Where is Wortley Top Forge?

Wortley Top Forge is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode S35 7DN), in the parish of Hunshelf.

How do I get to Wortley Top Forge?

The nearest railway station is Forge Halt, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode S35 7DN.

How do I get to Wortley Top Forge?

The nearest railway station is Forge Halt, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode S35 7DN.

Museums · East Midlands

Wortley Top Forge

In or near Gilroyd.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited£

Wortley Top Forge — a museum in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year: Year-round
Nearest railway station: Forge Halt · 0.0 km

Paid entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Wortley Top Forge is a museum located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Wortley Top Forge is the oldest surviving heavy iron forge in the world, with a history dating back to at least 1640. It operates as an industrial museum featuring working exhibits, including a water-powered forge and various historical buildings.

Place summary

Wortley Top Forge is a museum located in the East Midlands, postcode S35. It is known for its historical significance as a former iron forge, showcasing the industrial heritage of the area. The site offers insights into traditional ironworking practices and the region's manufacturing history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 53.4947, -1.5578
District: Barnsley
Parish: Hunshelf
Postcode: S35 7DN
Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
Phone: 07716 196845
Nearest railway station: Forge Halt — 0 km
Official site: www.topforge.co.uk

Sources

osm: way/276009238 (ODbL)

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