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Trippets Lounge Bar Announces Closure After More Than a Decade
A well-known Sheffield jazz venue has announced it will close its doors, citing the financial and mental pressures of running a live music bar.
Trippets Lounge Bar, located on Trippet Lane in Sheffield city centre, confirmed it will shut after service on Saturday 18th April. The venue has been operated by husband-and-wife team Carl and Debbie Shaw, who said the decision followed mounting challenges facing the business.
In a statement shared online, the owners described escalating costs and unpredictable trade as key factors behind a closure that had been "a long time in the making".
They wrote: "After 11 years on Trippet Lane, we are announcing our closure, after service, on Saturday 18th April.
"We are deeply thankful for the people that have made our time at Trippets so incredibly special. To the amazing, talented musicians, generous customers and unbelievably loyal staff that have graced our venue: we cherish all of you. We hope the food, drink and music enjoyed here will live long in the memories of those who supported us over the years."
The upmarket bar opened in 2015 with the aim of providing Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region with a dedicated live jazz venue, offering regular performance opportunities to numerous musicians.
According to the venue's website, it marked the Shaws' first dedicated jazz venue and their first business in Sheffield's busy city centre cultural hub. They initially hosted live music once a week, before expanding within months to programme performances at least four nights a week, featuring domestic and international jazz artists.
Before becoming Trippets Lounge Bar, the site had long been part of Sheffield's hospitality scene, operating as Trippets Wine Bar during the 1990s.
The couple previously ran The Bull's Head at Ranmoor for 15 years before launching the city centre venue.
In the announcement, the owners encouraged customers to continue supporting independent businesses and said they hoped the food, drink and live music enjoyed at the venue would remain in people's memories.
The news prompted messages of appreciation from patrons and performers on social media.
In the weeks leading up to closure, the venue said it would continue opening on Thursday to Saturday evenings and for Sunday brunch, inviting customers to return for what it called "the usual convivial company" before its final night.
Rising Sun named Sheffield West Pub of the Year
Real ale enthusiasts have crowned The Rising Sun as Sheffield West Pub of the Year 2026, marking the fourth time the popular venue has received the honour.
Members of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) voted for the Fulwood Road pub following its continued popularity among local drinkers. The award adds to an impressive record for the venue, which previously secured Sheffield & District Pub of the Year in 2022 and Sheffield West Pub of the Year titles in both 2023 and 2025.
Owned by Abbeydale Brewery, the pub offers a range of cask ales alongside guest beer rotations, an ever-changing cider selection, a carefully curated wine list, a wide choice of quality spirits, and a variety of non-alcoholic options.
The Rising Sun's history stretches back to 1859, when the original establishment first opened. Research carried out by Dave Pickersgill, a CAMRA member and editor of Sheffield's Real Heritage Pubs, identified its earliest recorded mention in the 1859 General Directory of Sheffield.
The name "Rising Sun" is believed to have been chosen for pubs facing east and catching the morning sunlight - a description that applied to the original building.
The current premises date from 1904, when the pub was rebuilt a short distance away to allow the widening of Fulwood Road for the introduction of electric trams. According to Mr Pickersgill's research, Sheffield Town Trustees agreed to provide land free of charge to Sheffield Corporation in exchange for the demolition and reconstruction of the pub.
During the mid-20th century, the licence was taken over by the Courage Group. In July 1992, management passed to the University of Sheffield Students' Union, before Abbeydale Brewery acquired ownership shortly before Christmas 2005. An extensive refurbishment followed in 2014, including the addition of a full kitchen and a glass-roofed extension.
The latest award from CAMRA reflects sustained support from real ale drinkers, confirming the Rising Sun's continued status as one of Sheffield's most celebrated pubs.
New Inn Pub Closes for £187,000 Refurbishment
A well-known pub in Sheffield has closed temporarily as work begins on a major refurbishment.
The New Inn, on Hollinsend Road in Gleadless, has shut its doors ahead of a £187,000 overhaul being carried out by Heineken-owned Star Pubs. Work on the project began on 16th March.
The refurbishment will include improvements both inside and outside the building. Plans include renovating the exterior of the stone pub and replacing the car park at the front with a south-facing outdoor seating area for 42 people.
Inside, the pub will be redesigned to feature a spacious bar, a snug and an upgraded games room with new furniture and equipment. The games area will include a pool table, two halo-lit dart boards with electronic scoring, and a high-spec surround sound AV system with four screens showing Sky and TNT Sports.
