The imposition of lockdown in March shut down swathes of the economy, and while restrictions have been eased at points, the tier system and the second national ‘stay at home’ order is a reminder that a return to normality is still some way off.
However, ventures have got off the ground in Sheffield despite the pandemic. Here are 10 businesses that have opened in the city since the crisis began.
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5. Fred Aldous
Popular arts and crafts business Fred Aldous opened its third branch in the North of England at Fitzalan Square in October. Mark Aldous and Paul Walker, who are cousins, run the family business. Photo: Brian Eyre
6. The Steel Cauldron
The Steel Cauldron - a family-friendly café inspired by tales like the Harry Potter series and The Lord of the Rings - launched on the site of the old Blues Bar pub, formerly the South Sea, on Spooner Road in Broomhill in summer. Run by husband and wife Rob and Nikki Downham, the place had 1,000 bookings before the first cup of tea was even poured. Photo: Nik Farah
7. Baked & Caked
Andy and Wendy Dillon opened their cake shop Baked & Caked on Chesterfield Road, Meersbrook, in August. Their signature product is the Scoffington – a cube of vegan sponge cake dipped in ganache, coated in biscuit crumb and finished off with frostings and toppings. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. The Wildcard
The Wildcard, billed as ‘Sheffield's only luxury sports bar and grill’, had its grand opening in October on Ecclesall Road where Napoleons casino used to be. It features more than 40 TVs and a giant ‘jumbotron’ system. Photo: Brian Eyre