The Bears of Sheffield event was one of Sheffield's most inspiring stories of 2021. Picture: Chris EtchellsThe Bears of Sheffield event was one of Sheffield's most inspiring stories of 2021. Picture: Chris Etchells
The Bears of Sheffield event was one of Sheffield's most inspiring stories of 2021. Picture: Chris Etchells

9 inspirational stories from 2021 that show you how great Sheffield people are - including Bears of Sheffield, Covid volunteers and Quality Street

As we head through a tough second Covid-hit Christmas and New Year, here’s a celebration of some inspiring Sheffielders who have been spreading good cheer.

As these pictures show, groups of Sheffield people have worked in Covid vaccine centres, cleaned up the city, stayed active, volunteered to help others and done all manner of activities for charity.

One of the biggest events this year was the Bears of Sheffield sculpture trail, which managed to cheer people up and get them out exploring the city while also raising the money to upgrade the Sheffield Children’s Hospital cancer and leukemia ward.

But there’s lots of small acts of kindness taking place too that often go unnoticed. If you want to celebrate some local heroes, just drop an email to [email protected]