What's On and Things To Do Around Barnsley

*** Barnsley Baby and Childrens Market Nearly New Sale Sunday 8 July 2018 , 12 - 2pm , Barnsley Academy *** Love a Bargain ? If so join us at our up and coming Barnsley nearly new sale where HUNDREDS of pre - loved bargains are waiting to find new homes!

This is no ordinary 5k. This is thousands of women uniting with one purpose. To come together. To raise money. To BEAT CANCER. 5k (or just over 3 miles) is an achievable distance for all ages and abilities. You can take part however you like and choose to run, jog or walk your way around the course.

The Lamproom Theatre in Barnsley plays host to Manford’s Comedy Club. This live comedy show features four brilliant comedians from around the UK personally selected by Jason Manford.

Over 30 Artistes and Bands, 2 Stages, Clubhouse, Marquees, Food Stations, Kids Club &;Entertainers, Pet Station, Camping, over 70 Beers and Ciders on tap!

Picnics at the ready… Roll up, roll up for a magical midsummer night of outdoor theatre at Wentworth Woodhouse. Chapterhouse, one of UK’s best touring companies, will be performing Shakespeare’s rom-com A Midsummer Night’s Dream - all magical forests, star-crossed lovers, playful fairies and comical minstrels.

English Folk Dances

English Folk Dances and Strawberry tea.

Music from local acts. Main band – Sundance. Cash bar for over 18s. Ticket price includes a hot pork sandwich.

Take a leisurely stroll around the village to find scarecrows on the theme of Musicians displayed in gardens and public areas. Those purchasing a map from the Village Hall from noon on Sunday at the Village Hall, will be able to cast their vote for the best scarecrow. Refreshments will be on sale at various venues.

English Folk dances

Waldershelf Singers and Millhouse Green Male Voice Choir, two local community choirs, join to perform favourite songs from many musical shows and films, including Carousel, South Pacific, Chicago, Sweet Charity, Guys and Dolls, Les Miserables, Chess, Skyfall, The Greatest Showman, La La Land and many others.

Small, mainly sloping, suburban garden packed full of interest. Summer highlights include over 300 varieties of hostas and close plantings of flowering perennials with some rare and unusual plants. Shaded gravel and rock gardens show off acers, ferns and hostas, especially miniature hostas, the nursery specialism.

Join us for an evening of style, glamour and sophistication as Meadowhall hosts the ultimate ladies’ event. This is a fabulous, not to be missed, night of pampering and indulgence. An evening of unique offers – exclusive to Meadowhall – from top beauty and fashion brands.

Join us for an evening of style, glamour and sophistication as Meadowhall hosts the ultimate ladies’ event. This is a fabulous, not to be missed, night of pampering and indulgence. An evening of unique offers – exclusive to Meadowhall – from top beauty and fashion brands.

Vinyl Night offers music lovers the chance to listen to, buy and swap vinyls in an age where music is dominated by digital. Hosted by DJ Graham and in conjunction with Vinyl Sound Bar, located in Rotherham’s Indoor Market.

A new month means the Rotherham Punk Club returns to the Cutlers Arms and we have firm favourites Inequality Street joining us once again. Through their own record label, Broken Soul Records, the band released their debut album ’All In This Together’.

Following on from our Mod Legends night, we’ve invited Mod and Northern Soul covers band The Orphans to host a little after party on our indoor stage! Expect to hear hits from the likes of Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, James Brown and more.

Decades ago, you were either a Mod or a Rocker. If you were a Mod, we’re guessing you listened to music genres such as Ska and Soul? If you’ve been in the mood to re-live your youth, we have arranged the most mod-themed night of your life as we introduce a Night of Mod!

Who has plans on a Sunday afternoon apart from enjoying a huge roast dinner then flopping in front of the sofa until it’s time to go to bed?

Hosted every Wednesday night and welcoming singers, songwriters and artists to join us in our public bar to jam the night away whilst enjoying the finest selection of real and draught ales. As our bar staff for more information.

The House are a 4 piece rock covers band from South Yorkshire and tonight, we’ve asked them to come back to the place where it all began for them. At this free gig (yes, free!

One of the biggest hard rock bands to see success in the 1980’s, we are beyond excited to announce that The Quireboys will be performing here, at the Cutlers Arms, on our outdoor stage - we are not worthy!

Get you a band who can do both - perform high octane covers of rock and metal hits we all know and love as well as explosive original songs.

Hosted every Wednesday night and welcoming singers, songwriters and artists to join us in our public bar to jam the night away whilst enjoying the finest selection of real and draught ales. As our bar staff for more information.