Star Pubs' Sheffield area manager Chris Carratt said the work is intended to modernise the building while keeping it welcoming for the local community.
"The New Inn is a lovely old building but it's tired and needs updating," he said.
"It's been very well supported by the local community, and we're pleased to be improving it for them. It will look fantastic when the works are completed and will be much more warm and welcoming."
The pub will reopen this spring, with the relaunch expected in late April.
When it returns, The New Inn will introduce new opening hours, starting the day three hours earlier at 12pm. Plans are also in place to host a range of regular activities, with different events scheduled throughout the week.
These are expected to include games nights, bingo, a knit and natter club, and Saturday evening entertainment such as karaoke, live singers and open mic events. Baby and toddler "stay and play" sessions and a friendship lunch are also planned.
The refurbishment follows the departure of long-serving managers Nic Barber and Gill Oxley, who left the pub in May 2025 after 14 years at the venue.
When The New Inn reopens, it will be run on behalf of Star Pubs by Sheffield-born Rachel Hancox.
Rachel said: "The New Inn has a great reputation as a popular and friendly local. I'm looking forward to meeting all the regulars and getting involved in the community."
Historic Old Queen's Head Pub to Welcome New Landlords
One of Sheffield's most historic pubs is preparing for a change in management as its current landlord steps down after just over a year in the role.
The team behind the Old Queen's Head on Pond Hill have confirmed that landlord Stuart Crocker will leave the position after 14 months due to personal circumstances.
Despite stepping back from the day-to-day running of the pub, Stuart said he will continue to stay involved with the venue.
"It's not a decision I wanted to make, but there are some personal things going on behind the scenes that mean I have to step back from the day-to-day running," he said.
The pub will remain under the same ownership, with a Sheffield couple set to take over the running of the business. The pair have already been working with the pub and are returning to the city after working at a hotel in Scarborough.
Stuart said the incoming landlords are already familiar with the venue and understand what makes it special.
Believed to date back to around 1475, the timber-framed pub is widely regarded as Sheffield's oldest residential building and one of the city centre's most recognisable historic landmarks.
The building was first recorded in a 1582 inventory of the estate of George Talbot, the 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, when it was described as "The hawle at the Poandes".
Historians believe the structure may originally have been used as a banqueting hall for hunting parties from Sheffield Castle, where visitors gathered after hunting wildfowl in nearby ponds.
Today, the Grade II-listed building stands among modern developments, its timber frame reflecting a much earlier period in the city's history.
During his time as landlord, Stuart has focused on the venue's heritage, including its reputation as one of Sheffield's most haunted pubs. He has hosted ghost tours and historical events exploring stories linked to the building, including alleged hidden tunnels beneath the pub and sightings of a Civil War soldier near the fireplace.
"It's amazing to think about everything this place has seen over nearly 550 years," he said.
With new management preparing to take over, the aim is to protect the pub's character while ensuring the historic venue continues to serve Sheffield for years to come.
Scarsdale Hundred Pub Applies to Extend Opening Hours
Bosses at the Scarsdale Hundred pub have applied for permission to extend the venue's opening hours into the early hours of the morning.
The pub, part of the Wetherspoon chain, is located on Sevenairs Road near Beighton, close to Crystal Peaks. It opened in the circular building that was previously home to Damon's Restaurant, which had long been a popular local venue.
Wetherspoon has submitted a planning application to Sheffield City Council asking for a change to a condition that currently limits the pub's opening times. If the request is approved, it would be the first step toward the pub being allowed to stay open until 1:30am on certain nights.
Under the proposed changes, the pub would operate from 7am until 1:30am on Fridays and Saturdays. The same hours would apply on Maundy Thursday, Sundays before a bank holiday, Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, and New Year's Eve.
The outside drinking area would still close earlier, at 10:30pm, although the outdoor smoking area would remain open until 1:30am.
From Sunday to Thursday, the venue would operate from 7am until 12:30am, with the outside drinking area closing at 10:30pm.
In a statement submitted to the council, Wetherspoon said the proposal had been designed with nearby residents in mind. The company noted that homes are located around 100 metres from the pub.
"In formulation of this plan particular regard has been had to the proximity of nearby residential properties, with a view to ensuring the venue is compatible with them," the company said.
The statement also confirmed that discussions had already taken place with a police licensing officer.
