Location: Sheffield
Top Things to do in Sheffield
What to do and see in Sheffield, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Things to do
Sheffield is a town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 3,257 at the 2010 census. Sheffield is home to Berkshire School, a private preparatory school. The former resort town includes the village of Ashley Falls, and is bordered by various other towns and villages, such as Egremont and Great Barrington.
Restaurants in Sheffield
1. Berkshire Mountain Distillers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By tmmcl - Newton, United States
Went for a tasting. The young lady in the tasting room was very knowledgeable about her company's products and the distilling process. Bought some tasty items including gin, rum and bitters. Next time we'll spend a few $ and take the tour.
2. Race Brook Falls
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Flintstone1234 - Simsbury, United States
This is a beautiful hike that includes two awesome waterfalls. There is a tiny parking lot that holds approx. 10 cars. It is at 716 S. Undermountain Rd; Sheffield, MA. The trail starts with an easy 0.2 mile walk from the parking lot to a fork. To the right of the fork is a fairly steep 0.3 mile hike to the "first falls". The last 0.1 mile gets a little confusing since some trees are down. Just keep going in approximately the same direction (or aim for the sound of the waterfall). It's a beautiful view of the waterfall from the bottom, or one can go a bit farther and climb some very difficult boulders to go higher. Starting back at the fork 0.2 miles from the parking lot, the left trail goes to the "upper falls". It is approx. 1.0 miles from the fork to the falls. It is a steep, bumpy hike, crossing the river a few times. After the first river crossing the trail makes a "U" turn to the left immediately after the crossing. After reaching the falls, one can continue approx. 0.5 miles to the campsite, then another 0.2 miles to the intersection with the Appalachian Trail (AT). It's a total of approx. 1.9 miles from the AT to the parking lot.
3. Julie's Pure Bliss Facials & Skin Care
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Julie's Pure Bliss, "a hidden gem in the Berkshires," rests in a private, luxurious setting suited for total relaxation, stress management and effective skin care. Julie offers skin care for all ages and customizes treatments for your individual needs. Professional and caring, Julie will take good care of you. Many services: Hot stone back massage, waxing, etc. A must while in the Berkshires! By appointment. Se habla espanol.
4. Bartholomew's Cobble
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Created by geologic upheavals a half-billion years ago, this hundred-foot-high bedrock outcropping introduces visitors to a rugged and exotic landscape that also supports 800 species of plants while offering terrific mountain vistas.
Reviewed By Thaddeus13K - Sheffield, United States
I love to hike the 6.5 miles of trails, walking up the Hill, down to the Housatonic River, via The Spero trail, circling back on Bailey and then to Ledges. Get on one of their full moon canoe trips, the best of the best!
5. Big Elm Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Production brewery established in 2012. All of our beers are produced and packaged at this facility. Tap Room open for tastes and pints Thursday, Friday and Saturday 12-6. Free tours available on Saturdays.
Reviewed By Bphman - Cresskill, United States
We happened upon this place while traveling in the area. Since we were Berkshire virgins it was a fortunate stop because we met a very friendly local who gave us a list of places to visit and dine. The beer selection was good and loved the selection recommended for our flight of beers. You have to be on the lookout since it is a little off the road in a very industrial area. Nothing fancy but a popular local hangout. Worth the trip.
6. Colonel John Ashley House
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
Learn about two very different people who fought for freedom and liberty – and changed our history.
7. Thom Reed - UFO Monument Park
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4.0 based on 9 reviews
As Seen On: Ancient Aliens & Unsolved Mysteries. On February 6, 2015, The Historical Society inducted Reed into the state's official archives with the following words: "The Historical Society in Massachusetts has formerly and officially inducted the first off-world UFO case in US history. The historical society confirms that the Reed off-world incident is historically true and warrants induction." In November, the governor also issued two citations to Thomas Reed. One could argue that the induction into official state records by the Great Barrington MA historical society and subsequently Massachusetts Governor Charles D Baker of the "off-world incident" of the Reed family in Sheffield Massachusetts on the evening of September 1, 1969, marks the beginning of this long-awaited official recognition. These formal statements by sitting government officials about the Thom Reed off-world incident represent the first official step in disclosure.
Reviewed By 507DavidN507 - Darlington, United Kingdom
My wife and I were on a road trip around New England and just entering the outskirts of Sheffield on Route 7. As I drove I was compelled to glance to my left and saw a covered bridge down a side road. We decided to turn round and visit the covered bridge. We love seeing covered bridges. We parked up and we were taking in the scenery and taking photographs when I noticed the plaque mounted on a pole on the other side of the bridge. It had been dedicated by the History Channel and was to commemorate the first UFO siting by Thomas Reed and his family on 1 September 1969. The small park near the river is a beautiful place to visit. On researching the site on the Internet after reaching our hotel I discovered that the original concrete block and large metal plaque had been torn down and removed by the local council on 4 June 2019 because of a planning/boundary dispute. Anyway we really enjoyed looking at the parkland, the river and the covered bridge. We were both really interested in reading the plaque and experiencing the location of the first UFO siting. We then drove to our destination in Connecticut. During that evening in our hotel room we decided to watch the History Channel on the TV and there was a program about Thomas Reed and his experience with aliens! How spooky is that! In addition the date of the UFO incident of 1 September 1969 was the date that I started my first job and stayed with the company for 42 years. Coincidence or spooky?
8. Sheffield Pottery
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