St John’s Community Centre is now open
The renovation of the Community Centre is finished and the building is now open to the public.
Visit the Community Centre page for more info.
Banking Hub
A Post Office Banking Hub has been set up in the Resource Centre as part of the renovation.
For more info about the Banking Hub please see this page.
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
Public Toilets, Penistone
General information regarding the public toilets in Penistone and what’s being done to improve the situation.
PTC and Cost of Living Crisis
Penistone Town Council was recently recognised by BMBC for its work helping the community during the cost of living crisis.
Whams Road, Hazelhead — Road Closure.
Whams Rd, Hazelhead will be closed from Flouch roundabout to Old Manchester Rd roundabout, from 27th March 2023 for approximately two nights
Election of Councillors
Notice of election – official information including nominations.
Towngate, Thurlstone – Temporary Closure
An order will be made to close Towngate from outside The Crystal Palace to Manchester Road, from 3rd April 2023 for approximately 2 days.
Millhouse Speed Restrictions, April 2013
Speed restrictions will be in place on Manchester Road for around 3 days from 17th April 2023.
Hartcliff Rd/Hartcliff Hill Rd/Mossley Rd Closures
An order will be made to close the roads from 17 April 2023 for approximately six weeks.
Penistone Arts Week, 4th—26th March 2023
Penistone Arts Week is the arts festival for the community, by the community.
Closure of Public Toilets
Toilets in Market Place are currently closed, awaiting repairs.
Photo ID now needed in order to vote
Residents will need to show photo ID to vote at this year’s local elections and are being urged to make sure they are ready to vote in May by checking they have an accepted form of ID.
Warmer Spaces at the Paramount — Feb 2023
Penistone Paramount Free Screenings, Feb & March 2023. In collaboration with the Welcome Warmer Spaces Project.
Wellhouse Lane Road Closure, from 23rd Jan
An order will be made to close Wellhouse Lane from the junction of Barnsley Road to Wellhouse Way, from 23 January 2023 for approximately 8 weeks in phases.
Bluebell Avenue – Road Closure, 6th Feb 2023
An order will be made to close Bluebell Avenue, from Chapelfield Lane to Schole Ave, from 6 Feb 2023 for approx 5 days.
PACT Meetings 2023—2024
The meetings of Police and Community Together (PACT) can be viewed here. Includes all dates from Jan 2023—Feb 2024.
Warmer Spaces at the Paramount — Jan 2023
Penistone Paramount Free Screenings, Jan 2023. In collaboration with the Welcome Warmer Spaces Project.
Warm Homes – General Info (Updated)
Help and advice regarding heating costs etc from Barnsley Council. Updated to include further info and new leaflet (22-12-22)
Warm Homes Drop-in Sessions, Early 2023
Drop-in sessions (and a warm space!) at Penistone library, Jan, Feb March 2023. Organised by Berneslai Homes, officers will be there to provide advice about keeping your home warm and check your eligibility for grants for heating and insulation.
Age UK Advice – how we can all help
Age UK’s practical tips and what we can all do to help someone else.
Telecoms Mast outside Penistone Church
Info about the planning application for an 18m high telecoms mast outside Penistone Church – the only Grade 1 listed building in the town.
Christmas Dates
Useful dates including the Christmas Lights switch-on. (10th Dec at 4pm!)
Warmer Spaces Policy and Info
What to expect from the Warmer Spaces project.
Warmer Spaces Project at the Paramount
Penistone Paramount Presents Relaxed Screening. All welcome. Free Showings in collaboration with the Welcome Warmer Spaces Project.
Thurlstone Brass Band Xmas Dates
Thurlstone Brass Band will be playing at various venues in the area during December.
Roadworks on A628 Barnsley Road
Roadworks: Bridge End to Well House Lane, 22nd August – 30th September 2022.