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The Peak District town with a heated outdoor lido that’s been named one of the UK’s best places to live

I was sold at 'lido'

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson - 17th April 2026

A town in the Peak District that's just a stone's throw from Sheffield has been named one of the best places to live in the UK.

Hathersage, which is famous for its heated outdoor lido as well as its easy access to the beautiful Peak District, was selected by The Sunday Times in its annual Best Places To Live list.

The prestigious list sees experts travelling the length and breadth of the UK to assess cities, suburbs, towns and villages for things such as school league tables, broadband speeds, mobile signals and transport links.

And coming out very well this year was Hathersage, a town that The Sunday Times said 'offers the best of both worlds'.

Just a 20 minute drive from Sheffield, this is where you'll find breathtaking hikes, biking trails, and a brilliant, proudly independent village atmosphere.

There are direct trains west to Manchester, or east to Sheffield, which will then link you to basically everywhere else in the UK.

The Sunday Times wrote of Hathersage: "When a man - or woman - is blunted by the steely edge of Sheffield but still wants to be within a 20-minute drive of the city centre, Hathersage offers the best of both worlds.

"You’re close to all the city has to offer: two theatres, concerts at the City Hall, Joro restaurant with its newly minted Michelin star and direct trains to London St Pancras. And it’s only a two-mile walk — it’s worth it, every time — to Stanage Edge, a gritstone escarpment with breathtaking views over the Hope Valley."

Peak District views around Hathersage. Credit: Unsplash, Jamie Kettle
Peak District views around Hathersage. Credit: Unsplash, Jamie Kettle

The guide also praised Hathersage's outdoorsy roots, and, of course, its legendary lido.

The Hathersage Swimming Pool is open all year round, with the water heated to 25 degrees in the winter months.

And there's now a new poolside sauna, Hive, which is open at Thursdays to Sundays too.

You can see where else made The Sunday Times Best Places to Live 2026 list HERE.

Featured image: Instagram, Hathersage Swimming Pool

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Five of the BEST places in Sheffield to watch the World Cup

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia

Whether it's coming home or not, we've rounded up five of the best pubs, bars and cultural hubs in our home for you to watch the World Cup.

After getting eliminated in the quarter-final four years ago at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the England team are back with a vengeance as they gear up for the 2026 World Cup across USA, Canada and Mexico.

Just like every football tournament, there's always high hopes for our lads, and rightly so as this team has won once, placed fourth twice and reached the quarter-final stage a whopping 7 times.

This time round, the football frenzy is kicking off right in the middle of the British Summertime, and weather-depending we'll be enjoying a crisp pint or two with the sun beaming on us.

Failing that, we're sure there's plenty of indoor room at these five Sheffield spots where we can comfortably watch the match, and maybe grab a bite to eat too.

Where are some of the best places to watch the World Cup in Sheffield?

Riverside

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Self-appointed 'Friendly local pub' Riverside is located in Kelham Island and is hosting matches throughout the pub and to ensure everyone gets a good seat, they're showing England games in their function room and courtyard too.

It's no surprise that this notable South Yorkshire watering hole is screening as many football games as they can, as it's recognised for hosting all sorts of activites including a Cowgirls and Cocktails night recently with painting, limbo and drinks.

Known for its iconic neon sign which adorns the side wall of the pub that overlooks its accompanying beer garden, this Sheffield pub is encouraging footy lovers to make bookings to avoid disappointment, although walk-ins where possible will be welcomed.

Cambridge Street Collective

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If you didn't know already, Cambridge Street Collective is Europe's largest purpose-built food hall with a variety of bars and some seriously tasty scran being served up by 20 diverse kitchens.

In case that wasn't enough to tempt you, it's launching some deals just in time for this football celebration with £10 entry securing you a nice seat and a pint valued up to £7.

There's even £5 Pravha an hour before England match kick-offs, live DJs to give the space a more fan zone-esque feel as well as a retro footy shirt pop-up on Sunday 14 June from 12pm to 4.30pm.

Kapital

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This 'promised land of European drinking and dining' is obviously getting involved in all the World Cup action with free entry and no bookings required.

This booze-filled institution is even giving away free pints of Paulaner for you to enjoy during England's first match against Croatia through the link in their bio.

After a beer? There's definitely no short supply as you can grab a one litre stein. Prefer a cocktail? You're in luck as this Sheffield pub is pouring frozen margs too.

Neepsend Social

Also joining in on the generosity with a giveaway is Neepsend Social, who are offering a free pint for you and a mate during any of the upcoming World Cup matches.

Although not much is listed about their plans for the World Cup, considering this social club is always running a variety of events, it's more than likely they're getting involved in showing the footy.

This venue is walk-in only and dog friendly, meaning you really can bring everyone you know including your friend's nan's dog - pawfect.

BOX Sheffield

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This designated sports bar is obviously making the most of the World Cup celebrations, even hosting an orchestra take-over at their London Piccadilly location playing iconic anthems.

All their sites across the UK are getting booked up fast, so if you're after watching England with a few pals here, it's better to get this booked sooner rather than later.

Not in the mood for football but still up for a party? Their Sheffield location has a couple of karaoke pods available to hire too - We're sure 'Three Lions' will be on the playlist regardless.

Read more: True North Brew Co. to host outdoor fan zones across Sheffield for the World Cup

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Viral Manchester bakery Gooey is opening in Sheffield this summer

Clementine Hall Clementine Hall

Manchester’s beloved bakery and brunch spot Gooey is officially coming to Sheffield.

The bakery is famed for its chunky freshly-baked cookies, its pillow-soft doughnuts, and its sticky, icing-topped cinnamon rolls, as well as viral brunch dishes.

If you’ve spent any amount of time scrolling through social media over the last few years, chances are you’ve seen Gooey’s famous creations pop up on your feed.

From chunky cookies that barely fit in your hand to those picture-perfect egg sandos, the Manchester-born brand has become a go-to for sweet treats and brunch lovers alike.

Right now, Gooey operates two cafés in Manchester city centre, as well as three smaller kiosks dotted around the city for anyone needing a quick sugar fix on the go. There’s also a kiosk over in Liverpool, but the new Meadowhall opening marks another exciting step in the brand’s expansion outside its home city.

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The first signs of the move appeared over the weekend, when Gooey’s unmistakable branding was spotted inside the shopping centre. Signage at the unit revealed that shoppers can expect all the favourites, including cookies, doughnuts, coffee, and matcha drinks.

The best part? There's not too long to wait.

The new Gooey Meadowhall site is set to open in summer 2026, meaning Sheffield residents will soon be able to get their hands on the bakery’s viral bakes without making the trip over the Pennines.

You’ll find the new store on the first floor of Meadowhall, above Mango and right next to Fraser Hart.

Safe to say, Sheffield’s bakery game is about to get a serious upgrade. We'll keep you updated with an opening date as and when we find out.

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