Pub Heritage Walk: Kelham Island, Sheffield

This event is a short walking tour in the Kelham Island area of Sheffield. It encompasses both aspects of the industrial heritage of the area and of the ‘Beer Capital’ status owned by the City of Sheffield. Sheffield has more breweries per head than any other city in the UK.

We will commence at the ‘Wellington’ and proceed to Kelham Island Museum. Along the way, we will take a circuitous route through aspects of the brewing and industrial history of Sheffield before completing the walk.

Timings

Friday 11 September:

Meet: 1200

Location & directions

The Wellington, 1 Henry Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 7EQ

Directions:

We will meet in the right-side room of the pub at 1200 noon for a short introduction and leave about 1220 pm. The Wellington is a public house situated on Henry Street. There is no car park, but some off-street parking. As this event is a walk, participants may wish to park near the finish of the walk. The finish will be at Kelham Island Museum. Participants who wish to sample the beer served at the various en route stops are recommended to use public transport. The Supertram Shalesmoor stop is close to both the start and finish.

Contact on day:

Dave Pickersgill 07795644899

Telephone number:

+447795644899

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book via the link below. Bookings open 10 August 2026.

Booking website:

https://tckty.camra.org.uk/e/497/heritage-open-days-2026-guided-walk-kelham-island

Booking opens:

10 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

11 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

This event is a guided walk of just over one mile. Participants are recommended to dress appropriately for the weather. During this walk, there will be opportunities to purchase alcoholic drinks. Hence, participants are advised to travel by public transport.

Additional information

Copies of Sheffield 'Pub Heritage Walk' booklets will on sale (cash only) at a reduced price of £2.50.

Max number of people:

20

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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