Barlborough Things to Do

This three metre high sundial, designed by the internationally acclaimed sculptor Wendy Taylor, was erected in 1991 to celebrate the achievements of Harry Brearley, who is credited with the invention of stainless steel. In 1913... more

Sheffield and steel-making are, of course, inseparable, and the hard work and effort that went into Sheffield's intensive manufacture of steel are commemorated by the Teeming statue, which is set adjacent to Woolworths in the M... more

Records show that this waterwheel was used for grinding knives as long ago as 1794. It is one of the few remaining examples of an "undershot" wheel in the country. Water usually passes over the top of a waterwheel, but in this... more

The Rivelin Valley is a beautiful and hugely interesting area of Sheffield. This trail follows the river westwards from Malin Bridge for approximately two miles. Although today the river, woodland and wildlife are the main att... more

This small stone chapel was built in 1729, the result of a bequest in the will of Mr W. Roncksley. The chapel, which is still used for church services, is now a listed building. The rooms adjoining the chapel were once used as... more

Crookes Park is not in a central position, and in itself it doesn't stand out from the average suburban park in Sheffield, but it does have one of the best views of Sheffield that the city has to offer. The view is industrial b... more

The history of Sheffield's steel and cutlery industries is presented here, in a display of products, machinery and video presentations. In a reconstructed street of workshops, "little mesters" still work, making knives and fork... more

Visit Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet and step back in time, to the early days of Sheffield's steel industry. The Hamlet was one of the largest wate -powered industrial complexes on the River Sheaf, and its working life stretched f... more

This is an upmarket hostelry in one of Sheffield's leafier suburbs. The building itself is an impressive conversion of a Victorian steel baron's mansion and the spacious, inter-connecting rooms retain many original features. A... more

One of the most attractive features of the Hallamshire Hotel is the quite amazing Victorian tiled front facing onto West Street. This is worth a visit in itself. Inside, the bar is more urban modern than Victorian, with a large... more