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Rivelin Hotel in Stannington Reopens Under New Landlord
The Rivelin Hotel on Tofts Lane in Stannington has reopened after months of uncertainty, now operating under the name The Rivelin Inn and led by a familiar face in Sheffield's pub scene.
The pub is now in the hands of Matthew Begley, who built a strong reputation at the Walkley Cottage during his four year run there until August 2024. His arrival follows the departure of previous managers Abbie Mullen and her partner Simon, who said in May they were "absolutely gutted" to leave and pointed to a dispute with the owners.
With the change in leadership comes a fresh start. In a Facebook post on 27th November, the team shared that they are looking forward to welcoming "old and new friends alike." The pub's website describes its new direction as "a refreshed country pub experience on the edge of the Peak District," and highlights warm hospitality, good food, and a friendly setting for locals and visitors.
The reopening marks a new chapter for a venue with strong ties to the community, now set to build on Begley's experience and the pub's setting on the edge of Sheffield's countryside.
Castle Inn at Bradway Set for New Landlord as Tenancy Ends
The Castle Inn on Twentywell Road in Bradway is preparing for a change in leadership after current landlord Maurice Crookes confirmed that his tenancy has been terminated with immediate effect.
Crookes said he was given two weeks to clear his belongings before another manager takes over. His departure follows a dispute with the pub company Stonegate involving sales, investment, and rent. He and his wife Wendy had taken on the pub a year ago after a period of closure.
In a message posted to the pub's Facebook page, Crookes announced a farewell party for 22nd November, which includes twenty per cent off drinks. He noted that the event will be cash only because the pub's card machine would have been returned.
Although leaving the Castle Inn, Crookes said he will continue running the Millhouses pub on Abbeydale Road. He added that they plan to serve hot roast pork sandwiches there for the Steel City derby on 23rd November.
A Stonegate spokesperson stated that the tenancy agreement was terminated due to what they described as contractual breaches by the tenant. They confirmed that a new tenant will run the Castle Inn from 26th November and that all existing bookings will be honoured.
Malcolm Bough, who partnered with Maurice and Wendy when they reopened the Castle Inn in late 2024, is no longer associated with the pub.
Three Feathers Pub in Darnall Faces Demolition for New Flats
Plans have been submitted to demolish the Three Feathers pub on Bowden Wood Crescent, Darnall, and replace it with housing. If approved, the redevelopment would see the site cleared to make way for 25 flats in two apartment blocks, along with parking for 32 cars.
The application has been put forward by developer Steven Johal of Smaaj Ltd, through agents SW Architecture. Planning documents confirm that discussions with Sheffield Council have already taken place, following a pre-application enquiry submitted in October 2024. The council issued a formal response in December 2024.
According to the council's feedback, the building itself is not considered to have particular visual merit and its demolition "can be supported in principle," provided that policy requirements on the loss of community facilities are met. Officials also said any application should include evidence that the pub is no longer a valued community asset.
In response, SW Architecture stated that the pub "is currently empty and has sat empty since 2023 following the departure of the previous landlord." However, a statement made by a landlord in May 2024 indicated the Three Feathers would remain open until July 2024, raising questions about the venue's recent use.
The planning agents added that "alternative facilities" exist nearby, pointing to the Half Moon pub on Mather Road, around 650 metres from the site.
SW Architecture described the proposal as delivering "a wholly sustainable development," citing its potential to contribute economically, socially, and environmentally in line with planning policy.
If approved, the plans would mark the end of a once-popular Darnall pub and another change to the city's shifting leisure landscape.
Cheers! Support Dogs' partnership with Triple Point Brewery is pitcher paw-fect
The ulti-mutt partnership between a wonderdogs charity and a brewery is setting tongues - and tails - wagging.
The Sheffield-based national charity, Support Dogs, has teamed up with the Triple Point Brewery on its latest Pint of Sheffield brew.
The vegan and gluten-free beer has mango, passionfruit and lychee notes and is hailed as "slightly hazy, nicely tangy, super refreshing".
15p from each pint and can sold will be donated to help fund the work of Support Dogs, which trains and provides specialist assistance dogs to help autistic children, as well as adults with epilepsy or a physical disability, to live safer, more independent lives.
The collaboration came about after Joe Rugg, who leads the Pints of Sheffield online community, approached Triple Point Brewery to put forward Support Dogs as the benefactor of the brewery's next Pint of Sheffield, a democratically voted-for beer.
George Brook, who co-founded the Shoreham Street-based brewery with his dad, Mike, and head brewer Alex Barlow, said: "It's been really cool. Some support dogs-in-training and their trainers came down - we've met the dogs a few times now.
"What Support Dogs does is just amazing - there's lots of things I knew vaguely about their work, but what the seizure alert dogs can do to help detect a seizure in people with epilepsy is just awesome.
"I never knew just how useful these dogs are, especially for parents of autistic children."
He added: "People are loving the beer.