"Pre-application discussions have been held with the Police Licensing Officer who is supportive of the later opening hours and an application for variation of the premises licence will be made subject to the successful grant of planning consent," the company added.
Wetherspoon also said the pub provides a range of services throughout the day.
"The Scarsdale Hundred provides a broad range of food and drink services throughout the trading day, including those provided by traditional licensed premises, cafes and restaurants. This range of services when combined with the style of operation of Wetherspoon premises provides substantial benefits for the community, attracting people throughout the day, enhancing the viability of the locale."
The company has also told planning officials it would be willing to accept a temporary extension to the opening hours so the impact can be reviewed over a 12-month period.
The pub's name, Scarsdale Hundred, comes from an old administrative district recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086.
Isabella's Bar & Restaurant to Close Permanently
A well-known bar and restaurant in Sheffield's Kelham Island district has announced it will close permanently, with the owners citing increasing costs as the reason for the decision.
Isabella's Bar & Restaurant had become a familiar name in the area's food and drink scene. The venue operated as a café during the day, serving breakfast and lunch, before changing in the evening into a cocktail bar offering small plates and tapas.
Despite its popularity with customers, the business confirmed that it will now shut its doors for good.
The announcement was shared on Facebook, where management described the decision as difficult. In the post, they wrote:
"It's with sadness and heartbreak that we are announcing the closure of Isabella's.
Ever increasing costs on top of high overheads and running costs have left us in financial difficulties and hence we have made the decision to close permanently in Kelham Island.
Thank you to all our customers over the past few years. Your support and praise have been amazing."
The closure adds Isabella's to a number of hospitality venues in Sheffield that have recently shut or announced plans to close.
Among them is the Green Room Bar on Division Street, a long-running music venue that is set to close in May after 22 years in business. Elsewhere, the Closed Shop on Commonside shut its doors in January just a few years after reopening. Plans to demolish the Three Feathers pub in Darnall have also recently received approval.
Isabella's departure marks the end of a business that had become a regular stop for both daytime café visitors and evening drinkers in Kelham Island. The owners thanked customers for their support over the years as they confirmed the venue's permanent closure.
Kelham Island Tavern Named Sheffield CAMRA Pub of the Year 2026
A well-known Sheffield pub has been named the city's best by the local branch of the Campaign for Real Ale.
Sheffield Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has announced that the Kelham Island Tavern, on Russell Street in Sheffield's Kelham Island district, is the winner of its Pub of the Year Award for 2026. The decision was made after a panel of judges completed visits to the shortlisted venues.
The Kelham Island Tavern is located in Kelham Island, an area previously named one of the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world by Time Out.
The building dates back to the 1830s, when it was constructed as part of a terrace. It originally operated under the name The Sawmaker before later becoming the White Hart. In the early 1990s it was renamed the Kelham Island Tavern, although it closed soon after the change.
The pub reopened in 2002 as the Kelham Island Tavern, focusing on real ales. Within a year it was rated among the best real ale pubs in Yorkshire.
Following refurbishment after the Sheffield flood of 2007, the pub went on to achieve national recognition. It won the National CAMRA Pub of the Year award in 2008 and retained the title in 2009, becoming the first pub to win the award in consecutive years.
Over the years it has also collected several regional honours, including Yorkshire Pub of the Year titles in 2004, 2007, 2008 and 2009. With the latest announcement, the Kelham Island Tavern has now been named Sheffield Pub of the Year on 19 occasions.
In a statement announcing the result, Sheffield CAMRA said: "Since 2019, under the management of Josh and Louise, it has continued to offer a wide range of both cask and craft beers - always including a stout, porter, and a selection of IPAs and bitters. The beer range is consistently excellent, always featuring at least one from local brewery Blue Bee.
"The pub also boasts an excellent rear beer garden and maintains the standards to which many others aspire. A simple snack menu is available, including pork pies."
The organisation also congratulated the other branch area winners: the Dog & Partridge, the Blake Hotel, the Sheaf View, the Rising Sun, the Chantry Inn and the Red Lion at Litton.
CAMRA added that these venues "certainly all gave the Kelham Island Tavern a run for its money".
The Pub of the Year award is due to be formally presented on 30th June.
Eight Foot Way Reopens After Major Refurbishment
A community pub has reopened its doors after a major refurbishment and significant investment.
The Eight Foot Way reopened on 18th February with a new look following an investment of more than £300,000. The refurbishment has introduced a number of upgrades aimed at improving the experience for visitors.
The pub now features a new "Two Door Pub" concept. This includes a sports bar area showing Sky and TNT Sports, alongside a separate family lounge. The design creates two distinct spaces within the venue, offering a lively bar environment as well as a more relaxed, family-friendly area.
The updated bar area includes large HD screens for live sports coverage, including the Six Nations. There is also a dedicated darts area and a pool table for customers who want to enjoy games with friends.
The reopening was marked by a launch night event hosted by Mark Labbett, who returned to his local pub to run an interactive quiz. Fans, trivia enthusiasts and local residents attended the evening, which included a meet and greet after the quiz where guests could take photos and chat with him.
Local resident Malcolm "Mal" Boswell officially marked the reopening by pulling the first pint. He was joined by Holly Newton-Steele from Sheffield Children's Hospital. Malcolm, a retired painter and decorator, has been a regular at the pub since it first opened more than eight years ago. He grew up in the area and attended the school that once stood on the site.
The pub sponsors Ecclesfield Red Rose 1915 football club, where Malcolm serves as secretary, and will also support Sheffield Children's Hospital as its Charity of the Year for 2026. Events and fundraising activities are planned throughout the year.
The Eight Foot Way continues to operate as a dog-friendly local pub with a community focus. Alongside drinks, it serves a range of food including pub favourites such as the Ultimate Southern Fried Chicken Burger.
General manager Ben Smith said: "We're so excited to reopen the doors of Eight Foot Way and welcome our wonderful guests back to see the results of our refurbishment. With brand-new TVs and even more sports channels, we can't wait for everyone to join us and enjoy this summer's biggest sporting moments together. We've invested significantly to breathe new life into the pub, and we're looking forward to creating even more great memories with our loyal customers."
The pub is part of Marston's, which operates more than 1,300 pubs and bars across England, Scotland and Wales.
Devonshire Arms Closed For Refurbishment
A popular Sheffield pub has closed its doors temporarily while a major refurbishment takes place.
Pub company and brewery Greene King has confirmed that the Devonshire Arms on Herries Road shut on 2nd March so work can begin on a significant upgrade.
The company says it will be investing a six-figure sum into the refurbishment. The improvements will cover both the interior and exterior of the pub.
Greene King said the aim of the project is to refresh the venue while keeping the feel of a traditional pub. The refurbishment is also intended to add modern comforts for customers.
In a statement, the company said the investment will create a space that continues to serve a wide range of visitors. These include families, groups of friends and sports fans. Plans include best-in-class sports viewing and food and drink options designed to suit different occasions, from a quick drink to watching live matches or enjoying a meal out.
The Devonshire Arms is expected to reopen later in March. However, Greene King has not yet announced an exact reopening date.
Three Feathers Pub To Be Demolished
Another Sheffield pub is set to disappear after redevelopment plans were given the go-ahead.
Sheffield City Council has approved the demolition of the Three Feathers pub on Bowden Wood Crescent in Darnall. In its place, 25 flats will be built across two blocks, with parking for 32 cars.
A report prepared by council officers ahead of the decision confirmed that the pub stopped trading in July 2024 after a period of financial unsustainability. Despite investment in refurbishment and two separate lease agreements, the business was unable to recover from reduced patronage and changing consumer habits following the pandemic.
The report said the premises have remained vacant since closure, indicating that it is no longer viable as a community facility.
Council officers also noted that other pubs are located within walking distance of the site, including the Half Moon on Mather Road, around 500 metres away.
In recommending approval, officers stated: "The development would deliver economic, social and environmental benefits and, in particular, substantial housing delivery benefits. There are no adverse impacts which would significantly and demonstrably outweigh these benefits."
The plans were submitted by Steven Johal, of Smaaj Ltd, through agents SW Architecture. They were approved this week.
A Planning, Design and Access Statement submitted as part of the application revealed that a pre-application enquiry was sent to the council in October 2024, outlining proposals for the redevelopment of the Three Feathers site. A formal response was issued in December 2024.
In documents supporting the scheme, the developer said the proposal would see the existing pub demolished and replaced with two apartment buildings. SW Architecture stated that the development would deliver "a wholly sustainable development" and would meet planning policy by contributing economically, socially and environmentally.
The closure of the Three Feathers follows wider pressures facing the hospitality sector. Two years ago it was reported that Sheffield had lost 3.6 per cent of its bars and restaurants in the previous year amid rising energy, food and drink costs, as well as increases to the National Living Wage.