Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet

Step into the past and explore the industry that shaped SheffieldImmerse yourself in life at home and at work at this rural scythe and steelworks dating back to the 1700s, just a 10 minute walk from Millhouses Park and Ecclesall Woods.

During your visit you’ll be transported back through the centuries to find out all about the innovative processes and people that helped earn Sheffield’s reputation as the Steel City.

• Discover the history of the Hamlet and its place in Sheffield's steel story in the new Welcome Hub

• Imagine what it was like to live and work onsite in the Manager’s House, Worker’s Cottage and Counting House

• Try out the brand new timber-framed play area for younger visitors 

• See the mighty waterwheels that powered the Hamlet

• Explore the last complete surviving crucible steel furnace in the UK, along with the grinding hull, tilt forge and steam engine

• Pick up locally sourced gifts and Sheffield-made food, as well as toys, greetings cards and more, in the Hamlet Shop, which you'll find in the Welcome Hub

• Enjoy a tasty breakfast, brunch or lunch and the finest specialty coffee in our neighbourhood café, Joni, open seven days a week

Please donate £5 when you visit and help safeguard this Sheffield heritage treasure.