Barnsley Main Heritage Group

13/10/2026

During these few days in mid October, there are anniversaries of two significant events in coal mining history that we should always remember. The first of those today, 14th October. In 1913, the disaster that claimed more lives than any other in British coal mining history - that at Universal Colliery, Senghenydd. 439 men and boys died. Never forget what our ancestors sacrificed, honour their memory, think of them today.

04/10/2026

Barnsley in Bloom - wonderful event and we are so pleased to receive a platinum award - well done to all volunteers, sterling effort. Please come to the site on Oaks Lane and enjoy the calm of a quiet green spot so close to town. A place for reflection, learning and appreciating.

29/09/2026

Besides our usual site upkeep, this week volunteers gave a well attended presentation to the Outreach Group at St Paul's Church Hall. Would your group like a talk? It includes seeing what the site looked like after being abandoned for 20 years and how it looks now after 10 years of volunteers' care, the historical significance of the site, miners over the decades and information about the current multiple uses of the area. We also bring numerous artefacts and folders with us, to handle, discuss and reminisce over. Cost - a donation - put towards helping keep up the good work. If you can't come to us -see you at one of our roadshows 😀

26/09/2026

VOLUNTEER DOG WALKERS WANTED!

Especially on Fridays.
Are there any people out there with some spare time on their hands? If that’s you, please get in touch or pop down to the kennels to meet everyone.
Walking times: Everyday between 11am-3pm
[email protected]
07946208911
Homeward Hound Dog Rescue
Based at Wath Boarding Kennels
11 Station Road
Wath-upon-Dearne
Rotherham
S63 7DG

24/09/2026

As our spectacular sunny Summer comes to an end, we draw towards awesome Autumn, and the signs are already there - truly wonderful fungi (more animal than plant, but neither). From huge layered slabs to the lacy intricate - truly mysterious growths. Plus, a sneaky preparation of catkins going on too! 😉 Lots of ongoing human work happening as well, with the help of laughs, coffee and cakes.

23/09/2026

14/09/2026

Seriously, what an amazing day. A fantastic crowd of visitors, interested and supportive - it just goes to show how very enthusiastic people are about their heritage, especially our own super precious Barnsley Heritage! Thanks to all who visited, helped and gave - you're all wonderful and make those volunteer hours so worthwhile. We even had to open our carpark overflow 😂 AND - check out https://akestrelforlondon.com

13/09/2026