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Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park takes part in national event to celebrate 400-year anniversary
8th May 2025
Worsbrough Mill Museum and Country Park are continuing the celebrations of its 400-year anniversary with an action-packed programme of family-friendly activities on Saturday, 10 May, as part of National Mills Weekend. National Mills Weekend is an annual event where visitors … Continue reading
Discover the Vibrant World of Christy Keeney: Formed and Reformed at Cannon Hall Museum
Get ready to unleash your creativity this summer at Cannon Hall Museum with the exciting exhibition, Christy Keeney: Formed and Reformed, starting on Saturday, 17 May to 28 September 2025 We invite everyone—whether you’re an art lover, a family looking for … Continue reading
VE Day 80: Barnsley Remembers
On 8 May 1945 the lights on Barnsley town hall were switched back on and street parties took place across the borough. From the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939 until victory in 1945, Barnsley was deeply affected … Continue reading
Voices Blooming at Wentworth Castle Gardens
10th May 2025 11.30am – 2.30pm As the gardens bloom into colour, enjoy uplifting music from community choirs during your visit to Wentworth Castle Gardens. Following on from last year’s successful event, community choirs will be coming together to celebrate … Continue reading
Joanne Harris in Conversation – Including Book Signing
Step into a world of secrets, chocolate, and enchantment as bestselling author Joanne Harris returns to the story that captured hearts. Joanne Harris in Conversation promises an evening of magic and discovery, as she reveals the untold past of Vianne … Continue reading
Fusion’s Arts Award Explore receives funding from Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust
Funding has recently been awarded by Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust to Fusion, Barnsley’s Local Cultural Education Partnership, to enable them to expand the excellent work achieved under the Arts Award Explore programme, delivered as part of the Festival of … Continue reading
Barnsley Museums Job Vacancy – Formal Learning and Access Officer
Barnsley Museums Service currently has a vacancy for a Formal Learning and Access Officer. If you think this might be the job for you, read on! Please note that the closing date is Friday 9th May at 23.59pm, so you … Continue reading
Calling all Creatives!
Would you like to help celebrate Worsbrough Mill’s 400-year anniversary through a unique creative project? There are two paid commissions available for artists working in any medium, offering a fantastic opportunity to contribute to this historic occasion. Proposals must be … Continue reading
Medieval Mayhem Returns to Monk Bretton Priory
The popular Medieval Mayhem weekend returns to Monk Bretton’s famous Bretton Priory for its fifth year on May 17th and 18th. Monk Bretton Priory’s 12th-century remains will come alive with battling knights, jolly jesters and all manner of merriment, with … Continue reading
Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust funding for a future Takeover Day
16th April 2025
You may remember in December that we wrote about the fabulous Kids in Museums Takeover Day, when the running of Cannon Hall Museum was handed over to Year 5 pupils from Carlton Primary Academy. Facilitated by Fusion, Barnsley’s Cultural Education … Continue reading
New exhibitions at the Cooper Gallery
19th April will be the last chance to see the fabulous Four Seasons in One Day exhibition at the Cooper Gallery, before an exhibition changeover for the summer season. Barnsley College Print Show 5th Apr – 31st May 2025 The … Continue reading
Hop Into Spring: Easter Trails Still Open Across Barnsley Museums!
The Easter holidays might be winding down, but the fun isn’t over just yet! The Easter trails at Barnsley Museums are still running, and there’s plenty of time to join in the adventure. Whether you’re after a bit of puzzle-solving, … Continue reading
Treasures Secured: Items added to the Barnsley Archive Collection thanks to supporters of Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust
Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust has been busy helping preserve the town’s rich history by supporting the Barnsley Archives. Recent additions include rare hand-drawn maps from the 1800s by Francis Kendray, a commemorative Co-op trowel form 1884, a Pupil-Teacher’s book … Continue reading
National Mills Weekend
Join us to celebrate National Mills Weekend on Saturday 10th May at Worsbrough Mill in this its 400th anniversary year. Activities on the day will include: Activities will run from 10am until 3pm. #WorsbroughMill400 Now that we’ve secured the £40,000 … Continue reading
Experience Barnsley a better place to play thanks to Tesco Stronger Starts
If you are visiting Experience Barnsley with your children, you may notice a whole new range of toys to entertain them, thanks to a recent grant from Tesco Stronger Starts. Tesco supports thousands of local community projects and good causes … Continue reading
Discover the Joy of Volunteering at Elsecar Heritage Centre
Have you ever thought about volunteering? If so, you might want to join the fantastic group of volunteers at Elsecar Heritage Centre! Sessions run on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am till 2pm. Activities range from working outdoors assisting with litter … Continue reading
Barnsley Archives’ Conservation programme – The Gardens at Wentworth Castle
During 2024, thanks to funding from the National Archives, the extensive records of Lancaster and Sons of Barnsley – a long-established firm of chartered surveyors, auctioneers and estate agents – were catalogued for the first time by James Stevenson, our … Continue reading
Vote for Worsbrough Mill for the Family Friendly Museum Award 2025
Have you had an eggcellent day out at Worsbrough Mill? Kids in Museums is looking for the best family-friendly museums from across the country. Every year, the awards recognise venues that go above and beyond in providing a high-quality visitor … Continue reading
Elsecar Heritage Centre Undergoes Refurbishment
Elsecar Heritage Centre’s Visitor Centre is currently undergoing an exciting refurbishment. While that building is closed to the public you can still find out about Elsecar by visiting into the pop-up Visitor Centre! Located next to Veetreo Glass and Maison … Continue reading
National Lottery Open Week – Worsbrough Travel Mug Giveaway
13th March 2025
Worsbrough Mill is a hidden gem, where history, nature, and heritage come together to create unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re exploring the scenic country park, discovering the fascinating history of the mill, or simply enjoying a peaceful walk, it’s a place … Continue reading
Barnsley Museums Easter Activities
Barnsley Museums have an eggcellent Easter planned with lots of eggciting activities happening across the five, free museums, starting this March. Over at Elsecar Heritage Centre, take part in the Elsecar Easter Egg-Stravaganza Trail between 29th March and 21st April … Continue reading
Magical Weddings at Cannon Hall Museum, Park and Gardens
Have you ever imagined your fairytale wedding in a stunning Georgian country house, surrounded by beautiful gardens and parkland? If so, Cannon Hall could be the perfect venue for your special day. With licensed spaces both inside the Hall … Continue reading
The Town I Love So Well – Parkway Cinema – Free Screening
Sam Batley would like to invite you to the celebration event and screening of his film, ‘The Town I Love So Well’ at the Parkway Cinema in Barnsley. Sam says of the film ” ‘The Town I Love So Well’ pays homage … Continue reading
Volunteer at Worsbrough Mill & Country Park
Help celebrate Worsbrough Mills 400th anniversary by becoming a Volunteer Tour Guide. This is a great opportunity to share the mill’s history, meet new people, and be part of a friendly and welcoming team. Volunteering is open to all, with … Continue reading
Barnsley Archives’ Conservation programme – Friendly Society membership book
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies have an ongoing conservation programme to ensure that the 4000 collections in their custody can still be safely used by researchers many years, decades and centuries from now. This programme is a crucial part of … Continue reading
