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A group of adults walking along a path between a river and a low stone building. There are a number of trees on the banks of the river and a wood in the distance. A group of adults walking along a path between a river and a low stone building. There are a number of trees on the banks of the river and a wood in the distance.

© Ian M Spooner

© Ian M Spooner

The Porter Valley

Continuing Display

Shepherd Wheel Workshop

Explore the beautiful Porter Valley and discover evidence of Sheffield’s early industries along the way, including:

• Whiteley Woods Works
• Ibbotson (Upper Spur Gear) Wheel
• Holme (Second Endcliffe) Wheel
• Endcliffe Wheel

Find out how you can get involved with work of the brilliant Friends of the Porter Valley at fopv.org.uk

Opening Times

Opening Times

Sat and Sun 11am–3pm

***The Workshop will be closed on Sat 30 Nov & Sun 1 Dec due to staffing requirements at the Kelham Island Museum Victorian Christmas Market***

Shepherd Wheel Workshop

Whiteley Woods

Off Hangingwater Road

Sheffield

S11 2YE

A body of water with a stone path that follows the edge of the water. The path leads to a small building which is surrounded by trees and vegetation.

The Porter Valley

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Step back in time at Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet

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