Fancy something different? Top 10 fun things to do in Sheffield

If you want something different to do on the weekend then check out our Top 10 fun and different things to do in Sheffield. Lots of these places have student ticket prices so grab your Ucard and your mates and get stuck in! 



1. National Videogame Museum

Opened in 2018 the NVM boasts a huge collection of vintage and modern video games for you to beat your friends at. From Sonic to Super Mario and everything in between including 4 person Pac Man! Play old favourites and games you’ve never even heard of!

2. Foundry Climbing

If you enjoy being active and doing something new then learn to climb at Foundry! Enjoy roped climbing or bouldering- try the huge array of different routes they have on offer! 

3. Treehouse Boardgame Cafe

The Treehouse is Sheffield's first board game café, a friendly, welcoming space for gamers old and new to explore our library of over 800 board games, with expert staff on hand to help out. They serve a wide variety of drinks including draft craft beer and barista-style coffee. 

4. Steel Cauldron

The most magical tea room in the world! Get immersed in the world of witches and wizards; enjoy themed food and drinks including breakfast, street food and cocktails. They host Thursday quiz nights weekly and even have a wizard school. 

5. Tabby Teas

Sheffield's first Cat Cafe is here! They have 11 permanent feline friends who are all rescues to accompany you whilst you relax with a cup of tea. Their aim is to provide a relaxing and calming environment for both customers and cats to enjoy each other's company. Totally purrfect!

6. Fired Arts

Fired Arts is a wonderful craft cafe where you can let your creativity run free. Paint a pot, make a mosaic or decorate using Decopatch; they’ve got it all. Every Friday they host wine and takeaway evenings. Make sure you book to avoid disappointment. 

7. Golf Fang

Golf Fang is the latest instagram sensation, think crazy golf on steroids! Combining seriously crazy golf, cocktails, DJ’s and Street Food in an art infused environment that showcases the very best street art, its writers and its culture.

8. Showroom Cinema

The Showroom Cinema is an independent cinema, café bar and creative workspace housed in a former 1930s' car showroom. Hang out here, catch a film or get some work done!

9. Lane 7 

Lane 7 is an incredible bowling experience with a first class dining experience, ping-pong, pool and arcade games! Lane 7 is different. Really different. 

10. Boom Battle Bar

Boom Battle Bar is brand new to Sheffield and they have everything! Axe Throwing, Crazier Golf, Augmented Reality Darts, Beer Pong, Shuffleboard & much more! Get ready for the time of your life!