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About The Foundry Sheffield
The Foundry Sheffield is part of the University of Sheffield Students' Union complex, hosting a wide range of live music, club nights, and events across three spaces: Foundry, Studio, and Fusion. With a capacity of up to 1,065 standing and 350 seated in the main room, plus flexible layouts for multi-room events, this venue is a dependable hot-spot for big gigs and campus parties in the heart of Sheffield.
Whether you’re here for a high-energy show or a multi-room event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.
Getting to The Foundry Sheffield is straightforward via public transit and nearby parking. There’s no on-site parking, but Q-Park on Durham Road offers convenient nearby options, with additional street parking available. The venue is accessible via the University tram stop and is about 1.5 miles from Sheffield Station. For a seamless trip, check SU-provided travel directions and consider nearby hotels close to the university for easy overnight stays.
Nearby hotels and dining options include Leopold Hotel Sheffield, Mercure St Pauls Hotel & Spa, Leonardo Hotel Sheffield, and Best Western Cutlers Hotel, among others in the city centre. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners to help you choose comfortable lodging and reliable dining before or after the show. And remember, The Foundry regularly hosts standout SU events and acclaimed acts like Cast, VUKOVI, and The Lilacs, with capacity expanding to 1,800 when booking all spaces for larger productions.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,065 standing, 350 seated in the Foundry main room (Studio and Fusion vary by event).
- Address: Sheffield Students' Union, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TG.
- Venue type: University of Sheffield Students' Union live-music/club venue comprising Foundry, Studio and Fusion.
- Seating/chart: No fixed public seating chart; most events are standing; seating may be limited (e.g., Fusion) and a disabled viewing platform is available for some gigs.
- Parking: No on-site parking; nearest option is Q-Park on Durham Road (S10 2JA) with additional street parking nearby.
- Transit: Access via University tram stop; about 1.5 miles from Sheffield Station; directions and travel options listed by the SU.
- Nearby hotels: Leopold Hotel Sheffield; Mercure St Pauls Hotel & Spa; Leonardo Hotel Sheffield; Best Western Cutlers Hotel, etc., in the city centre near the University.
- Notable events: The Foundry hosts major SU events and gigs (e.g., Cast, VUKOVI, The Lilacs) and has been used for large multi-room events; full venue capacity can reach up to 1,800 when booking all spaces.