Timeline
19:21
Check the route to Wortley Top Forge. Arrive early to find a good spot near the River Don bend.
19:36
Grab a snack or drink from a local shop or cafe in Wortley before heading to the forge entrance.
20:06
Watch the sunset over the water-powered forge. The site is open until 5PM in April, so verify if you are visiting on a different date or if the gates remain open for the event.
Local tip
The forge is a metal-basting site from the 1640s. The sun sets toward the WNW in April, offering a clear view over the water.
Check before you go
- Opening hours are Apr-Oct Sun 11AM-5PM. If you are visiting outside these hours, the site may be closed, though the sunset viewing might still be possible from the exterior.
- Check the route if you need specific transport directions.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sheffield (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).