Important Update
Important Update
Following the government’s announcement on the new national restrictions we would like to let you know that we be closing the doors to the inside spaces of our museums and galleries on Wednesday 4 November until restrictions are lifted.
This includes;
- The Cooper Gallery
- Cannon Hall Museum
- Elsecar Heritage Visitor Centre
- Barnsley Archives and Local Studies
Experience Barnsley Museum and buildings at Worsbrough Mill will also remain closed during this time.
Our outside spaces will remain open for you offering a safe space at a time when they are needed most for moments of relaxation, reflection and exercise.
The beauty and nature found in our parklands and country park can have a positive impact on wellbeing and we hope that we can bring some comfort during these difficult times.
Remaining open will be:
Cannon Hall Parklands – car park, children’s play area, café (for take always only) and toilets
Worsbrough Mill Country Park - car park, children’s play area, café (for takeaways only) and toilets. Flour will be available from Worsbrough Mill via click and collect on Wednesdays and Sundays only and can be ordered online via ShopAppy shopappy.com/barnsley/worsbrough-mill-flour
At Elsecar Heritage Centre, a small number of shops are classed as essential and will remain open, including Paul’s Natural Foods, Maison Du Biere and our cafes for takeaways only.
Others will continue to offer a high quality online service, deliveries and drop-offs. Selected shops are expected to offer a click and collect service. For more information visit www.elsecar-heritage.com, see social media or contact individual shops direct.
We want to remind visitors that although you may not be able to visit us in person, we are still here for you via our digital channels. Join us on a virtual tours, experience our collections and discover fascinating stories about the borough at www.barnsley-museums.com.
Stay safe Barnsley and we are counting down the days until we can welcome you again.
For more information about the national guidance visit www.gov.uk/guidance/new-national-restrictions-from-5-november