Work starts today (15 Sept) on three Yorkshire Rose sculptures at The Seam Digital Campus in Barnsley. The structures will form part of a new urban park and will include lighting and music displays for town centre events. Phase one of the project is due to finish in spring 2026.
A new mural has been unveiled at Wombwell Park.Students from Astrea Academy Netherwood teamed up with the Friends of Wombwell Park to create the artwork, which celebrates the changing colours of the seasons. It also includes the new Love Where You Live logo.The project followed a series of litter-picking events organised by pupils, with support
A former quarry and landfill site in Barnsley could soon be redeveloped into housing.Regional leaders have approved over one and a half million pounds in funding for the Cudworth Parkway scheme, which aims to deliver 144 homes on the 13-acre brownfield site. Work will follow ground stability checks and planning approval, according to the South
Barnsley is set to open Yorkshire’s first Youth Zone. Base71, located near the town centre transport interchange, will offer a wide range of facilities for young people – including sports courts, a climbing wall, a music studio, performing arts and creative spaces, as well as a café with low-cost meals. The centre will hold a
The Friends of Locke Park have reported that a much-loved mural in the Fairy Garden at Locke Park has been damaged following a wheelie bin fire. Volunteers have already made some repairs, but more help is needed to restore the artwork fully. The group is appealing for anyone with experience in mural painting or community
A Barnsley care home has been praised as “exemplary” after receiving an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Deangate, in Mapplewell, was commended for its warm, family ethos and dedication to helping residents maintain independence, hobbies, and community links. Inspectors highlighted the home’s multi-generational activities, such as sessions with local toddler groups, and
A Barnsley schoolgirl is preparing for the adventure of a lifetime — and she’s working hard to make it happen. Thirteen-year-old Evie, a Year 8 student at Outwood Academy, has secured a place on a four-week expedition to Borneo in the summer of 2027 with Camps International. The trip will see her join a small
Local Healthwatch organisations are urging the government to reconsider plans that could see their independent services abolished.Under current NHS proposals, Healthwatch England and 152 local branches including Barnsley could be replaced, with their work transferred to councils and Integrated Care Boards.Campaigners say this would remove the only statutory and independent way for the public to
Barnsley Civic has announced a new creative partnership with Public Health and youth group Just Us for an upcoming exhibition at The Cooper Gallery. Just Us is made up of young people from local organisations including Chilypep, YMCA, and the Youth Association. They work to improve children and young people’s emotional wellbeing and mental health.
people are being urged to have their say on the future of the Trans Pennine Trail.Users are invited to take part in an online survey to help improve the route, protect its landscapes, and ensure the best possible experience for everyone.The consultation is open until the first of September. You can complete the survey at
