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Kelham Island Museum

Sheffield, South Yorkshire · 4.7 · 3,648 visitor reviews

Sheffield, S3 8RY

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About

Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield celebrates the city's industrial heritage in South Yorkshire, presenting the story of steel and manufacturing through impressive exhibits including a working River Don Engine. This Yorkshire and the Humber museum welcomes young children, older children, and teenagers to discover how Sheffield shaped the industrial world. The venue includes on-site parking and toilet facilities for comfortable family visits.

Located in Sheffield, Kelham Island provides families seeking things to do in South Yorkshire with an engaging industrial heritage experience. The museum brings Sheffield's manufacturing past to life through authentic machinery and interactive displays. Families in Sheffield will find this museum delivers fascinating insights into the city's industrial story.

Good for: older children, teenagers, young children

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Facilities

  • Onsite Parking
  • Toilets
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Entrance
  • Contactless Payment

Prices

Suggested donation: £5.00

Opening times

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Common questions

What is Kelham Island Museum?

Sheffield's industrial heritage museum celebrating steel and manufacturing with impressive exhibits including a working River Don Engine.

Is Kelham Island Museum suitable for young children?

Yes, the museum welcomes young children, older kids, and teenagers with engaging industrial heritage displays.

What are the opening hours for Kelham Island Museum?

Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Closed Monday.

Does Kelham Island Museum have facilities?

Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces, toilets, and an accessible entrance.

What makes Kelham Island Museum special?

Authentic machinery and interactive displays bring Sheffield's manufacturing past to life. Contactless payments accepted.

What families say

4.7

3648 reviews