Barnsley is located in the valley of the River Dearne at the eastern foothills of the Pennines, near the uplands of the Peak District to the west. Geologically, the town is located within the area of the South Yorkshire Coalfield, consisting of the middle coal measures and sandstones laid down in the Carboniferous period. [12] The town is approximately 12 miles (19km) north of Sheffield, 17 miles (27km) south of Leeds, 9 miles (14km) south of Wakefield and 32 miles (51km) east of Manchester.

How the population changed in Barnsley, Census 2021 - ONS". www.ons.gov.uk . Retrieved 9 November 2022. Sweeping scenes of Eldon Street, alive with activity in the 1960s, have been brought to life in the most incredible way. It is now possible to relive precious memories walking past high street favourites such as Burton’s, as well as seeing familiar shop frontages of Timpson’s and Lesley Francis. Emley Moor (Kirklees, England) Full Freeview transmitter". UK Free TV. 1 May 2004 . Retrieved 5 September 2023. Cllr Danny Hassell, Cabinet Member for Housing, said: “Once complete, this development will help create a vibrant neighbourhood for our residents to enjoy along with much more needed community facilities and green space for the local community.” Please note, a topic on baptism could focus on the three churches in this area of Barnsley - Barnsley Baptist Church, St Peter’s Church and Barnsley Baptist Church. Emmanuel Methodist ChurchThe bridge is designed with a slight camber, no steeper than 1:25, which would be comfortable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues. What provision is made for visually impaired people? Mr Lloyd George in Yorkshire – Received the Freedom of Barnsley". "Yorkshire Post and Leeds Intelligencer. 29 August 1921. p.6. George Orwell mentioned the town in The Road to Wigan Pier. He arrived in the town on 11 March 1936 and spent a number of days in the town living in the houses of the working class miners while researching for the book. He wrote very critically of the council's expenditure on the construction of Barnsley Town Hall and claimed that the money should have been spent on improving the housing and living conditions of the local miners. [10] Governance [ edit ] Barnsley Town Hall Last year’s event attracted over 83,000 visitors and, with live cookery demonstrations, live music and a growing number of food stalls planned, organisers are excited to welcome thousands of foodies and families once again over the four-day period.

By Car – Parking at The Glass Works could not be easier. The multi-storey can be found on Lambra Road, just off the Alhambra roundabout. With easy access from the motorway, Doncaster Road, and other major highways. For Satnav users, follow S70 1SF to the customer car park. Get directions here. James Hudson Taylor (1832 – 1905) was born in Barnsley and spent most of his adult life as a missionary in China. He was the founder of the China Inland Mission, one of the largest Christian movements in the world.Cyclists will be able to take their bikes into the lifts, or walk them up the steps using a cycle wheel groove built into the bridge. Will the lifts be accessible to all? With Flavours Food Festival taking place at The Glass Works, in the heart of Barnsley town centre, getting to and from the event couldn’t be easier. With 475 space car park, and excellent public transport links, have a stressfree journey everytime. Rita Britton closes Pollyanna boutique in Barnsley after 50 years". BBC News . Retrieved 8 September 2019.

Wentworth Castle Gardens: Welcome to Wentworth Castle Gardens". Archived from the original on 6 June 2012 . Retrieved 24 October 2014. This small Methodist Church was erected in 1876. Methodist churches of this era were built as preaching houses. This particular church includes special features such as:

It has been created as part of the Eldon Street High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ), an exciting 4-year partnership project between Barnsley Council and Historic England, that has seen investment into the historic street to refurbish buildings and an exciting cultural programme that is uncovering and celebrating the fascinating stories of the street. This is a freehold property, offered for sale subject to the above two Assured Shorthold Tenancies. Number 54 Denton Street is offered with vacant possession. BATHROOM 7’11’’ X 5’8’’ with white three piece suite comprising of a panelled bath with shower screen, Gainsborough shower over the bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush WC, fitted store cupboard, tiled surrounds and central heating radiator Douglass, David John (2005). Strike, not the end of the story. Overton, Yorkshire, UK: National Coal Mining Museum for England. p.45.

From the 17th century, Barnsley developed into a stop-off point on the route between Leeds, Wakefield, Sheffield and London. The traffic generated as a result of its location fuelled trade, with hostelries and related services prospering. A principal centre for linen-weaving during the 18th and 19th century, Barnsley grew into an important manufacturing town. [ citation needed] Turn right by General Post Office, along Blucher Street - stay on right hand side of the street to Plaque 9, Salem Wesleyan Reform Church.Passenger services are provided by Northern Trains. The standard hourly service pattern is as follows. Barnsley is within a green belt region that extends into the borough and wider surrounding counties. It is in place to reduce urban sprawl, prevent the towns in the Barnsley/Dearne Valley conurbation from further convergence, protect the identity of outlying communities, encourage brownfield reuse, and preserve nearby countryside. This is achieved by restricting inappropriate development within the designated areas, and imposing stricter conditions on permitted building. [13] When the crossing was closed in March 2019 by Network Rail for safety reasons, a temporary bridge was installed to allow pedestrians to cross over the railway line safely.