Surprising Sheffield: 18 fascinating facts about the city you may not know, from grisly tale to hidden tunnels

From engineering marvels to record-breaking feats and famous citizens, how many of these did you know?

Sheffield is a city full of surprises.

Many people who have never visited Sheffield know it only as the city of steel, which is also famous for hosting the World Snooker Championship.

It is also famous for its football teams, its universities and some of the amazing bands it has produced, like the Arctic Monkeys, Pulp and Def Leppard.

But get to know the city better and it reveals all kinds of fascinating facts about its rich history, amazing achievements and celebrated connections.

Some are bizarre, like the strange events Sheffield has hosted over the years, others are grisly, yet many are uplifting and likely to bring a smile to your face.

How many of these facts about the city did you know?

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