Hi guys, in this blog I shall give you a glimpse of
what makes Sheffield a great city to live in. Over the last two years I have
become accustomed to the reliable transport system, the friendly people and the
buzzing city centre.
The one thing I find great about Sheffield is the
blend between the city centre and the countryside- a seamless transition that
allows you to experience the best of both worlds; a vibrant shopping and social
area in the middle of the city and a scenic countryside scattered with many
hills. In the city, there are numerous shops ranging from the top brands to
smaller outlets and a massive market which caters for a diverse population. The
University itself is integrated into the city and therefore giving you a chance
to interact with the locals. As you move away from the centre it is evident
that Sheffield is the greenest city in Britain- it offers a rich variety of
open spaces including parks where I usually tend to go for a run. Few of the
parks have ponds and it’s a perfect location for a picnic or
even relaxing for a while especially in the summer.
If you like going out at night you won’t
be disappointed. There are many affordable clubs in the city that will ensure
you have a great time with your friends. From pop to hip-hop, you shall find
what you are looking for and the amazing thing about it is that the clubs are
walking distances away from each other!
Getting around
Sheffield is really convenient. From University, the city centre is a walking
distance away. The public buses are reliable and they come in handy when you
are running late for lectures having overslept! Sheffield also has a tram
system known as the Supertram. Using a tram is perfect if you want to travel
towards the outskirts of the city where there is a shopping centre called
Meadowhall which has over 280 stores. Also, the tram takes you to the
Centerainment Valley leisure park which is a great destination for bowling,
laser quest, cinema, mini golf and dining. Having been there a few times, I can
say it’s a good break away from university campus and
you do have a great time.
During Halloween and Christmas period, the
city centre is transformed into the respective themes. The stunning lighting
facade on buildings and streets make the city lively. Many rides and activities
are available for the public to experience and unique food stalls providing hot
food in the cold. During Christmas, if you are not going back home you won’t
have to be worried of staying alone. Many students tend to stay back and the
university organises different activities which you can attend for free and
make new friends. Visiting the festivities in the city centre will definitely
be an experience you won’t forget.
For those who are
interested in sporting activities, Sheffield is the right place for you. Every
Saturday there is a free Sheffield Hallam 5km timed parkrun. For those football
fans there are numerous pubs and bars all around the city while if you want a real
experience you can walk down to Bramall Lane and watch Sheffield United fight
it out. The stadium atmosphere is incredible regardless of the outcome of the
match. One can also watch ice hockey and learn how to ice skate.
I can summarise it up by saying that Sheffield
offers many fantastic opportunities for all. I love it here and so will you!
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