Steel city breaks tourism records as local industry booms
New figures reveal Sheffield’s visitor economy reached record-breaking heights in 2025, with booming tourism numbers generating over £2 billion for the city’s communities and industry. As Sheffield’s independent shopping scene continues to grow, along with fresh developments in the Heart of the City project, new visitors are flocking to soak up the buzz. In 2025, the city welcomed over 18 million visitors – up by 7.3% from the previous year – with day visitors making up the majority...
