Aroundtown Meets Billingley Christmas Tree Farm
The big man in red might get all the glory, but there’s someone here in South Yorkshire without whom Christmas might not be so magical. His black boots are covered in mud, not soot, he carries loppers rather than a sack of presents, and in place of a sleigh is...
The elves are busy working at Rotherham Christmas Toy Appeal
The Rotherham Christmas Toy Appeal is running again in 2023 to make sure no child or young person goes without a gift to open on Christmas morning. The annual appeal is co-ordinated by Ann Levick of Families First, plus a team of dedicated elves who all volunteer to ensure the...
Aroundtown Meets: Father Christmas
With twinkly blue eyes, rosy, dimpled cheeks, and a beard on his chin as white as the snow, there is no mistaking our current interviewee as he strides merrily through the door. He might have left his famous red suit at ho-ho-home, but his joyous spirit and generous demeanour personify...
The history of theatres in Barnsley
Throughout the year, theatre continues to hold prevalence in the hearts of many people who enjoy watching a show, musical or play. Yet at Christmastime, it holds special memories with family pantomimes bringing the magic of theatre to life across generations. In Barnsley, the theatre scene has fluctuated over the...
