Discover Barnsley
Barnsley is a town located in South Yorkshire, governed by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. With a population of approximately 245,000, it is a hub for retail and commerce. Historically, Barnsley played a significant role in the coal mining industry, and visitors can explore its rich industrial heritage at the Experience Barnsley Museum.
Explore the map below to discover accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and live events across Barnsley. Scroll down to browse featured listings and plan your perfect visit.
Stay in Barnsley
6 Bedroom Villa in Barnsley Centre
Town Hall View
Pillow Properties - Barnsley Centre
Ibis Styles Barnsley Hotel
Impeccable 4-Bed House in Barnsley
Browse by Type
Things to Do in Barnsley
Churchfields Peace Gardens
Discover Churchfields Peace Gardens, a serene oasis in Barnsley perfect for peaceful strolls and creating lasting memories.
Dearne Valley Park
Discover Dearne Valley Park in Barnsley, offering serene walks, a beautiful lake, and abundant wildlife for a refreshing escape.
Wilthorpe Park
Discover Wilthorpe Park in Barnsley, a lovely, well-maintained green space with peaceful walks and a fun play area for children.
Browse by Type
Food & Drink
McKay's Sandwich Shop
Discover McKay's Sandwich Shop in Barnsley, a local favourite highly-rated for its friendly service and tasty, fresh sandwiches.
Coffee by Will
Discover expertly crafted coffees and delightful shortbread at this highly-rated Barnsley coffee shop.
My Pizza Co
Discover My Pizza Co in Barnsley, serving a wide array of pizzas perfect for a convenient takeaway meal or delivery.
Interactive Map
View accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and events on the map
Geographic Facts
This town is geographically within the following regions:
- Population
- 245,199
- Area
- 25.7 km²
- Administrative area
- Barnsley
- Dialing code
- 01226
- Timezone
- UTC±00:00
Data sourced from Wikidata and verified public records
Upcoming Events in Barnsley
Browse by Type
Latest news from Barnsley
All Local News →
How Evri’s New Barnsley Hub Gives Small Businesses an Next-Level Advantage
Discover Evri's new £4m fulfilment hub in Barnsley, Yorkshire. The investment creates over 150 jobs and offers retailers game-changing next-day parcel delivery.
Bradford City Fixture Change on Sat, April 18
Bradford City AFC's Sky Bet League One game vs Barnsley at Oakwell on Sat, April 18 has a new kick-off time due to TV coverage.
A Community Hero's Story: Barnsley bus driver wins award for quick thinking over sandwich incident
A Stagecoach bus driver in Barnsley, Gillian Thompson, is hailed a hero after her quick thinking saved a passenger who was choking on a sandwich.
Support Dogs Pup India's Job Will Be to Help Others - Just Like Policeman Namesake
A Sheffield businessman honours his late father, a former police officer, with an emotional tribute: naming a Support Dogs puppy India after his call sign.
