Heat, Heart & High-Fives - A Summer of Stories, Socials & Strong Moments
Summer 2025 has been full of laughs, walks, socials, and plenty of moments that reminded us why SBR is such a special community. From dog houses to ice baths, new kit to karaoke, this summer has been pure SBR: a mix of big energy, community wins, and a lot of memories (some fuzzier than others). Let’s catch up. 👏🔥
🍷🎤 SBR Social – Wild Nights, Big Purpose
Our big social lived up to the hype:
Wine & Cheese → Music Bingo → Karaoke → Beer Pong → The Dog House. It had it all.
Huge thanks to everyone who turned up, laughed loud, and made it a night to remember.
Hannah and Richard shared heartfelt stories about the Weston Park See It. Treat It. Appeal, showing how our Sheffield community can make a real difference in all our lives – for friends, neighbours, families, or even ourselves – helping everyone get the best care possible.
💜 What’s it about?
The biggest public appeal in Weston Park’s 30-year history - who will raise £1.85m.
Funding Sheffield’s first-ever MRI Simulator - not just another scanner, but a game-changer:
Sharper, more precise images = better, faster diagnoses.
Shorter treatment timelines so patients get care sooner.
World-class tech that attracts world-class doctors to Sheffield.
At a time when 1 in 2 of us will face cancer, this ensures Sheffield has the best treatment possible, right here.
Thanks to Westfield Health’s £500k match fund, every £1 donated = £2.
We’ve already seen huge progress (over £800k raised, plus a massive £294k boost from the Big Charity Bash), but there’s more to do.Talk to Hannah directly if you want to find out how you can help.
👉 Or to support: http://westonpark.org.uk/mri-appeal
👕 New Kit Drop – Vests Are In!
The petition worked (thanks Laura 🙌) – SBR vests are officially here.
To order: join the Merch section of the WhatsApp community. Not in it yet? Just ask.
🧊 Sober Social @ R1SE – Ice, Ice, Baby
This wasn’t just mindful movement – it was full-on 0.1° ice baths. Respect to everyone who dipped. Good chats, chilled vibes, zero hangovers.
🚶♀️ Sheffield Business Walkers – Steps, Laughs & Festivals
Every Monday from Kelham, our walking crew keeps growing.
Highlights this summer:
A Tramlines walk with some “extra hydration” (vodka optional).
Reservoir routes in the sunshine.
Want to join? Head to the Walkers section of the WhatsApp community.
💪 On the Horizon
📅 Tonight – The Trunce
Get your name down and get muddy. Register to be in!
📅 20 Aug – Padel Takeover
Monthly runaround with Sheffield Business Padel. Message us to join the crew.
📅 Monday 25 August – Social Monday
Last Monday of every month = good post-walk/run company and informal hangs.
📅 7 Sept – Sheffield’s Strongest Man (Lowood Club, S36)
The Red King takes the stage – we’ll be there to cheer.
📅 Megatron Tours
Throughout September, a chance to explore Sheffield’s hidden side. Ask for more details!
📅 Sheffield 10K – 28 September (Places available via charity place with our very own Colette Bunker at B:Friend!)
📅 Percy Pud – 7 December
📅 Bonus trails, walks & socials always on the go - keep an eye on WhatsApp
Plus: business exchanges, support swaps, and the usual good stuff flowing across the community.
🗓️ Weekly Sessions – Come Move With Us
📍 Mondays – 16:30 meet, 16:45 run/walk from 92 Burton Road, Kelham
📍 Thursdays – 17:45 meet, 18:00 run from Waggon & Horses, Millhouses
📍 Saturdays – Parkrun meetups across the city
Walk, jog, run or cheer – there’s a spot for you.
🛍️ Discounts for SBR Runners
🧢 Dig Deep Trail Weekend – 15% off with code SHEFFBUSINESSRUNNERS
👟 Inov8 Sheffield – £2 coffee + 15% off in-store
🧦 SportsShoes.com – Ask James Biggin for the code
🩳 Up & Running – 10% off full-price items (mention SBR)
🎾 Club Rackets – 10% off full-price items (mention SBR)
STAY CONNECTED
Looking forward to seeing you all at our next run or event! Let’s keep pushing each other to be our best—on and off the track.
Happy running and remember you miss 100% of the runs you don’t take…
Sheffield Business Runners 🏃♂️
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