By Anais Cherian, MSc Marketing Management Practice
In the mood for something challenging and fun? Then you’ve come to the right blog post! Here is a list of fun activities in Sheffield that you may not have heard of.
#1 – Jump Inc. Sheffield
Location: 1-2 Meadowhall, Vulcan Road, Sheffield S9 1EW
Is trampolining your forte? Then Jump Inc. is the place for you! And don’t worry if you’re just a beginner, Jump Inc. will brief you on trampoline safety before you start your session so that you can jump around stress free. They also offer student and group discounts, making it the perfect place for you and your friends to jump around. You even get to keep a little souvenir after you’re done jumping! The grip socks are yours to keep forever, you could even reuse them if you plan on visiting Jump Inc. again.
Travel Info: Taking the tram would be the cheapest option. You just need to get off at Meadowhall South – Tinsley and Jump Inc. is a 5-minute walk from that stop.
#2 – Crack the Code Sheffield
Location: Carver Street, Sheffield S1 4FS
If you want to find your inner Sherlock Holmes, then this is the place for you. Show off your problem solving skills to your friends and impress them with your ability to ‘crack the code’. This escape room has a variety of challenges from easy to difficult, allowing you to pick the intensity of your challenges. You and your friends could even compete to break records set by other people who have visited the place before. Their prices are reasonable if you go in bigger groups. You could go in a group of 7 for as little at £12 per person.
Travel Info: Located close to city centre, it is easy to get to by walking. If not, taking the tram or a taxi would be the best bet. If you were to take the tram, you’d have to get off at Rockingham Street. However, taking a taxi would be cheaper since you would probably go with a group of friends and splitting the taxi fair would be easier.
#3 – Laser Quest Sheffield
Location: Unit 3-7, Valley Centertainment, Broughton Lane, Sheffield S9 2EP
Laser quest is one of the best things to do with a competitive group of friends. The adrenaline rush you get while hiding away from laser tags is perfect for the adrenaline junkie within you. The venue provides you with all the equipment you need and automatically counts your team’s score. You could even host a birthday party there! They have great offers for that too. If not you could plan a visit and book your tickets for a price as low as £9 per person. Go on a Saturday or Sunday and you could even play 2 games for £5.95 per person!
Travel Info: Taking the tram here would be the quickest and easiest way here. You would just have to get off at the Valley Centertainment tram stop and you would be at your destination.
#4 – Delta Force Paintball Sheffield
Location: Mortimer Road, Sheffield S6 6JE
Paintballing is not for the faint hearted, and if you are up for the challenge, this could be a life-changing hobby. Delta force is the place to be if you love the wilderness and a competition. This paintball park is located deep within the woods, making you feel like you’re in combat. From body suits to gloves and helmets, the required equipment is provided by the venue so you don’t have to worry about your safety. The training they provide at the start of your combat will make you familiar with the equipment, which is much needed if you’re a beginner. If you seek adventure, this would truly live up to your expectations.
Travel Info: The scenic route to Delta Force can only be appreciated if you take a taxi there. The approximate cost to get there by Uber would be £15- £20, if you travel from the city centre. You could also keep an eye out at society events through the SU website since many societies plan trips to Delta Force and have transportation organized. This could be a great opportunity for you to make friends!
#5- TeamSport Go Karting Sheffield
Location: Tinsley industrial estate, Unit 7-8, Shepcote Way, Sheffield S9 1TH
Ever wondered how you could feel like you’re in a video game? Look no further because all your racing dreams are going to come true. Prices start at £15 per person, perfect for our student pockets. You could either work on beating your own personal score or battle it out with a group of friends, the choice is yours! TeamSport has offers for every type of challenge you’re looking for. You should also keep an eye out on their official website since they update their offers weekly.
Travel Info: To get to this destination you could either take a bus to Europa Way or the tram to FlyDSA arena. Bus 72 from Sheffield Interchange and Meadowhall would take you to Europa Way. The stop is a 5-minute walking distance away from TeamSport Go Karting. If you choose to take the tram, then you would have to get off at FlyDSA arena and walk for about 15-20 minutes to reach your destination.