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You can find us at Gateway Plaza, Floor 6, Sackville Street, Barnsley, S70 2RF.
Floor 6 is on the second floor of the building. This is because there’s a car park underneath.
Enter through the main doors into the reception area. From there, you can take the lift or stairs to Floor 6. We have our own reception and waiting area on our floor.
If you're unsure where to go, we can help with directions or talk you through your journey before your first day.
You can watch the video below to find out how to get to Gateway Plaza from Barnsley Interchange.
How do I get to Gateway Plaza from the bus station?
The walk from the bus station will take around 11 minutes.
Leave the bus station and walk up Regent Street (towards the Town Hall).
Walk past the Town Hall and fountains.
When you see Barnsley Sixth Form College ahead, turn right, then left onto Westgate.
Keep walking past the Courts and Lamproom Theatre.
You’ll see Gateway Plaza and the One Stop shop.
Go into the precinct area to the left of One Stop — the entrance is on your left.
Where are the nearest bus stops?
If you’re travelling from Penistone or Dodworth, you can get off near Barnsley Sixth Form College (about a 5–7 minute walk).
If you’re coming from other areas like Wombwell, Hoyland, Darfield, Athersley or Goldthorpe, you’ll arrive at Barnsley Interchange (bus station) and follow the walking route above (about 11-minute walk).
How do I get to Gateway Plaza by car?
Gateway Plaza has a car park underneath the building, including Blue Badge spaces. The car park is privately owned and all users must pay. Parking costs £1 per hour, or £5 if you stay for 5 to 12 hours. The car park is card payment only.
When you leave the car park, use the lift or stairs and go to the main entrance at the front of the building. If you have a Blue Badge and would prefer to use the lift straight to Floor 6, let us know and we can help arrange this.
There is also free alternative parking for Blue Badge holders.
Find alternative parking in Barnsley.
What facilities are available?
On Floor 6, you’ll have access to a kitchen area with hot and cold drink facilities, fridge and microwaves. The Pastoral room can be used as a prayer room.
What if I’m nervous?
We understand that doing something new is exciting but sometimes it can be stressful. You may be worrying how you can organise your time, if you'll fit in, or if you have the courage to start a course.
If you're worried or feel stressed about starting a course, we can put you in touch with our pastoral mentor.
They'll support you with:
any worries you have about how you're going to learn with us
overcoming anxiety and low confidence and deal with the fear of starting a new activity
organising your time and staying on track to achieve