But at many of the city’s best pubs you can soak up the history while savouring your brew.
Some of Sheffield’s most loved watering holes are hundreds of years old, with one dating back to 1475, and there are tales of ghosts, royal connections and even a secret tunnel. The stories behind how the pubs got their names also reveal much about Sheffield’s history.
Below are nine of the city’s oldest pubs, all of which have listed status due to the history of the buildings.
Below are nine of the city’s oldest pubs, all of which have listed status due to the history of the buildings.
6. The Norfolk Arms
The Norfolk Arms in Ringinglow Village, which resembles a castle, with its crenellated walls, is Grade II-listed and dates back to around 1840, according to Historic England. Standing atop a hill at the edge of the Peak District, its beer garden affords splendid views over the Mayfield Valley. According to the pub's website, it originally catered mostly for weary travellers looking for a place to stay on the Sheffield to Buxton turnpike road. They would refresh themselves with food, drink and sleep before continuing on their way - after paying their dues at the neighbouring Roundhouse toll booth. Today, the dog-friendly pub, which has a cosy log fire and serves cask ales and home-cooked food, is popular with walkers. Photo: Chris Etchells