Notice of Election, 2026
Elections will take place on 7th May 2026. For more information including on how to register please see this page.
Councillor Vacancy — 27th January 2026
Due to the resignation of Councillor Jason Barton a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for Penistone Town Council.
Please see this news page for more information.
News and Notices
Info relating directly to Penistone Town Council business, its premises and services will appear on this page along with other community info such as road closures as provided by Barnsley MBC etc when available.
For information about classes or events held in the Community Centre please contact the organisers directly at the details mentioned on the Classes and Events page.
Other related news items will appear on the Penistone Town Council Facebook page.
Forthcoming Penistone Paramount events and general info can be found on its own page. (Penistone Paramount is part-subsidised by Penistone Town Council.)
General News & Notices
Notice of Election — 7th May 2026
Local elections will be taking place on Thursday 7th May 2926.
Volunteer as a Litter Picker
Help keep Penistone tidy. Volunteers needed!
Blue Plaque Unveiled
Commemorating Pensitone’s place in the development of modern football.
Road Closure — Royd Moor Rd, Thurlstone, 30/03/2026
Royd Moor Road will be closed from Windsor Avenue to Royd Moor Hall Farm, from 30 March 2026 for approximately one day.
Road Closure — Rockside, Thurlstone, 24-27/3/2016
Rockside Road from Hornthwaite Hill Road to Hornthwaite Close will be closed from 24 March 2026 for approximately three days.
Road Closure — Cross Lane, Thurlstone, 23-28/03/2026
Cross Lane from Hornthwaite Hill Road to Cross Royd farm Shop is closed from 23 March 2026 for approximately 5 days.
Annual Town Assembly — 09/03/2026
The Annual Town Assembly will take place at 6pm on Monday 9th March 2026 in the Council Chamber on Shrewsbury Road.
Road Closure — Royd Moor Rd, Thurlstone, 06—11/03/2026
Part of Royd Moor Rd in Thurlstone will be closed from 6 March 2026 for approximately five days
Local Elections — 7th May 2026
The next local elections will take place on 7th May 2026. (Includes info on how to apply for those wishing to stand as a town councillor.)
Councillor Vacancy — 27th Jan 2026
Due to the resignation of Councillor Jason Barton a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for Penistone Town Council.
Road Closure — Bridge St, Penistone 16th Dec 2025
Yorkshire Water have closed Bridge Street in Penistone town centre due to a burst water main.
Speed Restriction — Lea Lane, Millhouse Green, 6—9 Jan 2026
There will be a 40mph speed restriction in Millhouse on Lee Lane from Whams Road to Hollin Lane, from 6 January 2026 for approximately three days.
Paramount Gift Cards — Perfect Xmas Presents!
Give the perfect Christmas gift and help support your local cinema!
Speed Restriction — Hoylandswaine, 8th-15th Dec
A temporary 40mph speed restriction will be in place on Renald Lane from New Road to Firs Lane, from 8 December 2025 for approximately one week.
Church Roof Appeal – a Thank You
Work on the church roof is underway!
Lights Switch-on — a Thank You!
Thank you to the Penistone and surrounding communities for supporting this year’s Christmas Lights Switch-on!
Road Closure — 29th Nov 2025 (Xmas Lights Switch On )
Roads in the town centre will be closed for an hour or so in order to accommodate the Christmas lights switch-on.
Road Closure — Rockside, Thurlstone, 17th December 2025
Part of Rockside Road will be closed on 17th Dec 2025 for approximately 1 day.
Christmas Lights Switch-on — Safety Info
Some safety tips and notes about the event.
Christmas Light Switch-on 29th Nov 2025
29th November 2025, 4.40pm — a date for your calendar! The annual Penistone Town Council lights switch on 2025.
Buses – Have your Say
A new survey invites people to share their views on what the region’s new buses should look and feel like.
Remembrance Sunday, 9th November 2025 (revised start time)
Information about the parade and service on Sunday 9th November 2025.
Upcoming PACT Meetings 2026 (updated)
List of PACT meetings for 2026. These are attended by a range of agencies that help to fix issues such as anti-social behaviour and neighbourhood crime.
Please note that the December 2025 meeting has been cancelled.
Community Centre Car Park Closure — 8th & 9th November 2025
The Community Centre car park and spaces outside the church will not be available on 8th & 9th November. This is for the Remembrance Service and preparations.