Kelham Island Hydro

Artist's Impression of Kelham Island Hydro

This project will use a ‘modern’ waterwheel located in an existing wheel pit and channel system at Kelham Island, near the City Centre. The wheel pit is one of the earliest industrial sites in Sheffield, possibly being used for water power as far back as the Middle Ages.  This popular residential area already draws in many visitors thanks to its traditional pubs and breweries as well as the industrial museum. Kelham Island Hydro will add another attraction.

Facts and figures
(rough estimates including annual carbon dioxide savings and income)We are developing this scheme in collaboration with Regeneration Officers at Sheffield City Council and Kelham Island Museum (part of Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust). Our partnership has been working on the scheme since 2008. You can find out the latest project news from the links below: