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
Temporary Road Closures: Xmas Lights, 2nd Dec
Market Place and Church Street will be affected for a short time during the Christmas Lights switch-on.
Road Closure – Hoylandswaine, 7th Dec 2023
Part of Cooper Lane will be closed on 7 December 2023 for approximately one day.
Community Car Park Closure
The Community Centre Car Park will be closed between the evening of Saturday 11th Nov and noon on Sunday 12th.
Road Closures – Remembrance Sunday
Temporary road closures will be in place on Remembrance Sunday, 12 November 2023 10.30 – 11.30.
Thurlstone Brass Band Fundraising Event, 04-011-23
TBB will be playing at the Penistone Royal British Legion on 4th Nov to raise funds for the Poppy Appeal.
Temporary Road Closure, Penistone
Roads in the town centre will be closed for a short while for the Penistone Christmas lights Switch On.
New Community Café at Springvale
The a new community café is being delivered by Penistone Community Church in Springvale and may be of interest to residents in the area. ‘Hill Country Kitchen’ is open to all ages and is providing a warm space and hot meals free of charge or on a pay-as-you-can...
Temporary Road Closure, Penistone
There will be a temporary road closure at Chapelfield Lane/Clarel Street, Penistone from 28th Oct 2023 for approximately 2 weeks.
Speed Restriction, Millhouse, Oct-Dec 2023
A 40mph speed restriction will be in place on Manchester Rd, Millhouse Green starting 30th October 2023 for approximately 5 weeks.
Changes to Bus Services during Roadworks
Changes to bus services in Penistone caused by the road works which will be carried out from 24th September 2023 for approximately 3 weeks.
Temporary Road Closure, Penistone
Road closures on a phased basis from 24 September 2023 for approx 3 weeks. Areas affected: Bridge St, St Mary’s St, Market St, Shrewsbury Rd.
Temporary Speed Restrictions, Oct 2023
Temporary speed restrictions will be in place at Millhouse Green, Cubley and Langsett for approx 7 days.
Fighting for a Fair Deal for Public Transport
South Yorkshire’s Mayor wants to talk to members of our community about his work around a fair funding deal for public transport across South Yorkshire. (September update – includes additional dates.)
Temporary Speed Reduction – Ecklands
A temporary 40 mph speed limit from 2 October 2023 for approx two weeks.
Antiques Fairs at the Community Centre
Dates of the new monthly Antiques and Craft Fair at St. John’s Community Centre.
Free dry-stone Walling Course
A free, one-day, dry stone walling course (with maths!). Brush up on your numbers and learn new skills.
Mayor attends Community Group Meeting
The Mayor attended a community coffee morning and chatted with representatives from local groups.
Road Closures, Penistone on 9th Sept 2023
The following roads will be affected by a temporary road closure on 9th September 2023 as part of traffic management on the day of the Penistone Show:
Bluebell Avenue, Green Road, High Street, Clarel Street, Chapelfield Lane, Schole Avenue, Back Lane and Market Lane.
Road Closure — Catshaw Lane, Millhouse Green
A temporary road closure will be in effect from 24th August for approximately 3 days.
Bus Timetable Changes
Changes to bus services in South Yorks from 3rd sept 2023. Also includes school buses.
Barbie opening night success!
The new Barbie film had a great opening night with a packed cinema…
Motown night at St John’s Church
Sing along and dance to the classics! Fundraiser for the repair of the church roof.
Mayor Presents Charity Donation
The Mayor presented a donation of £1,267.75 to Barnsley Sexual Abuse And Rape Crisis Services with funds raised by this year’s Penistone Mayor’s Gala.
Speed restrictions – Halifax Rd UPDATE
peed restrictions will be in place for around 5 months from 13th November 2023.