Barnsley Parks & Green Spaces

Barnsley Parks & Green Spaces Welcome to the official page for Barnsley Council's Parks Services. This includes posts that contain swearing or libelous statements.

The page will be updated on a regular basis, and will include information on; community events and activities, volunteering opportunities, information sharing, funding opportunities, volunteers and community groups. We reserve the right to delete, without notice, any comments from the page that are deemed inappropriate, disruptive or offensive to others.

Something WILD is coming to Elsecar Park! The Pride of Yorkshire lion trail is coming to Barnsley, Sheffield, Rotherham,...
03/06/2026

Something WILD is coming to Elsecar Park!

The Pride of Yorkshire lion trail is coming to Barnsley, Sheffield, Rotherham, and Doncaster for Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity, and Elsecar Park is receiving two of Barnsley's roarsome lions!

Check back for the unveiling on 8th June, and find out more about the trail via the link in the comments.

Elsecar Park Tee pot - Elsecar Park Friends of Elsecar Park

Something WILD is coming to Locke Park! The Pride of Yorkshire lion trail is coming to Barnsley, Sheffield, Rotherham, a...
03/06/2026

Something WILD is coming to Locke Park!

The Pride of Yorkshire lion trail is coming to Barnsley, Sheffield, Rotherham, and Doncaster for Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity, and Locke Park is receiving one of Barnsley's roarsome lions!

Check back for the unveiling on 8th June, and find out more about the trail via the link in the comments.


Friends of Locke Park

Have we told you about the work our Barnsley Parks and Green Spaces team did at Burton Grange play area? 🌿As part of the...
03/06/2026

Have we told you about the work our Barnsley Parks and Green Spaces team did at Burton Grange play area? 🌿

As part of the Love Where You Live programme, the space has been refreshed with repainted play equipment, new tiger mulch surfacing and the addition of new swings, helping create a safer and more enjoyable place for families to spend time together.

We’re aware of ongoing vandalism at this site, which takes time and money to put right. We’d really like to keep this space looking its best for everyone, so please report any damage or anti-social behaviour to the Safer Neighbourhoods Team. You can find the details in the comments.

Love Where You Live is about caring for the places that matter and creating a Barnsley we’re proud to call home.

Its Barnsley In Bloom Children's Poster Competition judging day...this years theme is Winnie The Poohs 100th Anniversary...
03/06/2026

Its Barnsley In Bloom Children's Poster Competition judging day...this years theme is Winnie The Poohs 100th Anniversary and National Reading Year....wow, its going to be a tough one....results coming soon...😊🌼🖼🎨🖌
Yorkshire in Bloom

Did we tell you about the work our Barnsley Parks and Green Spaces team did at Milton Forge play area? 🌿As part of the L...
01/06/2026

Did we tell you about the work our Barnsley Parks and Green Spaces team did at Milton Forge play area? 🌿

As part of the Love Where You Live programme, the space has been refreshed with newly painted play equipment, new fencing, and added seating and picnic benches, helping create a safer and more comfortable place for families to spend time together.

Please help look after your local park by keeping it clean and reporting any issues or anti‑social behaviour – it’s everyone’s space to enjoy.

Love Where You Live is all about caring for the places that matter to our communities and creating a Barnsley we’re proud to call home.

Find out more about Love Where You Live in the comments below. 👇

01/06/2026

Wombwell Park Lights

Users of Wombwell Park may be aware that a number of lamp posts have been cut down. This was done by the Street Lighting Team due to the posts needing urgent removal for health and saftey, following a review of all posts in the area. They will be replaced as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

With the warm weather continuing, it’s a great time to be out and about in your local parks ☀️🌿At Newstead play area in ...
29/05/2026

With the warm weather continuing, it’s a great time to be out and about in your local parks ☀️🌿

At Newstead play area in Athersley, Love Where You Live has supported improvements to access, including new paths to help create a safer route to school. New bollards have also been installed at the entrance to improve safety by reducing vehicle access.

These small but important changes help make the space safer and easier for families and children to use every day. If you’re heading out, remember to stay safe in the sun and keep hydrated 💧

Please help look after your local park by using bins and reporting any issues or anti‑social behaviour – it’s everyone’s space to enjoy.

Through Love Where You Live, we’re creating a Barnsley that feels welcoming and vibrant for everyone.

Find out more about Love Where You Live at https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/LoveWhereYouLive.



Sustainable Barnsley

Walking through The Seam car park today, the wildflower edges are looking stunning...and buzzing with insect life 😊👍🐝🐞🦋...
28/05/2026

Walking through The Seam car park today, the wildflower edges are looking stunning...and buzzing with insect life 😊👍🐝🐞🦋💚

Planning to enjoy the sunshine this week? The Nook in Hoylandswaine is looking ready for it. 😎As part of the Love Where ...
27/05/2026

Planning to enjoy the sunshine this week? The Nook in Hoylandswaine is looking ready for it. 😎

As part of the Love Where You Live programme, the play area has been updated with repainted equipment, refreshed fencing and gates, a new basket swing and improved surfacing, helping create a bright and welcoming space for families.

Whether it’s a quick visit or a longer stay, it’s a lovely place to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather. Don’t forget your sunscreen and plenty of water 💧

Love Where You Live is all about building a Barnsley we’re proud to call home – vibrant, welcoming and full of opportunity.

Find out more about Love Where You Live in the comments.

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Westgate Plaza 1
Barnsley
S702DR

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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01226 774353

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