Novel, the pop-up bookshop, is setting up shop permanently - and not so far from the city centre either.
A local favourite that you've most probably seen out and about in Sheffield (especially if you love a good market), Novel is a teeny tiny pop-up book shop that's been bringing reading back to the forefront of our minds with hand-picked selections and beautifully covered books.
Now, the pop-up venture is finding its first permanent home inside Queen of the Suburbs Coffee Shop in Crookes, another much-loved gem of the city.
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Owners Katie and Joe started the company in July, running as a pop-up book shop that sold a curated selection of their own favourite reads.
Continuing to be transparent and stocking books loved by the couple, Queen of the Suburbs will stock a selection of Novel favourites, all of which are recommended by founders Katie and Joe.
A far more personal and unique than the average high street bookstore, expect to see contemporary releases as well as some of the most 'inspiring, innovative, and thought-provoking books out there'.
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Katie Haughey, from Novel, said: “Novel is a place where book-lovers can come by and grab a coffee whilst chatting about their favourite books as well as browse for the next book on their hitlist. We are super excited to have found a more permanent space within Queen of the Suburbs, and can’t wait to welcome our first customers this week.”
Open every Thursday to Saturday from 7.30am during the week and 9am on Saturdays until 3pm, you can find out everything you need to know about Novel by popping over to Crookes or visit the dedicated website here.
Find Novel inside Queen of the Suburbs at 207 School Rd, Sheffield S10 1GN.
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Two brilliant Sheffield pubs have been named among the best in the UK
Two fantastic pubs in Sheffield have just been named in the top 20 in the entire UK.
A comprehensive new list of the top 22 pubs in the country has been published by Time Out, which spans the length and breadth of the country looking for the watering holes that nail a ‘convivial atmosphere, charming staff, charismatic decor and, above all, a varied selection of well-kept, well-served drinks’.
And it was not one, but two of our city's boozers that caught the eye of experts, one praised for its 'rugged charm' and the other for its impressive real ale selection.
While the top spot went to The Peveril of the Peak in Manchester, Sheffield's own The Rutland Arms came in at a very respectable seventh place.
Time Out celebrated the pub's 'glorious' tiled exterior, the unpretentious interiors, the jukebox, and its small plates and chip butties.
They wrote: "There is a rugged charm to this low-key but excellent Sheffield pub that has been my go-to for many years.
"After entering its gloriously yellow tiled art deco exterior, you are welcomed into a place, filled with various nick nacks, that has no time for pretentiousness or fancy adornments.
"Instead the Rutland Arms focuses on the bare necessities: superbly curated beer, delicious food (it’s as famous for its knockout small plates as it is its chip butties) and a stacked jukebox. It’s always lively, with a nicely tucked-away beer garden, and it’s a rare kind of pub that is bursting with personality."
Across town, Time Out also singled out Kelham Island Tavern as being one of the best in the UK.
The list said: "Tell a Sheffield native that the Tav is your favourite pub and watch an expression of quiet admiration wash over their face.
"Perched on a street corner on the city’s man-made islet, this gem was rescued from dereliction in 2002, and boy are we glad to see it still standing.
"With no less than 13 ale hand pumps and an ever-rotating list of beers from the country’s best brewers (including co-owner Josh Jepson’s signature blonde), Kelham Island Tavern is to Sheffield’s pub scene what barley is to, well, beer.
"Not a fan of real ale? Take a trip to the Kelham Island Tavern and come back to me."
Successful Sheffield charity walk returns to Meadowhall to support people living with dementia
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Sheffield Hospitals Charity and Meadowhall have announced the return of the Red Shoe Walk for 2026.
After a hugely successful debut event last year that brought hundreds of people together and raised over £12,000 - The Red Shoe Walk is back.
The community event returns on Sunday 2nd August and will once again see families and friends walk the accessible route around Meadowhall to raise vital funds for people living with dementia across Sheffield.
The Red Shoe Walk was inspired by one woman's lifelong love of red shoes - a simple memory trigger that helps her connect with her past.
As you lace up, you're invited to take a moment to reflect on your own memories. Photos, music, familiar objects and special places can help bring back older memories and create a sense of connection.
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Everyone taking part will walk a 2km route round Meadowhall. The walk starts at 10am with registrations open from 9am at the Summer Beach Club. The route is flat, accessible and suitable for all ages - so nobody has to miss out.
After the walk has finished you will get free access and unlimited rides until midday at Meadowhall's Summer Beach Club.
.Not only that, but singer songwriter Joe Carnall Jnr will perform live at the start of this year’s Red Shoe Walk.
Best known as a member of Sheffield-band Milburn and previously Reverend & The Makers, Joe will be joined by cast members from his brand-new musical ‘How Could I Forget?’ as part of the warm-up for the walk.
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The musical is a heartfelt love letter to grandparents, inspired by Joe’s own family experience with dementia and loss. The show has sold out an impressive three nights at Sheffield Theatres and tickets have recently been released for the Carriageworks in Leeds.
Joe said: “My grandad passed away with dementia over 10 years ago and I got the inspiration for the musical from him. I want to do the walk with my three young children, reminisce and tell stories about him and connect with other people who have their own experiences of dementia.”
Beth Crackles, CEO of Sheffield Hospitals Charity said: “We’re thrilled with how the first ever Red Shoe Walk brought our community together in solidarity and are beyond excited to bring it back for 2026. It will be such a poignant moment to have Joe and the cast from ‘How Could I Forget’ perform live ahead of the walk, and we’re so grateful for their support.
"We hope to see lots of people there, walking together as a community to make a real difference for people living with dementia and their loved ones.”
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Darren Pearce, Centre Director at Meadowhall said: “Dementia touches the lives of so many families across our local community, and we’re incredibly proud to be working with Sheffield Hospitals Charity to host the Red Shoe Walk for a second time.
“Building on the success of last year’s event – which raised over £10,000 for the charity – it’s brilliant to be welcoming Joe Carnall Jnr to perform this year. The performance will start the event perfectly, as people once again come together to raise vital funds for those affected by dementia throughout the city.”
Not only that, but football legends Tony Currie, John Pearson and John Breckin from Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United have also joined forces to back the walk, raising awareness and funds for dementia care across Sheffield.
Prices are £7 per adult, £4 per child, £18 for a family of four and under 3’s go free. Each ticket includes an exclusive Red Shoe Walk t-shirt to wear on the day, access to a range of exclusive discounts at participating Meadowhall retailers plus free entry and free rides at the Summer Beach Club until midday.
Emily Sergeant -
5th February 2023 
