Activities

The Diamond Pilot Plant is the cornerstone for the education of the Sheffield chemical engineer. Future engineers use, test and, explore integrated processes with state of the art simulations and world class control systems in a safe, production orientated environment.

The plant features cutting edge integrated manufacturing processes at relevant industrial scale that incorporate many traditional and modern unit operations:

• Dedicated industrial control room

• Power to X pilot plant to convert renewable energy to environmentally friendly diesel fuel

• Next-generation biomanufacturing using sustainable feedstock

• Manufacturing of high value formulated products e.g. pharmaceutical dosage forms

In addition, the Analytics Laboratory has an impressive collection of pilot scale production purification and separation apparatus that is highly relevant to the Chemical Engineering Industry.

• Meet outside the Pilot Plant on the Ground Floor of the Diamond, 5 minutes before your tour start time.

Located within the Peak District National Park, Chatsworth comprises a Grade I listed house and stables, a 105-acre garden, a 1,822-acre park, a farmyard and adventure playground, and one of Europe’s most significant private art collections.

It has been home to seventeen generations of the Devonshire family for nearly five centuries.  Each has contributed to its careful evolution and preservation, creating the house, garden, estate, and collections we enjoy today. 

Included in this Activity:

• Access to House & Gardens

• 13:00 - Transport from The Diamond to Chatsworth House

• 14:00 - Enjoy a 1 hour guided tour of the House 

• 15:00 - 1 hour 30 minutes of free time to explore

• 16:30 - Transport back to The Diamond

Discover the heart of Sheffield’s independent food scene, and hear about the history and heritage of Sheffield between stops, with a three hour guided food tour experience across a selection of three of the city centre’s best independent venues. 

Included in this Activity:

• All listed food and drink included

• Tour Guide will meet the group for a 18:00 start at The Diamond Building

Venue 1: Sheffield Plate Food Hall

• • Beer Birria Tacos / Halloumi Tacos

  • Chicken Katsu Bao / Pumpkin Bao

  • Prosecco, bottled beer or non-alcoholic drink

Venue 2: Kapital Beer Hall

• • Currywurst / Veggie Currywurst, Pickles & Fries

  • Budvar from the tank (their speciality) or non-alcoholic drink

Venue 3: Chocolate Bar by Bullion Chocolate Factory

• • Chocolate Brownie with a shot of Bullirum Liqueur

  • Bullion Hallmark Bar chocolate samples

Vegan & Gluten Free dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice

The Sheffield Food Hall Experience will take place in a private event space at the Sheffield Plate Foodhall in Orchard Square. The group will enjoy a curated, fully hosted tasting journey with international dishes from Sheffield’s finest street food vendors provided in a buffet style.

Included in this Activity:

• All listed food and drink included

• Welcome Drink: Prosecco, bottled beer or non-alcoholic drink

• International Street Food Buffet

Rico Latin American : Chicken and Veggie Quesadillas, Halloumi Fries

Shoot The Bull: Wagyu Beef Sliders & Plant-based Burgers, Chicken Wings / Cauliflower Wings & Sauce, Truffle & Seasoned Fries

Thai Kitchen: Chicken Pad Thai and Penang Tofu Curry

Bullion Craft Chocolate: Selection of brownies from Sheffield’s premium bean-to bar chocolate maker (bags provided for take-home if required)

Make your own way to Orchard Square in the City Centre for a 19:00 start!

As part of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre on the edge of the city, the Energy Innovation Centre is a world-leading research, development and demonstration hub pioneering innovative technologies to deliver sustainable, secure energy and tackle climate change.

The EIC was launched with the strategic merger of two renowned research centres at the University of Sheffield: 

• Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC)

• Sustainable Aviation Fuels Innovation Centre (SAF-IC)

The EIC is part of the University of Sheffield’s flagship translational research centres, working with businesses to bridge the gap between research and real-world solutions with impact.

Transport will be provided from The Diamond at 15:00, returning at approximately 17:00. 

The Thornbridge Taproom and shop are located on the outskirts of the picturesque Peak District town of Bakewell, serving brewery fresh beer across Cask and Keg, and handmade pizzas.

Join us for the Thornbridge Brewery Experience, to learn the story of Thornbridge Brewery, understand the intricate elements of the brewing process and experience a tutored tasting all within the taproom.

You’ll be just a few steps from the main Riverside Brewery and sat right next to the original, working Thornbridge Hall brewery kit, which has been relocated and recommissioned to brew rotating cask ales on site in the Taproom.

Included in this Activity:

• 17:00 - Transport from The Diamond to the Thornbridge Taproom

• Complimentary pizzas to share

• 19:00 - 45 minute Brewery Tour:

  • Short film on the history of Thornbridge Brewery

  • Learn how the beers are made with a description of the brewing processes

  • Tutored tasting to include 6 x 1/3 Pints of Thornbridge's most loved beers

  • Q&A

  • 10% discount in the shop for takeaway beer

• 20:00 -  Transport from the Thornbridge Taproom back to The Diamond