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UAL L3 Creative Practice Diploma students from Barnsley College are holding an exhibition in the Sadler Room at The Cooper Gallery. One-Place Study is an exhibition of multidiscipline prints and sculpture based on the stories, people and places of Barnsley.  You can … Continue reading →

Join us on Saturday 28 March in The Glass Works Square for a free family celebration marking one year of Barnsley’s Great Childhoods Ambition.  The event brings together local organisations and community partners for a funfilled day of activities, performances and hands on experiences for children and young … Continue reading →

It was time to celebrate, as the Shared Horizon and KYN Brushstrokes and Banter community groups, carers, volunteers and NHS staff across Barnsley came together to view their artwork on display at the Celebration Exhibition launch event held at the Cooper Gallery. This joyous event was attended by over 80 attendees from various groups of people who had been experiencing loneliness and … Continue reading →

You’re invited to get involved and drive forward Barnsley’s visitor economy.  The Barnsley Visitor Economy Forum brings together businesses, organisations and partners from across the tourism and hospitality sector to connect, collaborate and help steer the direction of Barnsley as a destination. The Forum is led by the sector, and is your … Continue reading →

Yorkshire’s popular annual gathering of heritage organisations will take place on Wednesday 25 March in the historic South Yorkshire town of Barnsley. The summit, hosted by Barnsley Civic looks set to be the biggest yet in terms of attendees at the morning Symposium and Exhibitors at the afternoons Yorkshire Heritage Exhibition.  This year’s summit organised by … Continue reading →

The much-awaited ‘Cleopatra and the Queens of Egypt’ exhibition has opened its doors at Experience Barnsley Museum, inviting you on an incredible journey through 5,000 years of history. Running until 20 February 2027, this is a unique and fascinating exhibition, … Continue reading →

Barnsley Museums are thrilled to announce the launch of a truly unique exhibition this March. Step into the mesmerising world of ancient Egypt at the Experience Barnsley Museum, where Cleopatra and the Queens of Egypt will open on Saturday 7 March 2026, running until … Continue reading →

This autumn, Wentworth Castle Gardens launched their latest phase of Know Your Neighbourhood. Brushstrokes and Banter is a project engaging vulnerable adults with multiple complex needs in partnership with BIADS Dementia Support group, NHS Stroke Recovery group, Weavers Court Sheltered Housing, Culture … Continue reading →

Together at the Town Hall is a week-long community event bringing people together to enjoy activities, services and support in the heart of Barnsley. With a different theme each day, there’s something for all ages and interests.  A key part of the week is … Continue reading →