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
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.
Cost of Living Help
Advice and information from Barnsley MBC.
Green Road Closure, 13th/14th August
Part of Green Road will be closed due to a bridge inspection on 13th and 14th August 2022.
Provision for the exercise of public rights 2021/22
Documentation for public rights 2021/22
Town Council Receives Foundation Award In National Scheme
PRESS RELEASE 5TH MAY 2022 Penistone Town Council has received a prestigious award as part of the Local Council Award Scheme. This achievement recognises that the council achieves good practice in governance, community engagement and council improvement. Moreover,...
Office Closure Monday 2nd May 2022
The Town Council Offices will be closed on Monday 2nd May 2022 for the May bank holiday. We will be back open on Tuesday 3rd May at 10 a.m. Thanks.
We are Recruiting
VACANCY FOR FINANCE OFFICER’S Penistone Town Council are currently recruiting for two posts for Finance Officer’s on a part-time basis. Penistone Town Council are an active, busy Council that are looking for a highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic person who can...
Town Council Office Closure Easter 2022
OFFICE CLOSURE EASTER BANK HOLIDAY The Town Council offices will be closed Friday 15th April and Monday 18th April for the Easter Bank Holiday.We will be back open Tuesday 19th April at 10 a.m. until 2.p.m. We wish you all a good break over the Easter period. Thanks....
Annual Town Assembly
Penistone Town Council will be holding its Annual Town Assembly on Wednesday 20th April at 7.00. p.m. in the Town Hall, Shrewsbury Road. The Annual Town Assembly Meeting is the meeting where the Town council report to its electorate on what it has accomplished in the...
Town Council Supporting Statement for The People of Ukraine
Penistone Town Council's elected members have released a statement in relation to the situation in Ukraine. 'The elected members of Penistone Town Council unanimously condemn the aggression and occupation of Ukraine.' 'We offer our unequivocal support and solidarity...
Queens Platinum Jubilee Community Celebrations
At a community meeting held at St John's Community Centre on the 15th March, a number of community organisations agreed and advised of the events that they have planned for the Jubilee celebrations.These are not Town Council events as we are acting as a...
We Are Recruiting
PART-TIME CARETAKER Penistone Town Council are currently recruiting for a permanent Caretaker. Penistone Town Council are an active, busy Council that are looking for a highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic person to take on the role as caretaker at Penistone...
Queen’s Jubilee Community Planning Meeting
QUEENS JUBILEE COMMUNITY PLANNING MEETING 15th March 2022 at 7.30 p.m. at St John’s Community Centre – Top Hall. Penistone Town Council will be formally hosting two events over the Queens Jubilee weekend as follows -: 1) Thursday June 2nd – Lighting of the beacon at...
Town Council Office Christmas Closure Period
The Town Council Offices will be closed from Monday 27th December 2021 until Monday 3rd January 2022 for the Christmas period. The Town Council would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a healthy New Year.
Mandatory Face Coverings
MANDATORY FACE COVERINGS TO BE WORN IN THE COMMUNITY CENTREDue to the recent changes in legislation and the move to Level 4, face coverings are now compulsory when using St Johns Community Centre, the Paramount and for all public meetings unless you are exempt. Please...