Paternoster Lift
One of the last doorless, continuously moving elevators still in use in the U.K.

šŸ“œ Historic Paternoster Lift in Sheffield's Arts Tower, one of the last continuously moving elevators in the U.K.
šŸ” Built in the 1960s, it's the tallest operational lift of its kind in Europe.

Why Go

āš™ļø Experience a unique, continuously moving elevator
šŸ™ļø Enjoy good views from the top of the Arts Tower
šŸ›ļø See a relic of midcentury engineering and iconic design

Why Avoid

āš ļø Can be taken out of service for essential maintenance or inspections
🚫 Risk of mechanical failure if ridden past designated floors

Tips

šŸš Accessible by yellow or blue trams to the University stop.
šŸ“ Read safety signs on each floor before alighting.
šŸ›‘ Alight between Lower Ground and Floor 18 to ensure proper operation.

Hours

šŸ•’ Generally operates Mo-Fr 09:00-16:30 during term time.

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