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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Photos from Off the Shelf 2022

Autumn in Sheffield is pretty much synonymous with literary delights, as Off the Shelf Festival of Words hosts a programme packed with talks and readings from world renowned authors and poets, famous folk off the telly, and a few knowledgable locals.

Each year, the festival absorbs audiences in topics ranging from pop music to politics, fine art to feminism.

Look out for our top picks from the 2025 Off the Shelf programme in the coming months.

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Sheffield Shorts

Sat. 29 March 2025

Showroom

A new festival for 2025, celebrating short films. Along with filmmaker Q&As and chance to vote for your favourite film to be awarded the Audience Prize.

Open Up Sheffield

Multiple dates

Sheffield's annual artists' open studios festival.

Sheffield DocFest

Wed. 18 June 2025 — Mon. 23 June 2025

Showroom

The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2025 festival.

Bethan Woollvin presents These Are My Rocks

Sun. 13 April 2025

The Victoria, 1 Rowland Street, Neepsend, S3 8DE

Calling all collectors! Join acclaimed author and illustrator Bethan Woollvin for some Easter holiday fun at her These Are My Rocks picture book event. Hosted by Juno Books at the beautiful Victoria in Neepsend.