Town centre

The Glass Works is the name of our town centre development - full of retail, restaurants, cafes and leisure.

It includes our new:

• public square
• markets
• shopping and leisure space
• Library @ the Lightbox
• bridge and car parking

Find out more about the town centre.

Culture

With famous places of interest and hidden gems, visitors to Barnsley aren't short of things to do. With a mix of cafes, theatres and museums, the town has an excellent offer when it comes to culture.

You can watch a show at the Lamproom Theatre, view fine art at Cooper Gallery, or take a step back in time at Cannon Hall museum.

Find out more about culture in Barnsley.

Shopping

Barnsley town centre is packed full of independent shops and high street stores. It's also home to one of the best markets in South Yorkshire.

In the outskirts of the town and its villages, you can find hidden hamlets and farm shops stocked with local produce.

Find out more about shopping in Barnsley.

Outdoors

Bordering on the Peak District, Barnsley has some enchanting outdoor spaces.

You can spend a quiet afternoon at Monk Bretton Priory, explore the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, or cycle along the Trans Pennine Trail. You can also stroll through the landscaped gardens at the National Trust’s first South Yorkshire attraction - Wentworth Castle Gardens.

Children will also enjoy a family outing to Cannon Hall Farm to meet the animals and play in the adventure playground.

Demographics

Our borough profile covers a range data about the borough, including:

• demographics
• health and wellbeing
• employment and learning