The world’s fastest-growing sport is making its way to Sheffield city centre, with a state-of-the-art indoor padel club now open for business.
Club de Padel, which started life in Manchester in 2023 and has been booked out solidly ever since, will be bouncing its way across the Peak District to Kelham Island.
There'll be five indoor competition-grade courts, open from 7am until 10pm every day, as well as a coffee bar and a club shop (which will be selling the exclusive Club de Padel x UN:IK collection).
Club de Padel is housed within Capital&Centric's Cannon Brewery warehouse, a Neepsend landmark that will be transformed into a diverse neighbourhood of new homes, green community spaces, bars, cafes and workspace.
New to padel? All good - there's a full coaching programme featuring 'intro to padel' sessions, club socials, tournaments and private coaching for groups of up to four.
And throughout September, Club de Padel are teaming up with some friends to celebrate throughout September, kicking off by hosting the inaugural ‘Lick of Paint’ Street Art Festival.
Inside Club de Padel SheffieldClub de Padel merch in partnership with UN:IKClub de Padel is now open in KelhamClub de Padel's reception areaClub de Padel SheffieldThere are five competition-grade courts
Brainchild of Megan ‘Peachzz’ Russell and Alastair Flindall (aka Neck of the Wood Studio), the festival will use the exterior walls of the building on Boyland Street to showcase emerging and established talent across the weekend of 6-7 September.
Then there'll be a one-day festival on 20 September, in partnership with 84 John St and Fix Up Running, with a huge group workout, guided city runs, padel taster sessions, and yoga.
Matt McKinlay, co-Founder of Club de Padel said: "We can’t wait to open our Cannon Brewery site - it’s been a real labour of love and it’s looking brilliant now. From the moment we stepped into the space we knew it had something special and Neepsend has this urban, creative energy that really fits with what we’re about.
"We’re here to create a unique and inclusive club that adds to all the exciting stuff that’s already going on in the city - everyone we’ve spoken to so far has been so welcoming and supportive and we can’t wait to get the doors open."
Tom Wilmot, Joint Managing Director at Capital&Centric, said: "Breathing new life into the old Cannon Brewery site has been a big focus for us, and Club de Padel are the perfect match to bring it back with a bang.
"They’ve got real energy and ambition, and they’ve created something that feels properly fresh for Sheffield in collaboration with some of the city’s creative and wellness communities. We’re buzzing to see it come alive this September."
Bookings for Club de Padel Sheffield will go live on Playtomic on Thursday 4 September with the first court playing on Thursday 11 September.
You'll find it at Boyland Street, Kelham Island - the What Three Words location is ///press.arts.active.
Courts will be priced at £36 per hour during off-peak hours, and £44 per hour at peak times, with balls included in every booking and free parking on site.
The Leadmill has launched a relocation Crowdfunder after leaving its original home.
You may remember last year the trials and tribulations The Leadmill endured to try stay on Eyre Street where it had been stood since 1980.
From absolutely legendary gigs to unforgettable moments, The Leadmill provided some of the best nights in Sheffield for over 45 years, before the team unfortunately had to vacate the premises.
There is now hope though, as The Leadmill has set up a Crowdfunder and is asking the people of Sheffield to help hit a £30,000 goal to relocate to a new premises.
You can donate as little or as much as you’re able to, and all donations will go towards securing a new venue, building infrastructure, ensuring full accessibility, and even preserving the legendary neon sign.
Posting to their social media, The Leadmill wrote: "Following the departure from our original home, we’re working towards securing a new permanent venue - a space where The Leadmill can continue to grow and bring people together.
"We’re still presenting live music, comedy, club nights, cinema and talks, in various other venues but what we’re wanting to build now is our long-term future. To help make that happen, we’ve launched a public crowdfunding campaign which you can access using the link in our bio.
"This isn’t about starting over from scratch. It’s about continuing something that matters to people. If The Leadmill has ever meant something to you, we’d love you to be part of what comes next.
"Whether you’re able to donate, share the campaign, or simply send support we really appreciate the help and will not forget it. With love always, Team Leadmill ❤️"
If you want to bring The Leadmill back just as much as we do, you can donate here.
The factory shop in Batley where you can get your favourite biscuits for £2 or less
Thomas Melia
Just outside of Leeds in Batley, there’s a factory shop selling all of your favourite biscuit varieties for less than £2.
Sweet treat suppliers Fox’s Biscuits have been operating in Batley over 160 years with its family run business serving families across Europe, North America and of course, West Yorkshire.
These cookie creators are known for producing some of the biggest names in the confectionery industry including Maryland, Paterson’s, and all the brands above.
Whether you’re Jammie Dodger obsessed, a Party Ring preacher or a Wagon Wheel warrior, you’ll find all this and more at this biscuit factory shop - for cheaper than it is on the shelves.
If you’re after a biscuit bargain, look no further. You can get your hands on retail-ready and pre-packaged milk chocolate or millionaire’s cookies for only 85p.
Those much-loved bickies we were talking about before are all up for grabs: packs of Wagon Wheels for £1, Jammie Dodgers priced at 60p and even party rings at 50p, yes please.
You can also pick up their assorted biscuit trays that you’d usually expect to see on supermarket shelves like Fox’s classic biscuit selection, chocolatey biscuit selection and more.
Or if you have a sweet spot for a particular biscuit from one of their many boxed varieties you can get bags of individual flavours like the white chocolate rounds and triple chocolate cookies all for £1.50.
There’s even an opportunity for you to grab some Fox’s branded items like a reusable water bottle, tote bag and even sticky notes for when you plan your shopping list for your next visit.
The factory shop’s opening hours are quite limited with this vendor only opening four days a week from 9am to 3pm and 2pm on a Saturday.
Fox’s Biscuits factory shop is open four days a week from 9am to 3pm on Tuesday to Friday and 9am to 2pm on a Saturday, if you’re after sorting out your biscuit fix.
Daisy Jackson -
4th September 2025 
