn up and go, making their journeys quicker, cleaner and for free.

A second route SC2 also connects the Heart of the City to Castlegate and West Bar. It’s still free, zero-emission and runs every 20 minutes.

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Retail

Alongside its buzzing independent scene, Sheffield has welcomed big new names to the city centre recently. In the Heart of the City you’ll now find shops like Fjallraven, Yards Store, Sostrene Greene, Monki and Weekday, with The Cream Store also set to open this summer. Watch this space for more exciting retail announcements coming soon.

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Residential

Find city living at its finest with the new apartments of Burgess House and the newly completed 14-storey Kangaroo Works, along with the unique Laycock House townhouses.

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Workspaces

A host of new workspaces are tempting more top talent into the city centre. 2,500 staff are already in place at Grosvenor House thanks to HSBC and law firm CMS.

On the horizon is contemporary workspace on the upper floors of Isaacs building, the award-nominated and super sustainable Elshaw House, and the unique small office space of Athol House.

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Take a tour of Cambridge Street Collective

Now open in Sheffield! Come take a look around Cambridge Street Collective, a vast new food hall with over 20 different vendors offering culinary delights from around the globe. 

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Updated proposal for city centre travel plans

Connecting Sheffield: City Centre is set to create more space for people, make streets more attractive and link up the regeneration across Fargate, Heart of the City and The Moor. 

The improvement scheme will make it easier to get around on foot, by bike or by public transport with wider footways, connected cycleways and more direct bus routes.

Updated proposals have now been announced, taking on board findings from consultation, as well as further engagement with groups affected by the proposals.

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Opening soon...

Pret A Manger

Pret A Manger is coming back to Sheffield city centre in November, with a brand new store on Cambridge Street.

With both indoor and outdoor seating, there’ll be plenty of space for you to enjoy your freshly made food and organic coffee.

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Box Sheffield

Sheffield’s newest sports bar invites you to eat, drink, view, play, and party when it opens on the ground floor of the Gaumont Building (Barkers Pool) on Saturday 23 November.

Expect electric darts, a private karaoke room, live bands, and screenings of major sporting events from the likes of Sky, TNT and Box Office

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What's happening to...?

Fargate

This historic high street is being transformed into a Fargate for the future!

Fargate's extensive redevelopment work is well underway, so while it might not look its best at the moment, it will definitely be worth the wait with new planting, lighting, seating, play features, and pocket parks, all being integrated. 
 
The proposed social hub Event Central will also blend co-working and culture, including a live music venue.

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Cole Store (former John Lewis building)

Set to be revamped by Urban Splash of Park Hill refurb fame, the old Cole Brothers building will become a place to meet, eat, and shop. Expect a new glass atrium and on-street dining, as well as workspaces, studios, a gym, and a pocket park.

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Chapel Walk

Chapel Walk has a proud history as one of the city centre’s most-loved shopping streets. In 2023, £1.24 million was awarded to local businesses to help further transform the street into a vibrant city centre destination. 

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Castlegate

As one of the most significant parts of Sheffield history, Castlegate’s regeneration is eagerly awaited. Plans include uncovering the River Sheaf, exposing parts of the original castle, wide open public space, a riverside park, play features, and space for events.

The historical site’s transformation into an exciting new public park is underway. It is expected to be open for all to enjoy in 2026.

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West Bar

This £300m regeneration scheme spans 7 acres, providing almost 1 million sq. ft. of office, retail, leisure, hotel and living space, creating a new gateway into Sheffield City Centre. 

The roundabout at West Bar is currently undergoing a transformation into Sheffield’s first Dutch-style roundabout. This will slow down traffic flow, prioritising and making it safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

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Changes to travel in and around the city centre

Travelling to and around the city centre is being made easier and more attractive.

The Connecting Sheffield: City Centre scheme has various projects to improve walking, cycling, and public transport. 

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