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‘Medieval Mayhem’ is back at Monk Bretton Priory THIS MONTH
Get ready to dust off your imaginary armour and polish your swords! Medieval Mayhem is making a triumphant return to Monk Bretton Priory on May 17th and 18th, 2025, from 11 am to 4 pm!

Phoebe Richardson
5 days ago1 min read


Charity Tractor Run Returns to Penistone for 2025 THIS SUNDAY!
The much-loved Charity Tractor Run will be returning to the Penistone area in 2025

Lee Barber
Apr 261 min read


THE WEEKEND AT BARNSLEY CIVIC: A Show to Help Children Overcome Their Fear of the Dark!
Audiences are invited to come in their favourite PJs and join them for a sleepover, featuring dance and live music in giant sleepover den.

Phoebe Richardson
Mar 21 min read


PURPLE FLAG AWARD: Barnsley is once again a great night out!
Barnsley town centre has just scored big by securing the Purple Flag accreditation for
the sixth year in a row!

Phoebe Richardson
Feb 201 min read


DIVE INTO THE PAGES: Barnsley Book Festival is BACK for ONE WHOLE MONTH!
The Barnsley Book Festival is set to enchant book lovers from Saturday, 15 February to Saturday, 8 March

Phoebe Richardson
Feb 121 min read


Why BARNSLEY LIVE is important for the town and musicians!
Barnsley Live, the local music festival, is more than just an opportunity for musicians to perform; it's a celebration of the town itself

Lee Barber
Jun 11, 20242 min read


BARNSLEY LIVE IS BACK: Here's everything you need to know about the big day!
BARNSLEY LIVE IS BACK: Here's everything you need to know about the big day!

Lee Barber
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Barnsley Live 2024 is on the way - Here is what to expect!
We are just under two months away from one of the biggest parties in Barnsley, so let’s take a look at what to expect at this years addition

Lee Barber
Apr 21, 20242 min read


A FREE street theatre and circus festival is coming to Barnsley villages in May!
MAYhem is a free street theatre and circus festival coming to a high street, market square or park near you over 3 weekends in May.
bestofbarnsley
Apr 18, 20241 min read


IT’S BACK! Barnsley Town Centre’s FOOD FESTIVAL makes its return in May
Flavours Food Festival makes it return to The Glass Works this May, as the town centre plans for the biggest version of the event so far

Lee Barber
Mar 10, 20241 min read


Christmas motorbike parade 2023: The villages, routes and timings
——————————— LAITHES LANE-CHATSWORTH RD-DERWENT RD-HARDWICK CRES-MATLOCK RD ATHERSLEY RD-HIGHFIELD AVE-BAKEWELL RD-CRICH AVE-BACK TO...
bestofbarnsley
Dec 10, 20232 min read


Barnsley Museums look to combat loneliness over the winter period through new funding
Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust has received funding of £40,000 on behalf of Barnsley Museums from the Know Your Neighbourhood (KYN) fund
bestofbarnsley
Nov 22, 20231 min read


10,000 Followers Strong: A love letter from us to you!
It's with immense joy and gratitude that we at Best of Barnsley announce a remarkable achievement – we've reached 10K followers on Facebook
bestofbarnsley
Oct 9, 20232 min read


THIS WEEKEND // It’s time for Wortley Beer Festival 2023! 🍻
The village of Wortley is about to come alive with beer enthusiasts as it hosts its eagerly awaited Wortley Beer Festival.
bestofbarnsley
Jul 18, 20232 min read


The holidays are upon us! Here are a few things to try in Barnsley over the summer
Activities to try this summer with the family in Barnsley.

Danny Wright
Jul 16, 20233 min read


Barnsley’s Big Weekend brings the sunshine despite the rain!
Despite the relentless rain and gusty winds, Barnsley's Big Weekend proved to be a triumphant celebration that brought the sunshine.

Lee Barber
Jul 16, 20232 min read


Barnsley’s Parkway Cinema SELECTED for special ‘Oppenheimer’ showing!
PARKWAY CINEMA BARNSLEY CHOSEN AS ONLY CINEMA IN THE NORTH TO SHOW OPPENHEIMER ON TRADITIONAL 70MM FILM.
bestofbarnsley
Jul 2, 20231 min read


BARNSLEY LIVE IS BACK! Here’s everything you need to know…
The sun will be out, the lagers are on ice, and it’s time for Barnsley Live 2023!

Lee Barber
Jun 16, 20232 min read


From Bottomless Pizza to live music, here’s a few things that’s going off in Barnsley this month!
As weekends become more about socialising than staying in, we’ve scouted a few things that you may want to add to your June plans.

Lee Barber
Jun 4, 20232 min read


NEXT WEEK // Love Island bottomless drinks evening comes to Cudworth!
To celebrate the launch of Love Island, Williams Bar in Cudworth are hosting a Bottomless drinks event to see in episode one of the 2023 sum

Lee Barber
May 30, 20231 min read
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