Independent visitors guide
Sightseeing around Sheffield:
Sheffield's greenery and inner city parks has made it to be the greenest industrial city in the United Kingdom. Sheffield is also partially in The Peak District National Park. Here's some of the biggest and most desired Sheffield parks:
Sheffield Botanical Gardens were opened in early 19th century, it now covers 19 acres Sheffield's green land. The Gardens are also listed as Grade 2 of special historic ant architectural interest by English heritage. There's 18 garden areas filled with plants, trees and it's famous inhabitats - squirells. Rother Valley country park is also one of the biggest parks and family day out destinations around Sheffield. In summer season park offers a lot of attractions for all family. One of the top tourist destinations around England is Peak District National Park. Just 15 minutes drive away from Sheffield town centre. it's famous for it's dams, walks, spectacular views and local towns like Buxton, Bradfield and Bakewell which make the region especially amazing in summer season. Sheffield is also rich with Victorian buildings and Cathedrals. Located in city centre there's Sheffield Cathedral, which is over 1000 years of age, 5 minutes walk away there's also St. Mary's Cathedral, Sheffield town hall and many more historic buildings worth visiting. All in all Sheffield makes itself worth a visit.
Peak District
Peak District is one of the largest national parks in United Kingdom just a 10 minute drive away from Sheffield. Small historical towns with summer season ale festivals, some of the best sightseeing spots in Europe and much more to discover for yourselves.
Winter Garden
Sheffield's Winter Garden is the biggest green house in Europe, Officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 2nd in 2001. It's a home to over 2500 exotic plants.
Rother Valley Park
Located 10 minute drive away from Sheffield city centre, you will find yourselves in one of the Yorkshires best most favourite parks for all family