With famous places of interest and some fantastic hidden gems visitors to Barnsley won’t be short of things to do. Visitors can watch a performance at the Lamproom Theatre, view fine art at the Cooper Gallery or take a step back in time at the majestic Cannon Hall Museum.
With a cosmopolitan mix of cafés and theatres, art galleries and museums including the new Experience Barnsley Museum, an engaging museum about Barnsley created by the people of Barnsley, Barnsley has an excellent offering when it comes to culture.
Barnsley town centre is packed full of independent shops, high street stores and is home to one of the best markets in South Yorkshire. Venturing further into the outskirts of the town and its neighbouring villages visitors will discover hidden hamlets with excellent shopping opportunities and farm shops stocked with exceptional local produce.
Bordering onto the Peak District Barnsley has some enchanting outdoor spaces. Why not spend a quiet afternoon at Monk Bretton Priory, explore the extraordinary Yorkshire Sculpture Park, stroll through the landscaped gardens at Wentworth Castle or cycle along the Trans Pennine Trail. Children will enjoy a family outing to Cannon Hall Farm to meet the animals and play on the adventure playground.
Visitors to Barnsley will enjoy a warm welcome, have fantastic experiences and create magical memories.
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Wortley Hall dates back to the 16th century and is set in 26 acres of formal woodland and gardens. Come and visit us to experience Yorkshire hospitality at its best.
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Tyke Racing is bringing all the excitement and adrenaline of go-karting to Barnsley for the first time.
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Enjoy fine art, special exhibitions and local artists work at the Cooper Gallery, a vibrant creative art-space in the heart of Barnsley.
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Worsbrough Mill is a 17th century working water mill set in 240 acres of tranquil Country Park. With a café and shop onsite, it is an excellent day out.
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The EPIP LEADER Programme 2015-2019 has £1.347m funding available over 4 years. All projects supported must have a strong emphasis on economic growth and job creation and directly support the rural economy or contribute significantly to improving the local rural economy and be based within the EPIP LEADER area. For further information see www.epip.org.uk
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Visit a steam and diesel heritage railway running from Elsecar Heritage Centre. Regular Sunday trains and special events throughout the year.
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Yorkshire Sculpture Park
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mucmara organises and holds Mind, Body & Spirit events in and around beautiful UK villages and tourist attractions, including events in North, South and West Yorkshire.
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It’s beautifully simple: we are committed to taste. Keep it excellent, keep it fresh and keep our customers coming back for more. Our food is cooked fresh to order, using locally sourced ingredients.
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We are a family friendly working farm open 7 days a week. Our animals include meerkats, cows, pigs, goats and owls. We also offer VIP animal experiences, birthday parties, guided tours and events!