"People are buying it from all over the country and it's fantastic to spread information about Support Dogs, with the charity's details on the back of the can."
It's available in the bars, pubs and bottle shops of the city, as well as from Triple Point's website.
Speaking of the partnership, George added: "Joe has his social media pages, we've got a brewery and it's nice to combine those things and do something meaningful. Support Dogs is one of my favourite charities to work with, because of the presence of dogs.
"It's great being able to put meaning behind it and do something good with beer."
Joe Rugg said he had been "really moved by how life-changing these dogs are".
The artwork on the can features an edgy, neon-pink dog, created by Sheffield-based street art illustrator @ruokmyluv.
Katie Williamson, community fundraising assistant at Support Dogs, said: "We're so delighted to be supported by Triple Point Brewery and their 'Pint of Sheffield' this year.
"It's so important for us to spread the word about Support Dogs' work all across Sheffield, and this collaboration will allow us to engage with new people and communities as it goes on sale at pubs and bars across Sheffield.”
To find out more about the incredible work of Support Dogs, please visit www.supportdogs.org.uk or call 0114 2617800.
Cactus Jack's Faces Opposition to Late-Night Opening Plans
A Sheffield city centre bar known for its country music theme is facing resistance to plans that would see it stay open into the early hours every day of the week.
Cactus Jack's Honky Tonk, on Devonshire Street near Devonshire Green, has applied for permission to serve alcohol until 3am and remain open until 3:30am, seven days a week. The venue currently closes at 1:30am, with permission to extend to 3am only on certain bank holiday weekends.
The proposal has prompted objections from multiple parties, including city centre residents' group Changing Sheff, Sheffield City Council's planning service and noise prevention team, and six individual residents.
Changing Sheff argue that extending Cactus Jack's opening hours would likely lead to increased disturbance for nearby residents. In their submission, the group said:
"Based on experiences of people living nearby, permitting longer opening times is highly likely to have an adverse effect on the licensing objective 'the prevention of public nuisance'."
Residents of the nearby West One apartment complex have complained that noise regularly escapes from the bar, alleging that management often fails to keep both sets of entrance doors closed. The council's environmental protection service echoed these concerns, saying that Cactus Jack's representatives admitted at a meeting that doors are "routinely left open to encourage customers to come in," despite the entrance being designed to contain noise.
Further complaints relate to the venue's outdoor area, which is only permitted for use until 7pm. Changing Sheff claim that this restriction is often ignored.
"There is room for the night-time economy to prosper but it must be under conditions that don't disturb the neighbours," the group said. "Such conditions have been placed on these premises but the management has decided it will not abide by them."
The council's planning department also raised objections, noting that Cactus Jack's is located next to the designated "city centre night-time quiet zone" at Devonshire Green, where venues are limited to a 12:30am closing time.
The application, submitted by licence holders Albany Construction (Yorkshire) Ltd, will be reviewed by Sheffield City Council's licensing sub-committee on 14th October. The hearing, to be held at the town hall, will allow objectors to present their case in person.
Historic Dungworth Pub to Be Converted Into Homes
A 212-year-old Sheffield village pub that closed earlier this year is set to be turned into housing, despite efforts by locals to save it.
The Royal Hotel on Main Road, Dungworth, shut its doors in February 2025 after co-owner Dave Lambert said dwindling customer numbers had made the business unsustainable. The venue was well known as one of the long-standing hosts of traditional north Sheffield carol “sings.”
Following its closure, a Save the Royal campaign - backed by Sheffield folk musician Jon Boden - tried to raise funds to form a community interest company to buy the pub. However, the plan did not succeed.
Sheffield City Council's planning and highways committee will consider the redevelopment proposal on 14th October. If approved, the pub's ground floor would be converted into a three-bedroom house, while three holiday cottages in the grounds would become a one-bedroom bungalow. The upper floor, currently a separate flat, is not included in the application, nor is Ings Cottage, which is historically linked to the Royal. Each of the three planned homes would have its own garden.
The council report acknowledges that the application has drawn 34 objections, most calling for the pub to be kept as a community hub. However, it concludes there is a "lack of demand for the drinking facility" and that "the demand for the public house is below that which can be reasonably viewed to be sustainable or viable."
The Royal Hotel sits within the green belt, in an area of high landscape value next to the Peak District. The council's report also notes that there are other facilities in the wider area that "can satisfactorily meet the needs that the Royal Hotel once offered within the village."
If approved, the conversion will mark the end of more than two centuries of the Royal Hotel's role at the heart of Dungworth life.
Shiny Sheff Pub at Lodge Moor Closes Temporarily
A well-known Sheffield pub with close ties to the city's naval history has closed its doors - but there are "exciting" plans for its future.
The Shiny Sheff, located on Crimicar Lane at Lodge Moor, shut on 19th September following the departure of its managers of the last two years, Danielle and Lee Strafford.
