Barnsley

Barnsley is a proud Yorkshire town with a rich industrial past, a growing creative scene, and a strong sense of local pride. From its bustling markets to green open spaces, community projects to thriving enterprises, Barnsley is full of opportunities to work, rest or play.

This page is here to connect and celebrate all that’s happening locally. We welcome your news stories, event submissions, and updates or revisions to help keep this space fresh and community-led.

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Upcoming Events in Barnsley

Saturday 6th December
9:15 am - 3:00 pm

Dodworth Railway Station, Barnsley

A pleasant winter walk via Hugset Wood, Low Mill, Fall Head and Silkstone Fall Wood towards the Station Inn for the customary and renowned steak pie...

Read More about The Santa Hat Walk! | Guided Walk

Saturday 29th November
9:15 am - 3:00 pm

Silkstone Common Railway Station, Barnsley

A circular walk today from Silkstone Common to Cannon Hall, going out along the historic Silkstone waggonway to enter Cannon Hall park at the site of ...

Read More about A Walk Through Time! | Guided Walk

Saturday 30th August - Sunday 28th September
All Day

Huddersfield Railway Station, Huddersfield

Huddersfield station closed for improvement works Saturday 30 August – Sunday 28 September 2025 Huddersfield station will be cl...

Read More about Huddersfield Station CLOSED | Rail Replacement Bus Services

Gold & Silver in Barnsley

Bronze in Barnsley

Latest Barnsley News

5 August 2025

Community-driven platform Work Rest or Play has released its first post-rebrand analytics report, showing strong early engagement and promising growth across its digital and social channels. Formerly known as the ...

Read More about Strong Engagement in First Analytics Update Since Rebrand

17 July 2025

The summer holidays are here — and with them, the daily challenge every parent knows too well: “What can we do today?” At Work Rest or Play, we’re here to ...

Read More about School Holiday Bingo – Simple Ideas for Summer Fun!

16 July 2025

Looking for a simple, no-hassle way to raise money for your school, club or charity? Our Refer-a-Friend Scheme lets you do just that — and it’s completely free to take ...

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