Cannon Hall: A Story of a House and its Family
For centuries, Cannon Hall in Barnsley has watched the world go by. Visitors have admired it, locals have walked past it and history has settled quietly into its walls, but the family who once called it home has often remained in the background. This May, a new exhibition brings them...
Discover Rotherham with a free guided tour
Explore Rotherham in a new light this summer by taking part in a free guided heritage walk led by Rotherham District Civic Society. With a focus on some of the town centre’s historic buildings, the walking tour highlights the architecture and stories that often go unnoticed in everyday life, ...
New portrait exhibition celebrates Barnsley people
A powerful new portrait exhibition at Barnsley’s town hall shines a spotlight on the people who make our borough special.
A Valentine’s Weekend in Rotherham that hits all the right notes
This Valentine’s weekend, Rotherham is celebrating the thing it loves most: the creativity and musical skill of its own people.
A flock of stories: uncovering RSPB Old Moor’s heritage
Beneath the open skies and among the whispering reeds, the RSPB Old Moor is offering more than birdsong this September. As part of the national Heritage Open Days festival, a series of free talks and exhibitions is taking flight, inviting visitors to explore the rich cultural and natural history of...
Heritage Open Days 2025: What’s on in South Yorkshire
This September, explore hidden places and try out new experiences for free as the annual Heritage Open Days festival returns.
Planets in the Park
This February, spend a stellar evening at Clifton Park chasing the Moon across the sky as it passes a treasure trove of planets and winter constellations. As part of National Astronomy Week, the Friends of Clifton Park have teamed up with Mexborough and Swinton Astronomical Society to offer a free...
