The University of Sheffield
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
The University of Sheffield’s facilities are vast and fit for any purpose.
For a sense of heritage and grandeur, Firth Court is a Grade II-listed building blessed with original features gardens that are perfect for creating a truly atmospheric event.
Halifax Hall has maintained its 19th-century country manor elegance yet is fully equipped for modern meetings. Large-scale conferences can be held in the 870-sq metre Octagon Centre. The Edge and The Ridge provide purpose-built contemporary rooms adaptable for 15-350 people and is fully equipped for different types of events. The university accommodation also means more than 4,000 en-suite rooms are available outside of term time.
Sheffield is rated highly for a broad range of subjects including humanities, engineering, modern arts and life sciences. Notable staff and alumni include five Nobel Prize winners and pioneering aviator Amy Johnson.