World War II: Abbeydale to the Rescue

Abbeydale Works is no longer producing steel and the buildings are left empty. However, when World War II is declared the demand for Sheffield steel intensifies but the bombs are dropping!

Explore how Abbeydale becomes a site of importance in supporting Sheffield during the War. Discover why an increase in steel production for the War brought the works to life again. Find out more about evacuation in Sheffield and what it might have been like to live at Abbeydale.

Due to space restrictions your class will work through a carousel of three activities. We will need two of your adults to lead two of the activities. Clear instructions and information will be provided beforehand. 

This workshop will be available on Thursdays and Fridays from April to the end of October. 

Please note: to book a workshop, please click on ‘Book your visit’ below. To book a self-guided visit, please contact the Learning Team on learning@sheffieldmuseums.org.uk

Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
Half day

Suitable for KS 2/3, up to 35 children
Price: £200
Curriculum area: History / PSHE 

Our World War II object handling box is also available, to support enquiry-led teaching and learning while you engage with the collections from the comfort of your own classroom.

These school workshops have been made possible as part of Embrace Abbeydale, with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to develop and deliver new workshops for schools visiting Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet.