THE BUZ Z |
SHEFFIELD
THE BUZ Z |
SHEFFIELD
NEW ROUTE
Sheaf Square doncaster Sheffield This creative city in the north of England has a thriving arts scene and is in the running to become the first ever UK City of Culture in 2013. As well as being home to the largest regional theatre complex
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outside of London Sheffield has several renowned exhibition spaces. Fitting then, that the city centre’s new entrance, Sheaf Square (pictured), features a statement sculpture. The dramatic 90mlong artwork combines 60 tonnes of steel – once the city’s
most famous resource – with cascading water and light. After you’ve checked out Sheaf Square, visit the city’s acclaimed galleries, such as the Millennium Gallery, the Site centre or S1 Artspace. Deborah Hatch
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