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Today in Barnsley — 25 July
Today in Barnsley: Town centre parking charges to be reviewed, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Barnsley visitor numbers rise to 4.09 million in 2025
Barnsley welcomed 4.09 million visitors in 2025, generating £431.21 million for the local economy — up 8.2% on the previous year.
Barnsley Great Family Festival — Free Activities 22 August
Barnsley's Great Family Festival returns to the town centre on 22 August with free rides, entertainment, and activities for children across multiple venues
6,537 Barnsley Households Added to Water Bill Savings Scheme
Barnsley Council and Yorkshire Water partnership adds 6,537 households to bill reduction schemes, saving residents over £1.4 million annually.
Dickie Bird memorabilia auction next week
More than 150 items from Barnsley cricket umpire Dickie Bird's personal collection will be auctioned next week, including international caps and match-worn
House Fire Causes Extensive Damage in Carlton, Barnsley
A house fire in Carlton, Barnsley damaged two semi-detached properties on Wood Lane early Friday. Residents were uninjured. Fire crews worked until 07:00.
Wigan Athletic Visit Barnsley for Carabao Cup Tie
Wigan Athletic travel to Oakwell on 8 August for a Carabao Cup first round match against Barnsley FC, kicking off at 3pm. Ticket details and pricing releas
Four Barnsley Parks Win Green Flag Awards 2024
Elsecar Park, Cannon Hall Parklands, Locke Park and Carlton Marsh Nature Reserve awarded Green Flag status for excellence in management and community acces
Barnsley Sign Leicester Forward Amani Richards
Barnsley FC have signed Leicester City forward Amani Richards on a three-year deal. The 21-year-old is the club's third signing this week.
Barnsley Big Summer Markets July–August 2024
Barnsley Council is hosting free Big Summer Markets across four venues from July to August, featuring live music, family activities, traders and competitio
South Yorkshire Markets Partnership Launched
Barnsley Council has led the launch of the South Yorkshire Markets Partnership to support markets across the region and strengthen town centres.
Barnsley Council and Police Target Crime in Operation Duxfor
Barnsley Council and South Yorkshire Police carried out coordinated enforcement action targeting environmental crime, antisocial behaviour and exploitation
Barnsley AI Skills Fund Opens – £800,000 Available
Barnsley Council launches £800,000 AI Upskilling Challenge Fund. Organisations can apply from Wednesday to deliver innovative AI training to workers, busin
Barnsley Wins Four Awards at South Yorkshire Property Awards
Barnsley has won four prizes at the 2026 South Yorkshire Property Awards, including wins for the Seam Digital Campus, Base71 Youth Zone, and Barnsley Colle
Penistone East Ward By-Election Set for 20 August
Penistone East ward residents will vote on 20 August to elect a new councillor following Councillor Kay Hughes's resignation. Candidates announced 24 July.
Barnsley Sign Curacao Defender Tyrese Noslin
Barnsley FC have signed Curacao international Tyrese Noslin from Dutch club Telstar on a three-year deal. The 23-year-old defender represented his country
Barnsley Mum Inspired to Become Nurse After Hospice Care
Katy Miller from Barnsley became a nurse after receiving support from Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice following the loss of her son Oscar in 2020.
Cleanup Day Tackles Fly-Tipping on Wensley Estate
Social housing workers and council staff joined forces for a day of action to address fly-tipping affecting the Wensley estate near Page Hall.
Leeds museum opens exhibition marking 400 years as city
A West Yorkshire museum will open an exhibition in September celebrating 400 years since Leeds gained city status, marking a significant milestone in the c