Friends of Worsbrough Mill

Who are the Friends?

The Friends are a group of like minded people who are keen to preserve, improve and promote the facilities of Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park for present and future generations.

The group provide help and support to the Mill and Country Park team of staff, raise money for special projects and hold events throughout the year to provide funds.

They seek the support of local businesses and individuals and are active in applying to funding bodies for improvement grants.

The Friends have monthly meetings to discuss new projects and future events. They become involved in events on site by volunteering their time to undertake marshalling and stewarding duties.

What have Friends have achieved so far?

Grants obtained from funding bodies have allowed the group to provide new benches and litter bins around the park and the purchase and installation of a new bird hide.

Volunteers from the Friends are also helping with litter clearance throughout the year.

When do they meet?

Meetings are held at Worsbrough Mill on the 2nd Wednesday each month.

Charges or Fees

Membership is FREE.

All we ask for is your support, attendance at meetings, help at fund raising events and projects on the site.

How to find us

Off junction 36 M1 follow the brown signs.

From Stairfoot Roundabout follow the brown signs and Worsbrough.

From Barnsley follow the signs for Worsbrough A61

Frequently asked questions

Q: Is it suitable for Children?
A: Yes, but must be accompanied by an adult.

Q: Can we get there by Bus or Train?
A: Yes, Trains to Barnsley then local bus routes to Worsbrough Bridge.

For further information

For further information, membership forms or to obtain a leaflet about the site please contact;

Friends of Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park

Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park
Worsbrough Bridge
Barnsley
S70 5LJ

Telephone/Fax: 01226 774527