The Mayor’s parade & Gala was a wonderful success despite the weather and we wanted to say a massive thank you to each and everyone who attended the parade and gala yesterday — and to those who helped make it happen.

A huge thank you to:

  • Every local business who supported the day with decorating their windows and opening especially for the parade
  • All our sponsors:
    • Penistone Town Council
    • JG Pears
    • On Path Energy
    • Mallinson & Co
    • JM Glendinning
    • Penistone Royal British Legion Club
    • A&D Jackson
    • Donnachie roofing.
  • Every local participant:
    • Thurlstone Brass Band
    • Valley Beats
    • Frumptarn Guggenband
    • Branching Out Dancing
    • Quest Taekwondo
    • Barnsley Youth Choir
    • Cycle Works Yorkshire Ltd
    • St John’s Primary School
    • Barnsley west girl guiding,
    • Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team
    • The Tractor Lads round Penistone
    • Penistone Gateway Club
    • Penistone Fire Station
    • All classic cars.
    • Ridgeside Falconry
    • The Mighty Smith
    • Circus Avago
    • Real Donkeys
    • Mimi with Gabby Rogan Equine And Pet Services

And a big thank you to each and everyone who volunteered for your work in planning, marshalling, litter picking and being the reason that Gala could return this year; Penistone Round Table (1094) Penistone Ladies Circle Penistone Town Council and all independent volunteers who come together to form the gala committee.

Congratulations to Mayor Cllr Hannah Kitching on commencing her role as mayor elect 2025!

View of Penistone from Barnsley Road