Online Talks and Tours

In partnership with the Barnsley Civic Trust we host regular talks, usually in the Council Chamber at the town hall (more details about future events)

We try and make as many of these talks available online, so keep coming back to this page as we will be adding more videos in the near future.

The latest talk celebrates 25 years of the Maurice Dobson Museum & Heritage Centre. Ken Brookes, a volunteer at the museum explains the orgins of the museum and takes you on a virtual trip around the museum and collections.

 

 

The image shows the stone ruins of an old building with tall arched windows, surrounded by grass. Trees and houses are visible in the background under a clear, blue sky.

The History of Monk Bretton Priory

A presentation slide with a sketch of Joseph Locke and a photo of an older man in a cap. The slide reads: "Joseph Locke, his life and legacy," with details about the 2025 Bramah Lecture and its hosts.

Joseph Locke, his life and legacy (2025 Bramah Lecture)

Text reads "The Barnsley Canal The Route and History" above a small black-and-white illustration of a canal bridge with a boat. The background is plain white with black borders at the top and bottom.

The Barnsley Canal: Route and History by Stephen Woodcock

A presentation screen stands on a stage decorated with ornate miners’ banners and flags, including a Ukrainian flag, inside a traditional hall with patterned wallpaper and a curved ceiling.

'Five Shillings Per Day' The Yorkshire Miners' Strike of 1819 by Dr Joe Stanley