Things to do this autumn and winter

Collage of iconic Sheffield locations

Despite being in Tier 3, Sheffield is packed with plenty of things you can still get involved in. We've put together just a handful of ways you can keep the whole family entertained.

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A thank you to local businesses

Sheffield high street

We're thanking businesses across the city for their efforts in helping to tackle the spread of Covid-19 by continuing to follow Government regulations.

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Household Waste Recycling Centre opening hours

Household Waste Recycling Centre

On Sunday 1^st November, Sheffield’s five Household Waste Recycling Centres will change to their winter opening hours. 

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Information officers support local businesses

Information Officers at local shops

Our information officers are now visiting local businesses outside of the city centre to provide advice and guidance on operating safely under Covid-19 regulations.

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4th Local Testing Centre announced

We are introducing a 4^th Local Testing Centre in Upperthorpe to enable more people to get tested in our effort to combat the spread of the virus in our city. More information can be found on our website.

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Local Restriction Business Support Grant

The application for the Local Restriction Business Support Grant is now live. If your business was trading as usual but has been forced to close because of the new local restrictions, you may be able to apply for a grant.

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What to do if you have signs or symptoms

If you have any of the main symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19), you must self-isolate and get a test as soon as possible.

There are now 6 testing centres in Sheffield at the following locations:

• Local Testing Site at Sharrow
• Local Testing Site at Darnall
• Regional Testing Site at Meadowhall
• The Mobile Testing Unit based at Olympic Legacy Park has relocated to Milton Street Car Park in Broomhall.
• Local Testing Site at Burngreave
• Local Testing Site at Upperthorpe (Pilot begins 3 Nov, Fully open 5 Nov)

You should only book a test if you have symptoms of Covid-19. Tests must be pre-booked and can only be booked via the national NHS portal online nhs.uk/coronavirus or by calling 119. Stay at home and continue to self-isolate until you get your test results - only leave home to have a test. 

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Green bin collections suspended

Green bins

Due to the impact of the Coronavirus on staffing levels, all green bin (garden waste) collections are suspended until further notice. 

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Catering services move in-house to save jobs

Coffee machine

A decision to bring the Council's catering services in-house has been made in a bid to save jobs in one of the industry's hit hardest by the current pandemic.

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This Is Sheffield & Push Sheffield Coronavirus Directory

This Is Sheffield have teamed up with Push Sheffield to offer the most comprehensive guide of Sheffield’s independent businesses open whilst the city is in tier 3.

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Spooky Afternoon Tea

Halloween cupcakes

Wortley Hall, Saturday 31st Oct - Sunday 1st Nov, 12-4pm

Join Wortley Hall this Halloween for a spooky afternoon tea! There will be a selection of themed cakes and treats to enjoy and you can even bring along your little terrors to join in the fun. Booking essential. 

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Creepy Kelham - Halloween Family Fun

Creepy Kelham event

Kelham Island Museum, Saturday 31 October, 5-7pm

Explore Kelham Island Museum after hours, with a few spooky surprises and a fancy dress trick or treat trail! Every child will get a free goody bag and Halloween treat from Island Cafe. Limited tickets available, groups must be from the same household or support bubble.

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Rugby League World Cup 2021 public ballot open

Rugby League World Cup 2021 Ballot

With one year to go until the Rugby League World Cup 2021 comes to Sheffield, the public ticket ballot is now open until 16 November 2020. Enter now to be in with a chance of getting your hands on tickets to the biggest Rugby League World Cup yet.

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Winter Art Competition - Gritter Design

Previous winners with their gritter designs at the Olive Grove depot in Sheffield

Sheffield’s primary school children are being invited to showcase their artistic talents by creating designs for two of the city’s gritting lorries, which form part of the fleet helping to keep Sheffield safe during winter. Deadline for submissions is Wednesday 4th November.

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