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September 2025

Barnsley launches weekly quiet hour to create an inclusive shopping experience
A Quiet Hour initiative will be introduced from this Thursday 2 October in Barnsley town centre, helping to make shopping more accessible. Every Thursday, from 9am to 10am, The Glass...
Smithies man arrested and fined after burning his fly-tipped waste
A Smithies resident has been arrested, prosecuted and fined just under £1,900 for burning his own fly-tipping. On 16 December 2024, wardens received a report of fly tipped waste being burnt...
New Area and Ward Profiles tool launched to help you learn more about our borough
An interactive Area and Ward Profiles tool has been launched to make learning about the demographics of our borough easier, supporting community groups and local service providers. Developed by our Business...
Cricket legend and Freeman of Barnsley Dickie Bird dies aged 92
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Dennis “Dickie” Bird  OBE, one of cricket’s most beloved figures, who died peacefully at home at the age...
Cabinet to discuss Barnsley Council’s investment to support residents this winter
Next week, Cabinet members will meet to discuss plans to invest £4 million this winter in targeted financial support to residents.  This investment has been made possible by additional one-off funds...
Barnsley to Host Award-Winning Christmas Market for the First Time
Barnsley Council has announced that a spectacular new Christmas Market will make its debut in the town this year, delivered by Market Place - the UK’s leading specialist market operators...
Marking 100 years of Barnsley’s war memorial
Saturday 11 October 2025 marks a significant milestone in our town’s history—the centenary of the dedication of our war memorial. We warmly invite you to join us as we mark this...
Barnsley Council celebrates national recognition for apprenticeship excellence
Barnsley Council is delighted to be recognised by the UK government for outstanding commitment to apprenticeships, celebrating our spot on the 2025 ‘Top Apprenticeship Employers’ list.   The rankings, published by...
Barnsley Council hands out Year 11 Support Packs to 3,000 young people across the borough
This week, we’re delighted to begin delivering Year 11 Support Packs to secondary schools across the borough, which will be distributed to around 3,000 young people, as part of Barnsley...
New funding launched for young people to bring their ideas for activities next summer to life as part of our Great Childhoods Ambition
Message from Barnsley CVS  This week, we’re excited to launch an exciting opportunity as part of the Great Childhoods Ambition programme – Ambition Arena: Your Pitch, Your Summer.  As part of our...
Reablement service rated 'good' in recent CQC inspection
Earlier today (Wednesday 17 September), Cabinet discussed the positive feedback our reablement service received during their recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, where they were rated as ‘good’.  Welcoming inspectors back...
Major cinema upgrade planned in Penistone Town Hall refurbishment
We are excited to reveal our vision for the next phase of improvements to Penistone Town Hall under our Principal Towns and Local Centres Programme. We completely replaced the roof of...
Cooper Gallery is awarded prestigious Sandford Award for Heritage Learning
Cooper Gallery is delighted to announce that it has received the Sandford Award for Heritage Learning. The award recognises Cooper Gallery’s excellent learning opportunities and outstanding visitor engagement.
Installation of Yorkshire Rose sculptures to begin on The Seam Digital Campus next week
Barnsley's vision for The Seam Digital Campus will take another step forward in the coming weeks as the Yorkshire Rose sculptures will arrive and be installed on site.  The three structures...
Community spirit shines through in students' new Love Where You Live mural at Wombwell Park
Students and volunteers have worked together to create a new Love Where You Live mural at Wombwell Park. The artwork was painted by pupils from Astrea Academy Netherwood with the Friends...
Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park to host two-day event as part of Heritage Open Days
Worsbrough Mill invites visitors to experience the rich history of one of Barnsley’s most treasured heritage sites during the Heritage Open Days on Saturday 13 September and Sunday 14 September,...
South Yorkshire Leaders vote for long-term plan to fully reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport with £160m investment
South Yorkshire’s Mayor Oliver Coppard and council Leaders have taken a historic decision to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport, approving a £160m (£159.52m) funding package that will see commercial flights return...
The Perfume Shop Set to Expand at the Alhambra
The Perfume Shop has signed a new 5-year lease with Barnsley Council, securing their future in the Alhambra Shopping Centre in Barnsley town centre. The plans will see the store relocate...
Barnsley Libraries calls for young creatives to join Young Producers Programme
Barnsley Libraries are looking for ten talented and enthusiastic 14 to 16-year-olds to join our Young Producers Programme – an exciting opportunity for young people to lead their own artistic...
Our latest performance report celebrates a growing local economy
Our town centre has been thriving in quarter one, keeping up the trend of growing footfall each year. Over April, May and June 2025, town centre footfall exceeded the quarter...
International Market Returns to The Glass Works
This month, Barnsley town centre will host its second International Market of the year. Visit The Glass Works Square from Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 September, to experience a rich variety...
Barnsley Libraries selected to take part in Europe Challenge programme
Barnsley Libraries has been awarded a place on the Europe Challenge for 2025/26, joining an international network of libraries and communities working together to tackle some of Europe’s most pressing...

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