Vinyl Night offers music lovers the chance to listen to, buy and swap vinyls in an age where music is dominated by digital. Hosted by DJ Graham and in conjunction with Vinyl Sound Bar, located in Rotherham’s Indoor Market.

If Ska is your music genre of choice then you need to get ready and get down to the Cutlers Arms to see Skip Rat perform live. If that wasn’t enough to make you happy, the gig is also free!

What would a weekend be without Papa Legba’s performing at the Cutlers Arms? Not a very good one! Thankfully we’ve got the unique Blues, Rock and Soul band back and performing live straight after our Doningtown 80’s event to keep the party going.

We’re taking you back to the year 1980, specifically to Donington 1980, as we flashback with a number of bands paying homage to the bands who played back in the summer of ’80.

Although Sunday provides us with another day off work, it’s still inevitable that we will think about having to go back to work the day after at least once!

As quoted by the Meanstreak boys - "We play a range of music drawn from the golden era of hard rock." Think AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and Iron Maiden amongst others. Wide range of real and draught ales available at the Cutlers bar, including award-winning brews from Rotherham’s Chantry Brewery.

Just because an event is over it doesn’t mean the night is, which is why we’ve got Wilko Johnson and Dr Feelgood tribute band, Sneakin’ Stupidity, performing live after our Steelos Punk Fest draws to a close.

We love a full day of music, even more so when we’re raising money for charity. We’ve arranged an incredible line-up of local Punk banks to perform live, including: Black Market Clash Hospital Food The Sons of El Roacho The F***wits The Thurmanators

Britpop, Indie, and classic 90’s hits are on the agenda for live music at the Cutlers Arms this afternoon. Enjoy your Sunday roast then pay us a visit for a proper pint and proper music.

Come along to Clifton Park Museum and enter a world of Victorian curiosity, delight and intrigue to celebrate the Museum’s 125th birthday!

A quality selection of gardens from large to small, all having a different feel to appeal to all tastes. There are cottage gardens, formal bedding displays, vegetable plots, wildlife-friendly gardens and ponds, spectacular herbaceous borders plus a National Garden Scheme show-stopper.

Join us in 2018 as we celebrate 300 years since the birth of Thomas Chippendale, one of the most influential English designers in history.

Settle down with a hot cuppa and a gripping read in Nostell’s second-hand book shop. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 12 - 4pm from Saturday 14 April until Sunday 28 October 2018. You’ll find many titles to choose from at very reasonable prices.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

Thomas Chippendale inspired countless designers and craftspeople to copy his styles, techniques and trademark quality. Be part of the #Chipster generation in 2018 by joining in creative workshops to make your own masterpieces.

Visit this brand new exhibition to discover how Thomas Chippendale made his name: from the publication of his pattern book of furniture designs to masterminding entire rooms in the latest 18th century fashions for Rowland Winn at Nostell.

Enjoy an hour’s walk around Nostell’s picturesque parkland. Get some free exercise with a gentle stroll around the park led by our experienced walk leader. Join the group of regular walkers to take in the changing seasons and enjoy a cuppa in the cafe each week. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome.

As part of a small group, with lots of help on hand from our resident expert MC Woodcrafts, you can create and craft your own natural wooden creation to take home. All tools and materials are provided. From log to spoon, experience the full process of transforming a log into your own hand carved spoon.

Join in this free weekly 5km timed run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. People of every ability are encouraged to get involved; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.

1 day introduction to green woodworking for families in partnership with MC Woodcraft. An day introduction to green woodworking for families in partnership with MC Woodcraf.t Discover the hands-on techniques of green woodworking and fire lighting as a family. Campfire cooking jacket potato lunch included.

Have an aspiring runner in your family aged 4-9' Come and join Ackworth Junior Runners for running fun and games on the vistas. Meeting every Monday, April - August, it’s the perfect way to get outdoors and active.

Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate. Following an experienced leader, you’ll meet new people, discover new cycle routes and explore the countryside.

Join the Nordic walking group every Tuesday for some exercise in the parkland to boost your fitness and your mood! Using the poles, you can tone the upper and lower body at the same time and burn nearly twice as many calories than ordinary walking.

Join us in The Workshop, our new creative space at Nostell for a drop-in craft session. This season we will be looking at some simple book binding methods. During your house visit, take a break to try out different craft activities in a relaxing, informal environment. Suitable for all adults.

Kick off the Summer of Sport with Wakefield District Cycle Forum. Have a go at cycle skills and join led rides around the parkland.

Fancy getting into cycling but want a gentle start' Join ride leaders from Wakefield District Cycle Forum for an easy bike ride exploring the parkland and beyond the Nostell estate. These short rides are ideal for beginners, families and those wanting to build their confidence.