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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · East Midlands

Sheffield Hallam University

In or near Catcliffe.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Sheffield Hallam University — a university in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Pond Street, Sheffield - geograph.org.uk - 2572875

JThomas — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Sheffield · 0.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Sheffield Hallam University is a university located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

Photo gallery

Official information

The Graves Gallery is an art gallery located in Sheffield, showcasing a diverse collection of visual art including paintings, sculptures, and photography. Visitors can explore works by renowned artists and enjoy a rotating program of exhibitions that highlight various themes and perspectives.

Place summary

Sheffield Hallam University is located in the East Midlands. It is one of the largest universities in the UK, known for its strong emphasis on employability and applied learning. The institution offers a diverse range of courses across various disciplines.

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Background

History

In 1843, as the industrial revolution gathered pace and Sheffield was on the verge of becoming the steel, tool and cutlery making capital of the world, the Sheffield School of Design was founded following lobbying by artist Benjamin Haydon. The day-to-day running was controlled by the local council, whilst the Board of Trade in London appointed the head. Tuition began in a 60x40ft rented room off Glossop Road. In 1850, the School of Design was renamed Sheffield School of Art. In 1905, the City of Sheffield Training College (later renamed Sheffield City College of Education) on Collegiate Crescent admitted its first 90 students. During the First World War, the Collegiate Hall was…

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Coordinates
53.3791, -1.4647
District
Sheffield
Parish
Sheffield, unparished area
Postcode
S1 1WB
Parliamentary constituency
Sheffield Central
Established
1843
Nearest railway station
Sheffield0.2 km
Opening
Tue–Sat 11am–4pm; closed Sundays and Mondays including Bank Holidays

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Sheffield Hallam University

Places to stay

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Hotels · East Midlands

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Hostels · East Midlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sheffield Hallam University?
Sheffield Hallam University is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode S1 1WB), in the parish of Sheffield, unparished area.
What is Sheffield Hallam University?
Sheffield Hallam University — a university in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Sheffield Hallam University?
The nearest railway station is Sheffield, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode S1 1WB.
When was Sheffield Hallam University built?
Built or established in 1843.
Is Sheffield Hallam University free to visit?
Yes, Sheffield Hallam University is free to enter.
How do I get to Sheffield Hallam University?
The nearest railway station is Sheffield, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S1 1WB.