Travel Guide to Sheffield, Great Britain

Even in the census created by William the Conqueror and known as the Domesday Book dated 1086, Sheffield is mentioned as a small village. This is the proof that the history of the city has more than a thousand years. The Don River, on which stands Sheffield, is formed by four streams (Porter, Chief, Loxley and Ravelin) that flow from the Pennine hills at the foot of which you will find this city.

Each street of the city keeps the memory of most important events in its history. Here you will find the ruins of the castle built in the XIII century. This place was a prison of Mary Queen of Scots in 1571-1583. The castle, which has belonged to the Duke of Norfolk, is also a truly interesting place. The local Museum of Antiquities is a source of great pride for residents of this place. Here you will find a collection of valuable items that provide information about the history of England. The city is full of other museums, including such interesting places as Museum at Art and Design School (Fine Arts), the Philosophical Society and Art Gallery.

The local football club, which has been operating since 1860, is not only the oldest one in the country and Europe, but also in the whole world. The first football match between the teams of clubs has been also played in Sheffield.