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Sheffield or Blackburn?

Posted by (TX, USA) on

I am about to buy a concert ticket in one of these two cities in October (determined by availability, date, and ease of getting there - Manchester airport seems my best option). While the main purpose is the concert, it is possible I could spend a couple more days if it’s worthwhile. Right now I am about decided on Sheffield because it looks like there are several places in the area I would be interested in.

But I thought I might run it by our England experts to see if I am missing anything. I have based in Manchester before so I don’t think I am looking to do that this time.

Posted by
36144 posts

you culture vulture you

I don't know Blackburn at all but I do know that Sheffield has a lot going on and plenty to do.

Most of what I know about Sheffield is from people a couple of generations younger than I so it may not be worth much to you.

Try to be sure that the concert venue has actually opened

Posted by
5813 posts

LOL, Nigel! Hey, I opened the other one, I could open this one if needed. 🤣

As long as no one says something really negative, I think it might be Sheffield (unless tickets disappear before I buy). It looks like Chatsworth House as an easy daytrip by bus, as well.

Posted by
10982 posts

I'll be back later, but one thing Blackburn will have going for it in 2026 to 2027 is that the Fenland Black Oak Table is coming to the Cathedral for a year in the Spring- https://www.thefenlandblackoakproject.co.uk/

(I don't believe that has been publicly announced yet, but the info came from Lichfield Cathedral where it is now, as another forum member wanted to visit the table there).

Posted by
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I would say Sheffield purely as I know it better but either would be good places to base for a few days.

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