Any would-be visitor who has special access requirements must firstly remember that the Top Forge site is an ancient site built hundreds of years ago. The majority of the site is not surfaced, i.e., grass and gravel. In wet weather this is generally soft and even waterlogged in some places, however in dry weather, when the ground is dry we believe that wheelchair access is available to most areas. This may however only be with the assistance of our volunteers, as there are several slopes to be traversed on any route around the site.
The main Forge building has level access to all areas except for the area around the Blower Wheel, where steep and rough steps lead to a platform overlooking the wheel.
Access to the Workshop Buildings (Blacksmiths / Foundry / Joiners) is normally by four wide but steep steps, an alternative route following the narrow gauge railway will be given an improved surface in due course. Once inside the Blacksmiths, the floor is acceptably level with wide, however steep and narrow steps restrict access into the Foundry and Joiners shop.
The Smithy and South Yorkshire Iron Works buildings are currently under development but will have level access from the respective yards outside.
Please Note - We do not currently have Disabled Toilet Facilities.
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