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Kelham Island Museum

Alma St. | Kelham Island, Sheffield S3 8RY, England
44-114-272-2106
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Ranked #5 of 102 attractions in Sheffield
Type: History Museums
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We were so looking forward to an interesting experience at the Kelham Island Museum but it closes on FRIDAYS and SATURDAYS. The Little Mesters would be ashamed.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This is a great museum providing the history of Sheffield's steel industry. It's definitely worth a visit, very educational and informative. Interactive sections for young people. Check out their website for events taking place across the year.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

This is a brilliant step back in history , to a time when Shefield was famous for a multitude of products , the beautifully restored Gas & Steam Engines , how we lived and worked all those years ago and the hardship suffered , we have come a long way from the dirt & smoke . Great for children to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

I went here as a child and then about 10 years ago and again recently. It was very interesting everytime - there are worksheets for kids and hands on activities. (me and ny husband found ourselves also playing with some bits) A soft play area to let children pretend to be steel! And the don engine is a must see.... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

paid £9 to go in here with my dad, it was empty and i thought was missing loads, better ways and better days to spend time and money..........was told it was all day job but was done in 1 n half hours..........wont rush back..............ever.........long way to go yet but good use of delapitated buildings i suppose the cafe....little mesters, £7... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

This museum shows how Sheffield led the world in metallurgy, steel production and engineering. What went wrong?

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

You have to be interested in the steel industry etc to enjoy Kelham Island, but it is very interactive for children, and it makes for a good short afternoon visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

This is one of my favourite museums, big chunks of metal, moving machinery, a bessamer converter, a big bomb, a cafe, and close to a very good source of beer. What more could you want?

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

An industrial museum dedicated to Sheffields steel making heritage. Wouldnt recommend the place to children, but for adults its a quite nostalgic place. OK to pass a couple of hours on, but nothing special

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

A really great place to to take the kids, my grandson had a brilliant time in the Rolling Mill kids area with a place for tired parents or grandparents to rest after walking around looking at all the amazing inventions that made Sheffield and GB great. You can get food and drink to refresh and rest in the cafe which... More

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