On Saturday, 30th May, from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm, we’re throwing a party to celebrate 129 incredible years of caring for cats and supporting their humans, right here in Sheffield and the surrounding areas. This party is more than just a celebration of our history; it’s a heartfelt thank-you to every cat lover, supporter, volunteer, and friend who has been part of our journey.
We couldn’t have done it without the amazing community around us.
This special day is all about celebrating our love for cats, showing appreciation for you, our supporters, and coming together to raise vital funds that help us continue rescuing, rehoming, and caring for cats who need us most.
We’ve got a purr-fect day planned with something for everyone, whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the shelter. We’d love for you to be a part of it!
🐱 Read more below to find out:
📍 How to get to the shelter and where to park
🛍️ What exciting stalls will be there (including treats for humans and cats!)
🎤 Our special guests and what they’ll be up to
🎁 All about our birthday raffle and the amazing prizes up for grabs
We can’t wait to celebrate with you, it’s going to be a day to remember!
Mark your calendars! Here’s everything you need to know to join the celebration:
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 30th May 2026
🕓 Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Sheffield Cats Shelter, 1 Travis Place, Broomhall, Sheffield, S10 2DB
Getting to the Party, Travel Info & Tips!
While we don’t have parking available at the shelter, there are still plenty of easy ways to get to us. Here are some suggestions to help you plan your visit:
🅿️ Parking Nearby
If you’re driving, here are the nearest car parks within walking distance:
Broomspring Lane Car Park (Sheffield City Council)
📍 90 Broomspring Lane, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2FB
Just a 5-minute walk to the shelter!
Milton Street Car Park (Bank Park)
📍 Milton Street, Sheffield City Centre, S3 7WJ
Roughly a 7-minute walk to the shelter.
🚍 Public Transport Options
From Sheffield Interchange:
🆓 Free Shuttle (SC1) – Get off at Rockingham Street/RS2, then enjoy a 15-minute walk to the shelter.
🚌 Bus 6 (towards Millhouses) – Get off at Glossop Road/Clarkson Street, then it’s a 10-minute walk.
From The Moor (City Centre):
It’s just a 15-minute walk straight up to the shelter!
👟 Whether you’re coming by car, bus, or foot, we’re easy to find, and we’ll be ready to welcome you with open paws!
Paws and browse: what’s at our stalls
🍰Tea, Coffee & Cake – Grab a cuppa and a sweet treat at our refreshments stall.
🎟️ Tombola Fun & Games – Try your luck and win cuddly prizes at the teddy tombola & classic tombola!
😻 All for and of Cats Stall – All the cutest cat-themed items for yourself or shop for your cat!
📚🌿 A Cosy Stall – Pick up a plant or take home a mystery read from a blind date with a Book.
📺The shelter TV – take a look inside the shelter on our cat TV, a way to see our cats without causing them stress
🎨Bubba 200 Cat Pack Art – buy a signed Bubba 2000 cat pack artwork to hang out and display
And guest small businesses offering a range of products:
🧵 The Crafty Cat – Find all the best craft supplies and learn about the upcoming events happening at the Cafe.
👻Spirits of Yorkshire – Hauntingly cute handmade resin ghost, home of the lucky sixpence black cat ghost.
🐈⬛Felix Sheffield – A wide variety of paw-some handmade catnip kicker toys.
🐶Highfield Veterinary Centre – Chat with a vet nurse and grab a voucher for a FREE pet health check.
Famous faces and furry friends, meet our guests
Frankie Seaman & Joann Fletcher
We’re so excited to spend a purr-fect afternoon with our wonderful patrons!
Join us alongside Dancing on Ice’s Frankie Seaman and renowned Egyptologist Joann Fletcher, for a fun-filled celebration of all things feline. It’s an afternoon dedicated to cats, community, and celebration.
We’re thrilled to welcome the amazing Sheffield Rock Choir to our celebration again, performing live and bringing some serious feel-good energy to the party! Get ready for uplifting harmonies, classic hits, and a performance that’s guaranteed to have your paws tapping!
🐾 Meet Travis, Our Fabulous Feline Mascot!
No birthday party would be complete without our very own star of the show, Travis the Cat, our beloved mascot! 🐱✨
Travis will be making a special appearance at the celebration, ready for photos, high-fives (or high-paws!), and plenty of fuss. Whether you’re a long-time fan or meeting him for the first time, don’t miss your chance to snap a selfie with this local legend!
Come say hello, strike a pose, and make some memories with Travis; he can’t wait to see you!
🎁 Don’t Miss Our Birthday Raffle! 🎁
As part of the celebration, we’re holding a special birthday raffle packed with amazing prizes generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
Our pawsome prizes are:
🐾Ninja Double Stack 2 Drawer Air Fryer
🐾Afternoon Tea for 2 at Radisson Blu Hotel
🐾Luxury Hamper
🐾4 tickets to a Sheffield Sharks Championship home game
🐾Escape Room experience for 4 people at The Great Escape
The draw will happen at 4 pm at our party
🎟️ Birthday Raffle Tickets Available Now! Which you can buy Online Here Or you can grab your raffle tickets in the run-up to our birthday celebration from any of our Sheffield Cats Shelter charity shops
All money raised from the raffle goes directly towards the care of our cats, helping us feed, shelter, and provide veterinary care for the many furry friends who need us every single day.
So come along, try your luck, and support a great cause at the same time!
