Spent a whole afternoon at Kelham Island Museum. Very interesting and lots to see. The Dom engine is deffinitly worth a look at when working but make sure you check the times the engine is running on entry as it is only working for very...More

A very interesting way to spend a few hours. The museum is easy to navigate. The exhibits are varied and interesting. It gives a real sense of how tough life would have been for workers in the Steel industry in Sheffield and how the industry...More

A couple of interesting hours spent looking round learning about the industrial history, the highlight is the engine which is very impressive. Staff were enthusiastic and it was reasonable value for the entry fee. Could do with a little bit of freshening up but I...More

Wonderful day out with our Grandson, who was totally in awe of most of the exhibits. He especially liked the enormous River Don Steam Engine and was virtually speechless when it was in action, it's awesome. The place is a monunent and a tribute to...More

Bessemer Converter, workshops and life throughout the industrial revolution. River Don Steam Engine (massive and impressive - particularly when working). Cars, motorbikes, presses, gas engine, steel plate manufacture for shipbuilding, cutlery, saws, guns and armaments. Tram from city centre to Shalesmoor then 500m walk. Toilets...More

Was a nice way to fill a Sunday evening and the cafe had great food. Hallam university students are free also.

I remember visiting Kelham Island Museum as a child and thinking that it was wonderful. Having lived in Sheffield all my life, I feel a little ashamed that it took me so long to return as an adult. But, I am already planning my next...More