Sheffield

The Peace Gardens

With the Sheffield University Students’ Union being closed for building works during our first week, our lessons were spent in a variety of Starbucks cafes but, at the weekend, we took the opportunity to explore some of Sheffield’s attractions. 

Seating on The Moor

Living on the edge of Sheffield for 6 months, with her boyfriend Raul and two dogs, Irene knew the Peak District National Park but had not spent much time in the city. 

In easy walking distance of each other, the Peace Gardens, the Millennium Gallery, the Winter Gardens, Tudor Square and Sheaf Square all provide outstanding examples of modern urban landscaping, with fountains and public art, which have transformed the city centre. 

Sheffield City Museum

At Sheffield City Museum, and then taking advantage of the Starbucks directly opposite, we revised much of the vocabulary that had been taught during the previous week by looking at and discussing a wide variety of displays and objects.

Having an interest in cooking herself, Irene also appreciated our visit to Sheffield Market where, apart from seeing the products on display, she could listen to language that is peculiar to its market traders. 

At the Tai Sun oriental supermarket too, she was also particularly interested in the fish, fruit, vegetables and the various other exotic ingredients that can be purchased there.