Barnsley Council

06/06/2026

Out in Barnsley town centre tonight?

Our Safe Space Van will be on Cheapside from 5.30pm to 3am if you need a bit of support.

Whether you want somewhere warm to wait, need to charge your phone, or just fancy a chat, our friendly team is here to help.

What’s available:
• Phone charging
• A warm place to sit and recharge
• Friendly advice and support
• Free flip-flops and light snacks

If you need extra help, we can also signpost you to local support services, including IDAS, BSARCS Barnsley and Victim Support.

Look out for the van and come over any time. Stay safe and enjoy your night!

05/06/2026

Get information and connect with local services next Friday 12 June at the 2026 Carers' Roadshow, as part of Carers Week. Find out more 👇

Are you an unpaid carer looking for support, advice or just someone to talk to?

Join us during Carers Week at our free Carers Roadshow drop-in on Friday 12 June, 10am to 3pm at the BHF Priory Centre (S71 5PN).

You’ll be able to connect with local services, get practical advice, and find out what support is available to help you in your caring role.

Come along and chat to organisations including DIAL, BIADS, Barnsley Carers Service, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue and more.

No need to book – just drop in.

04/06/2026

Local Offer Live welcomes SEND children and young people, their families and carers, as well as professionals working with them - come and meet over 60 specialist services, organisations and support groups.

Local Offer Live event on Monday 8th June at Barnsley Metrodome

Drop in any time between 10am–6pm

You’ll find a brilliant mix of SEND services and support for all stages of life — from starting nursery and navigating education, right through to post-16 options, employment and living more independently. And new for this year, we’ll also have information and demonstrations about disability sport for all ages.

You can contact the team on 08000 345340 option 5 or by email [email protected]

04/06/2026

South Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit Community Grants Scheme is now open.
Local community groups, charities and organisations can apply for funding to deliver projects that help prevent violence and support safer neighbourhoods across South Yorkshire.
This funding can be used to start new ideas, build on existing work, or try something different to support people and tackle the causes of violence in our communities.
Find out more and apply here:
https://southyorkshireviolencereductionunit.com/violence.../

Our latest Community Grants Scheme is now open - with a focus on preventing violence and supporting safer neighbourhoods. For more details on the scheme and to apply visit the website: https://southyorkshireviolencereductionunit.com/violence-reduction-fund-2026/
And don't forget to sign up to our workshop on Wednesday 3 June to find out more!

04/06/2026

We’ve teamed up with Barnsley Test Centre to support safer driving across the borough 🚗💛

As part of our Don’t Drive Daft campaign, safety packs have been donated to help share important information with drivers aged 17–24 as they pass their tests, encouraging safer habits behind the wheel and helping keep Barnsley’s roads safer for everyone.

03/06/2026

We’re now well into Volunteers’ Week, and it’s a great moment to look back celebrate the people in Barnsley who’ve given their time to improve the places we live. Their contribution strengthens communities and builds local pride. Hear from Kay from Wates Group in the video below, and find out how you can get involved at barnsley.gov.uk/LoveWhereYouLive.

03/06/2026

Today our judging panel came together to review the wonderful artwork submitted for this year’s Barnsley in Bloom children’s poster competition.

We’ve been blown away by the creativity and imagination on display, with this year’s theme celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh alongside the National Year of Reading. 📚🐻

Our judges certainly had a tough job choosing their favourites - the standard has been incredibly high!

We’ll be contacting our winners soon, and we’ll be sharing their fantastic designs with you later this month🌼

03/06/2026

Sometimes, being there for a child for one weekend can mean everything – to them and their family.

Join our Short Breaks Foster Carers and help make a difference for a Barnsley child.

Find out more: barnsley.gov.uk/fostering-barnsley/about-fostering-barnsley/

02/06/2026

If you have a baby, toddler, or school-aged child, please spare a few minutes to take our childcare survey.

Your answers will help shape the future of childcare in Barnsley.

Share your feedback in the survey by Friday 19 June, and remember to leave your email at the end for a chance to win one of ten £50 Barnsley Gift Cards.

Take the survey: forms.office.com/e/44UgGDbBHY