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FREE Things to do in Barnsley this February Half-Term!
Barnsley is an endless landscape of activities, all on our very own doorsteps. From fun days out, to connecting with nature Barnsley is...
bestofbarnsley
Jan 26, 20232 min read


Barnsley Live is back for 2023, and it could be the best ever!
Barnsley Live is back for 2023, once again providing local musicians a platform to showcase why the towns music scene is as strong as ever!

Lee Barber
Jan 21, 20232 min read


An exhibition from one of the worlds most revered photographers opens in Barnsley!
This weekend saw the launch of a touring Diane Arbus exhibition at Barnsley Civic, one of the most influential photographers of the 1900s

Lee Barber
Jan 21, 20231 min read


Near Year Eve is upon us - Here are a few parties going off in and around Barnsley!
Stuck for something to do this New Years Eve? Take a some of these parties to see if they take your fancy!
bestofbarnsley
Dec 20, 20222 min read


It’s here, and it’s beautiful - We went to check out the new URBAN BURGERS in Barnsley!
Urban Burgers in Barnsley are one week old. We took a trip down there to see what all the fuss was about - and we were not disappointed!

Lee Barber
Dec 14, 20222 min read


“Rebecca Vaughan Smashes It!” - We take a trip to the Civic to see Christmas Gothic!
We took a trip to The Civic to see “Christmas Gothic”, the Eerie festive production that is touring the UK.
bestofbarnsley
Dec 13, 20222 min read


A Barbershop has opened in Mapplewell that is built on community spirit!
A new barbershop has opened in Barnsley, and the owner has quite the story to tell!

Lee Barber
Dec 11, 20222 min read


Supporting Independent Businesses in Barnsley: A Unique Place To Shop Over Christmas!
Do your bit for the local economy by shopping locally this Christmas!
bestofbarnsley
Dec 8, 20222 min read


FIVE places across Barnsley where families can meet SANTA before Christmas!
We’ve compiled a list of FIVE local locations where Santa will be visiting this month. Take a look to make sure you miss your chance!
bestofbarnsley
Dec 6, 20223 min read


A fleet of E-Cargo bikes have landed at some of Barnsley’s most loved museum sites!
Barnsley Museums are helping the enviroment at their outdoor locations by providing staff with E-Cargo bikes.
bestofbarnsley
Dec 5, 20221 min read


Barnsley Tales: Dave Cherry takes a look back at The Barnsley Oaks Colliery disaster of 1847
For this weeks ‘Barnsley Tales’ article, Dav Cherry tales a look back at the Barnsley Oaks Colliery disaster of 1847.
bestofbarnsley
Dec 5, 20223 min read


The Salt House in town are giving you 50% off your bill in January - Find out how here!
The Salt House in Barnsley are offering you a whopping 50% off your bill in January 2023!
bestofbarnsley
Dec 4, 20221 min read


Barnsley Tales: Is the Barnsley dialect disappearing from our town?
This week, Dave Cherry looks at the Barnsley dialect, and asks whether it seems to be leaving the town?
bestofbarnsley
Nov 29, 20222 min read


BARNSLEY TALES: The Barnsley Alhambra Theatre and it’s mysterious Atlas.
For this week trip down memory lane, Dave Cherry looks back on the Barnsley Alhambra Theatre and the hunting down of it’s mysterious Atlas.
bestofbarnsley
Nov 22, 20222 min read


ALDI opening times revealed for Christmas 2022!
Aldi has revealed when its stores will be open over the festive period. Which again includes Boxing Day off for Barnsley staff!
bestofbarnsley
Nov 17, 20221 min read


TEN businesses across Barnsley looking for new staff for the festive period
Here are ten buinsesses in and around Barnsley that are looking for festive staff ASAP to help them with the Christmas rush!

Lee Barber
Nov 8, 20223 min read


A PERFECT FAMILY PRODUCTION: The Civic will be home to “The Lost Present” this Christmas!
Topsy Turvy Theatre Proudly Presents “The Lost Present - A Christmas Adventure!” From 13th – 24th December at Barnsley Civic.
bestofbarnsley
Nov 8, 20221 min read


Barnsley Tales: The day a plane crashed in our town!
Dave Cherry this week looks at the day a plane crashed in Barnsley during World War ll
bestofbarnsley
Nov 8, 20222 min read


The Old Post Office in Haigh have released their brand new Winter Menu!
The Old Post Office have released their brand new winter menu for 2022, and the food looks utterly fabulous!

Lee Barber
Nov 7, 20222 min read


TYKES BLOG: 4 up’s and 1 down from Bolton 1-2 Barnsley
Tykes Blog take a look back on the FA Cup first round victory over Bolton.
bestofbarnsley
Nov 7, 20225 min read
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