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The Arts Tower: Traveller Reviews


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 89 attractions in Sheffield
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Attraction type: Architectural building, Landmark/point of interest, Observation deck/tower
Address: Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TN, England
Phone: 44-114-222-2000

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Our Father, Paternoster

The Arts Tower

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5 of 5 stars
Sheffield, UK
4 Oct 2002
11
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"Boasting 19 stories and serviced by a continuously moving paternoster lift" claims the postcard of this shrine to the paternoster lift that dwells within it's epicentre. The divine structure that is the Arts Tower stands out for miles within Sheffield, providing an omni-present symbol of what mortal men can achieve should they dare venture within the bowels of the building. Once you have visited the Tower, a fine meal can be bought from the Balti King in Broomhill, who have recently launched a new clothing range to promote their fine Indian wares and Jalibi sweets. Once food has been consumed, it is time to return to the Tower, which "dwarfs Firth Court" and was opened by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Now ride the lift. As you leap into the carriage, which STOPS FOR NO ONE you will be carried on a journey to the very heights of the tower itself. Riding through the basement and loft is "not dangerous, but not recommended". When in the loft, it is possible to marvel at the incricate mechanations of the very lift itself. Once the lift was been ridden for a full circuit, spiritual enlightenment will be yours. Now leave the tower. Kneel before it while outside and give thanks for it's benevolent workmanship. Return to the Balti King for afternoon tea at only 99p. Your work is done.

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Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TN, England Tel: 44-114-222-2000