Barnsley Essential Event Guide [AUDIO]: Howie talks about the upcoming Barnsley Bright Nights which commences on 21st November 2025. Got an event? Let us know! WhatsApp us on 01226 899570 with the details. | Barnsley Essentials

From today, young people in Barnsley can enjoy free bus travel across South Yorkshire with their Barnsley MiCard, removing barriers and opening up access to everything our borough has to offer. Whether it’s getting to school, meeting friends, joining clubs, or exploring new opportunities, the Barnsley MiCard helps young people move freely and confidently. This revived scheme reflects our commitment to creating great childhoods, supporting independence, easing financial pressures on families, and

Using archive film and modern Computer Graphic Image transitions the film researches the two districts of Barnsley. Dave and John discuss old coal mines and railway lines and explore the history of Roy Kilner, the famous Wombwell cricket legend, who tragically died at 38. Dave Cherry is a Barnsley singer and film historian and John Irwin is an expert Imagery film maker. | Old Pictures of Barnsley

See the Barnsley social historian’s article in the ‘Memories of Old Barnsley magazine’ The area was partly cleared in the 1930’s and the remaining streets were demolished in the 1960’s The music is ‘Barnsley Lass’ sung by Pippa Slater and written by Dave Cherry©davecherry2012 ©davecherry2018 | Old Pictures of Barnsley