Barnsley’s latest hub for families

Barnsley’s latest hub for families

Whether you’re a parent looking for help with infant feeding, developing your child’s early language skills, or mental health support for your child, families in Barnsley can find a range of useful services at Barnsley Market’s new family hub. In April, Barnsley Family Hubs officially launched its town centre branch...

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Boxer Callum’s fight against hunger

Boxer Callum’s fight against hunger

On Saturday 7th June, Barnsley boxer Callum Simpson will step into the ring at Oakwell Stadium for the biggest and toughest night of his career. But trying to defeat the unbeaten Italian, Ivan Zucco, for the European Super Middleweight title isn’t his only fight this summer. Callum will also be...

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 400 years of flour at Worsbrough Mill

 400 years of flour at Worsbrough Mill

One of Barnsley’s best loved heritage sites is celebrating its 400th anniversary this year. King Charles I was on the throne when Worsbrough Mill’s waterwheel first started turning to produce freshly-ground flour. Bread was a staple then as it is today, and the traditional method of milling hasn’t changed much...

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Perennial promise at Barnsley Main pit

Perennial promise at Barnsley Main pit

A team of green-fingered volunteers – with a little help from Mother Nature – has regenerated the landscape at Barnsley Main Colliery.

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How’s thi ticker?

How’s thi ticker?

Employers in Barnsley can look after the heart health of their staff thanks to an ongoing public health campaign. How’s Thi Ticker is a partnership between Barnsley Council’s public health team and Barnsley Premier Leisure to offer free workplace heart health checks. Their friendly team of advisors are going around...

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Barnsley Book Festival is back!

Barnsley Book Festival is back!

Celebrate all things reading this February with the return of Barnsley Book Festival taking place between Saturday 15th February and Saturday 8th March.

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Breastfeed in Barnsley Anytime, Anywhere

Breastfeed in Barnsley Anytime, Anywhere

Whether it’s your first or your fourth, having a baby is a life-changing experience that brings with it new emotions and new responsibilities. In between sleepless nights, changing nappies, and adjusting to your new family dynamics, you must also navigate the infant feeding journey. Breastfeeding has many benefits for mum,...

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Barnsley u3a fly the flag for gardening

Barnsley u3a fly the flag for gardening

Members of Barnsley u3a are proud to have helped restore the historic Union Jack Garden at Wentworth Castle Gardens in Stainborough. Over the last few years, the Bu3a gardeners group have worked with the National Trust team, who are custodians of the site, to overhaul a triangular section of the...

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Be a food hero at FareShare Yorkshire

Be a food hero at FareShare Yorkshire

No one should go hungry at Christmas. But as 15 percent of households live in food insecurity, FareShare Yorkshire is gearing up for one of their busiest winter periods yet – and they’d really appreciate your help to get food out to those who need it most. As the UK’s...

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Give Barnsley’s care leavers an unforgettable Christmas Day

Give Barnsley’s care leavers an unforgettable Christmas Day

Waking up in matching pyjamas, a festive walk in your Christmas jumpers, disputes over board games, and eating never-ending leftovers are all typical components of a family Christmas. But what does December 25th look like for care leavers? For young people who leave the care system, turkey, tinsel and traditions...

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