Kelham Island Travel Guide
Sheffield
Visit Kelham Island
Popular places to visit
Kelham Island Museum
Peruse the array of quirky contraptions and science displays that illustrate Sheffield’s industrial revolution at this intriguing island museum.
Sheffield City Hall
Attend a concert at one of three halls in this impressive music venue, which has hosted some of the biggest names to come to Sheffield.
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
Catch an event at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre during your trip to Sheffield. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Crucible Theatre
Choose from an exciting program of theater productions and sporting events at the home of Sheffield’s World Snooker Championship.
Sheffield Hallam University
Explore the campus of Sheffield Hallam University as part of your travels around Sheffield. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices.
Lyceum
Enjoy family-friendly pantomimes, adaptations of Shakespearean plays, live music performances and stand-up comedy shows at this Edwardian-style auditorium.
Things to do
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Top hotels in Kelham Island
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Lovely room, shower, service. Can't fault it. Perfect stay.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa
Very nice old style hotel with excellent service and in a great location
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hampton By Hilton Sheffield
Wonderful stay, Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Leopold Hotel
Clean spaciousbroom, great staff, very friendly
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
The staff were so friendly and welcoming
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
We had a lovely comfortable stay whilst visiting relatives. The room was warm and spotless. The breakfast and bar service very good. The hotel is central and handy for everything.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kelham Island
Neepsend
Neepsend might not have many top sights, but Kelham Island Museum and Sheffield City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.
Walkley
Though Walkley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rivelin Valley Nature Trail and Owlerton Stadium.
Broomhill
Though Broomhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Crookes Park.
Attercliffe
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theatres in Attercliffe. You might want to make time for a stop at English Institute of Sport Sheffield or IceSheffield.
Sharrow
While there might not be top attractions in Sharrow, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Bramall Lane.
