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Sunset

Golden Hour at Weston Park

Grab a drink in Walkley, walk down to Weston Park, and catch the sun dipping below the horizon.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 15:17

    Aesthete Coffee and Kitchen

    Start at Aesthete Coffee and Kitchen for a warm drink and a sweet treat. It is just a minute’s walk from Walkley Library and stays open until 17:00, giving you plenty of time before the sun goes down.

  2. 15:47

    Walkley Library

    Walk from Aesthete to Walkley Library. Use the time to orient yourself in the busy junction of Walkley Road and South Road. The library is a solid local landmark to measure your progress as you head south.

  3. 16:17

    Weston Park

    Arrive at Weston Park. The 27-minute walk from the library brings you to this grand 5-hectare space. Find a spot near the flower beds or the mature trees. At 16:17, the sun sets toward the SW, casting a warm glow over the park’s water features and the bandstand.

  4. 16:42

    Weston Park Museum

    End your evening inside the Weston Park Museum. It is a pleasant, modern building just a short stroll from the park. The galleries on Sheffield's history provide a quiet, warm place to reflect on the day as the light fades.

Local tip

The walk from Walkley Library to Weston Park is 27 minutes and heads SSE. If you are visiting on a different date, check the route as walking times may vary with fatigue or weather.

Check before you go

  • Aesthete Coffee and Kitchen is open Mo-Su 09:00-17:00.

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