To mark Sheffield Beer Week 2026, the city will turn up the volume on its iconic musical past under the banner “Sheffield Synth City.”

Described by organisers as a week-long celebration of Sheffield’s independent beer scene paying homage to the city’s legendary electronic music heritage, this year’s theme honours Sheffield as the home of pioneering synth-pop, electronic and bleep-and-bass artists — including The Human League, Heaven 17, Cabaret Voltaire, Clock DVA and influential label Warp Records.

As part of the celebrations, Thornbridge Brewery has partnered with Martyn Ware, a founding member of both The Human League and Heaven 17, to create a special limited-edition pump clip for the brewery’s flagship beer, Jaipur.

A long-time friend of Thornbridge, Martyn collaborated with the brewery’s Creative Lead, Rebecca, to design a new Jaipur badge inspired by Heaven 17’s visual identity and Sheffield’s pioneering synth movement. The limited-edition “Synth City” pump clip celebrates the band’s enduring contribution to the city’s musical landscape.

Martyn Ware commented: “As a long-time friend of the owners of Thornbridge, the chance to team up with them on a new limited-edition pump clip for their most well-known beer felt like a fantastic way to celebrate Sheffield Synth City.”

Simon Webster, co-founder and CEO of Thornbridge Brewery, added: “As huge fans of Heaven 17 and the legacy they have created, this felt like a natural partnership. We’re incredibly excited to celebrate Sheffield’s musical heritage in such a distinctive way.”

The limited-edition Synth City Jaipur badge will be available in pubs across Sheffield pouring Jaipur cask throughout Sheffield Beer Week 2026.