Sheffield gearing up for city centre summer of fun, as work underway for big children's 'seaside event'

Summertime seaside-style fun heading back to city centre

Sheffield city centre was under transformation today - ahead of more than a month of city centre family fun.

Pictures taken at the top of Fargate show workmen putting together some of the spectacular rides which which will form part of Sheffield by the Seaside 2026.

Much of the event will take place around the Peace Gardens, but it is also featuring classic fairground rides, including Dodgems and a vintage carousel, which were taking shape this evening (Tuesday July 21).

Workmen putting the fairground rides in place for Sheffield by the Seaside, which is due to start this week. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Mediaplaceholder image
Workmen putting the fairground rides in place for Sheffield by the Seaside, which is due to start this week. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Media | Iconic Media
Signs for Sheffield By The Sea are ready to be put in place. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Mediaplaceholder image
Signs for Sheffield By The Sea are ready to be put in place. Photo: David Kessen, Iconic Media | Iconic Media

Sheffield by the Seaside runs from from Thursday July 23 to Saturday August 29.

A spokesman said: “Perfect for families, this summer favourite transforms the city centre with real sand, lively entertainment and a vibrant holiday atmosphere - ideal for making the most of the school holidays without leaving Sheffield.”

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