In a message shared on the pub's social media before the closure, Danielle said:
"Unfortunately we will be closing our doors for the last time this Friday. It should only be temporary as there is exciting plans for the future. We would like to thank all our customers and family for the last two years. But our health and family comes first at this time. Thank you again!"
Danielle had managed the venue both under its previous owners, Marston's, and later under a new owner who took over earlier in 2024 to run it as a free house. Following the change, plans were announced for live entertainment and a wider range of beers than had previously been available.
The Shiny Sheff has long been one of Sheffield's most recognised pubs, known for its connection to the Royal Navy ship HMS Sheffield. The pub has served as a regular meeting place for members of the HMS Sheffield Association, which brings together historians and those who served on the ship before it was sunk during the Falklands conflict in 1982. Former crew member Shaun Lee paid tribute to Danielle and Lee for their work at the venue and the support they showed to the Association and its members.
The Stag Pub in Woodhouse Reopens
The Stag pub, on Market Street in Woodhouse, reopened on 25th September under new management and with a fresh new look.
The pub closed on 10th August, following the departure of its previous manager, Suzanne Coates, who announced the news with a heartfelt message to customers. "It's with very heavy hearts that we share some heartbreaking news. As of Sunday, 10th August, we will cease trading," she said at the time. "The Trust Inn have sold the building, and unfortunately, this decision is completely out of our hands. We want to take a moment to thank every single one of you for your loyalty, laughter, and support over the years. You've helped us create memories we'll never forget."
Since then, new managers stepped in and carried out renovation work to prepare the venue for its reopening.
In a statement, the new team confirmed: "The Stag Inn, Woodhouse, will be back open and ready to welcome you on Thursday 25th September at 5pm with a new look and a new landlord and landlady ready to welcome you. See you all soon."
The reopening has been welcomed by locals who are eager to see The Stag back at the heart of the Woodhouse community.
BrewDog to Close Sheffield Bar as Part of Nationwide Shutdown
BrewDog is set to close its Sheffield city centre bar, one of 10 UK venues being shut down by the craft beer chain in a sweeping move that has stunned both fans and employees. The closures, which also include high-profile locations in Aberdeen and Camden, follow a strategic review by the company amid rising costs and ongoing pressure in the UK hospitality sector.
Staff at the affected sites were reportedly given just three days' notice ahead of their final shifts, sparking sharp criticism from union officials and industry observers. Unite Hospitality branded the 72-hour redundancy window "unacceptably short."
The closures are scheduled to begin from Friday 25th July.
Founded in 2007 in Aberdeenshire, BrewDog expanded rapidly on the back of its brash branding and popular craft beers. Its Aberdeen bar was the chain's first, while Camden marked BrewDog's London debut. Both will shut their doors, along with other long-standing venues like Sheffield.
BrewDog CEO James Taylor said the decision was not taken lightly. "Some bars have struggled with size, location and other limiting factors," he explained. "Keeping these bars open would put pressure on the wider business." Taylor noted the closures are intended to allow BrewDog to "refocus" and build a more sustainable bar division.
Despite the backlash, the company says it is working to support employees affected by the closures. One-on-one consultations are being offered, and BrewDog hopes to redeploy some staff within its wider network. However, the total number of job losses has not been confirmed.
The Sheffield bar's closure will be a blow to the local beer scene, as it has been a hub for craft beer lovers in the city since opening. With BrewDog pulling back, the loss adds to growing concerns about the future of hospitality venues across the UK.
The Bessemer Reopens After Major Renovation
A well-known Sheffield city centre pub has opened its doors again following a major investment and extensive refurbishment. The Bessemer, named after steelmaking pioneer Henry Bessemer, has undergone a six-figure transformation and is now back in business with a fresh new look and upgraded features.
Originally known as The Fountain Bar, the Stonegate-owned venue has increased its capacity with the addition of new booth seating and has unveiled a brand new sports area upstairs. The revamped space is designed for guests to enjoy games like pool, darts, and beer pong, with the added bonus of free pool every Thursday.
For sports fans, the Bessemer now boasts HD screens showing Sky Sports and TNT Sports, ensuring visitors can catch all the biggest matches in comfort.
The pub officially reopened on 18th July with an evening of rock and roll bingo and a live DJ playing chart hits to celebrate the relaunch.
General Manager Stuart Grimson said the renovation marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Bessemer. "I'm really looking forward to everyone seeing the refresh - the pub is looking amazing!" he said. "The new interior will give the whole pub a lift and the improved DJ lighting is going to make our Saturday afternoon parties better than ever.
"This renovation is marking the start of a new chapter for us at the Bessemer and I can't wait to welcome back guests, both old and new, to see all that we've been working on behind the scenes.
"The refresh is all about giving our guests an improved experience. We know how much people love the Bessemer so hopefully they'll love all the work we've done."
With its upgraded amenities and fresh energy, the Bessemer is ready to reclaim its spot as one of Sheffield's go-to pubs in the heart of the city.