With a proud sporting heritage, thriving music scene and a population of more than half a million, Sheffield’s become one of the UK’s largest and most loved cities.
As you’d expect, there are plenty of social media users talking about the quirks that make the Steel City stand out – we took to Twitter and Instagram to find out what they had to say.
It’s good to see that the shops in Sheffield are well stocked with a locally-grown favourite…
#onlyinSheffield pic.twitter.com/JAzmAg0GLQ
— Paul Tinto (@paul_tinto) 23 September 2016
…and, look, there’s also plenty of giftware available too – perfect for the Henderson’s Relish lover in your life:
It’s a city where weary clubbers head home for a hearty brew…
… and everyone enjoys queuing for good chips:
Speaking of queues: keep your eyes peeled while you’re waiting and you might spot something a little unusual:
People have posted pictures of a restaurant sign with a very local twist…
Classic Sheffield advertising! #onlyinsheffield #colloquialism #reytgood pic.twitter.com/fozvTbBDrZ
— Kate Ebbutt (@kateebbutt) 24 February 2016
It looks like the cars are bigger and better in Sheffield…
Craaazy limoo #onlyinsheffield #yesyes pic.twitter.com/J389jLLYCK
— jack Lindsay (@JackWlindz) 15 October 2013
…but parking skills aren’t really up to scratch…
… and there are also plenty of folk who prefer an alternative form of transport:
Sheffield’s got so much to offer visitors, from fantastic gig venues…
That moment! #smstudios #videoproduction #sheffield pic.twitter.com/BpriT1CnF6
— SM STUDIOS (@ShowMeStudios) 16 January 2017
… and brilliant buildings…
…to eye-catching tram art…
… and stunning public spaces:
#fountain #water #sheffield #yorkshire #photos_of_britain #englishcamera #ukpotd #uk #visi… https://t.co/izZPiAdSn4 pic.twitter.com/zZRQmSOGBx
— Latent Memory (@MemoryLatent) 16 January 2017
Plus, as this very clever venture proves, the charitable people of this city are always keen to help others out:
Seen outside Sheffield Cathedral, coats for homeless people, an incredible gesture by the amazing people of Sheffield #SheffieldIsSuper pic.twitter.com/paCgRYQ0dk
— The Urban Shepherd (@HassunElZafar) 16 January 2017
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