Museums & Galleries · Sheffield
Kelham Island Museum
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Photo: Chris Allen (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- River Don Engine in steam, roaring and rumbling
- Sheffield Simplex cars in the Transport Galleries
- Stroll the cobbles of Little Mesters Street
- Hawley Tool Collection of craftsmanship and manufacturing
- 1916 terraced house with interactive sensory displays
Kelham Island Museum tells the story of Sheffield's industrial past, from master craftsmen to mass production, through the Industrial Revolution and Victorian era to the modern city. Highlights include the mighty River Don Engine in steam, the Sheffield Simplex cars, a stroll along the cobbles of Little Mesters Street, the Hawley Tool Collection, and the 1916 House. It suits anyone curious about Sheffield's making heritage, from families to history enthusiasts, with a café and traditional pub on site. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday afternoons, closed Mondays, with free entry and a suggested donation. Located close to Sheffield station, just 0.9 miles away, it's an easy addition to a stay in the area, with 34 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 11am-4pm, closed Mondays
- Booking
- Free entry with a suggested £5 donation
From the attraction's own website on 15 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
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🚆 Or come by train
- Sheffield 0.9 miles
- Darnall 2.5 miles
- Meadowhall 3.1 miles
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