Sport and leisure
There are several golf courses in Barnsley, including The Limes - Barnsley Golf Club's course in Staincross.
The Limes
The Limes is a par 69 course, situated on the A61 in Staincross, between Barnsley and Wakefield. Over 5951 yards, it offers even the most competitive of golfers a challenge.
The course is open to all. You can play on a casual pay-and-play basis, or as a member.
Opening times
The Limes opening times vary due to daylight hours, but generally the course is open from 7am until dusk 363 days a year (closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day).
How to book a round of golf
To book a round of golf at The Limes call 01226 380358.
Fees
If you're not a golf club member, the fee for a round of golf for adults, concessions, juniors and at twilight are shown in the table below.
Type | Weekday fee | Weekend fee |
Adult | £22 | £27 |
Concession | £20 | £25 |
Junior | £11 | £14.50 |
Twilight | £17 | £22 |
Membership (season tickets)
You can become a member of Barnsley Golf Club by buying a season ticket. Season tickets run from 1 April to 31 March each year. You can split the cost of your membership into 12 monthly instalments at no extra cost if you pay by Direct Debit.
Member type | New member | One year discount | Three year discount |
7 day adult | £779 | £755 | £724 |
7 day senior citizen | £717 | £694 | £671 |
7 day young adult (18 to 29 years) | £520 | £520 | £520 |
7 day student (18 to 21 years) | £169 | £169 | £169 |
7 day junior | £139 | £139 | £139 |
5 day adult | £643 | £619 | £602 |
5 day senior citizen | £563 | £539 | £520 |
Golf society days and corporate packages
You can arrange golf society days, party bookings and corporate packages at The Limes for groups of 12 people or more. These can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Packages range from just a round of golf to a round and a meal, or can be made bespoke for you. Call 01226 380358 to discuss available dates, packages and to make a booking.
Competitions
During the year Barnsley Golf Club organise major trophy competitions for men, ladies and juniors. These are in addition to monthly weekend and mid-week medal competitions for each category. You can find competition fixtures and competition results on the Barnsley Golf Club website.
Other golf courses
As well as The Limes, other golf courses in the Barnsley area include:
- Hickleton Golf Course
- Hillies Golf Course (Wombwell)
- Sandhill Golf Course (Middlecliffe)
- Silkstone Golf Course
- Waterfront Golf Course (Bolton upon Dearne)
- Tankersley Park Golf Course
- Wortley Golf Course
Elsecar Park also has a nine hole pitch and putt course, as well as a crazy golf area.