Sheffield’s got such a rich history of trade and commerce beyond the malls, right? I only shop at places that reflect the spirit of the city. Let’s face it – Meadowhall could be anywhere in the world. You want the real Steel City? Hit up the independents, I say.

Damn, Meadowhall was my go-to for student discounts. Guess I'll have to wait till the weekdays. Anyone know if the crowds die down on Mondays or is it just weekends that are mad?

Every year, it’s the same story at Meadowhall. I just stick to my local shops on Ecclesall Road, never had to face the crazy crowds. Even better, you sometimes find something truly unique that you'd never get in a big retail chain.

Yikes, cheers for the warning! Was tempted by the sales but that's my mind made up. Guess I'll just hit up The Moor, fingers crossed it's less manic there.

Support Local Businesses! Meadowhall's just a capitalist fiesta anyways. I've been going to Sharrow Vale Market and I'll never look back. You find the best, unique gifts and it's not nearly as crowded, plus you're actually helping someone's dream thrive!

Haha, rookie mistake! Everyone knows city centre's where it's at. I’d rather walk barefoot over at Ponds Forge than step into Meadowhall on a weekend. Good luck to all the brave souls.

Oh no, was planning a trip this Sat... Any specific shops I should avoid or is it just the whole place? Quite like the buzz myself sometimes but don't fancy getting squished 😅 Last time wasn’t too bad for me.

Totally feel you on that one, Meadowhall can be such a nightmare at times. I tried last year to get some Xmas shopping done around this time and I ended up regretting not just sticking to Division Street or Eccy Road. Local shops could do with the love anyway!