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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
Volunteer Days at Cannon Hall
Cannon Hall’s popular employer supported volunteer days are back for 2025. Several dates are available across the year, with a range of activities on offer. Book soon as the slots fill up fast. Dates available are: Wednesday 21st May Wednesday 11th June … Continue reading
Creative talent required for Worsbrough’s refurbished Learning Hub
Do you have a creative side? If so, why not help our friends at Worsbrough Mill with a new project at Worsbrough mill. Thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust they have … Continue reading
Building Wentworth
Building Wentworth Wentworth Castle Gardens, boasts 26 listed buildings and monuments located in the gardens and across the wider parkland and estate, but have you ever wondered who built them and why? Throughout March and April there is a range … Continue reading
Adopt an Owl
25th February 2025
Worsbrough Mill and Country Park has been recently designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest in recognition of its importance as a wet woodlands habitat. We are very proud to have helped secure funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund … Continue reading
Silent Book Club at Cannon Hall
13th February 2025
Step into the serene beauty of Cannon Hall Museum and lose yourself in your favourite period drama! On Saturday 22 February you will have the opportunity to visit the Grade II listed Georgian house whilst it is closed to the … Continue reading
Explore Barnsley’s Past with the Pop-Up Archives!
Join the Barnsley Archives and Local Studies team as they bring their fascinating ‘Pop-Up Archives’ sessions to different library venues across the Barnsley borough each month. These special events offer a unique opportunity to explore the local history and uncover … Continue reading
‘Four Seasons in One Day’ – A Fascinating New Online Exhibition
If you’re not able to get to the ‘Four Seasons in One Day’ exhibition at The Cooper Gallery, you can now experience it through their online exhibition. Four Seasons in One Day is a co-curated exhibition developed with Action for … Continue reading
Wentworth Castle Gardens in February
In about 1711, the first head gardener appointed by Thomas Strafford at Wentworth Castle Gardens was called John Arnold. The first garden section, located in front of the mansion, is named in his honour. The fact that it is planted … Continue reading
Bumper Year of Donations for Barnsley Archives & Local Studies
2024 was a record-breaking year for Barnsley Archives and Local Studies with a massive 121 new collections being received, tripling the tally of the previous year, and highlighting the desire of the people of Barnsley to ensure the long-term survival … Continue reading
