Barnsley Civic - Historic Eldon Street entrance re-opening event
Barnsley Civic, Eldon Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2JL
After a transformative period of renewal and development, Barnsley Civic is excited to announce the reopening of its iconic Eldon Street entrance on Saturday, 14 September. This event marks a significant milestone in the ongoing story of a building steeped in heritage, culture, and community.
Originally built in 1877 as the Barnsley Mechanics Institute and Public Hall by Henry Harvey, and later known as the Harvey Institute, this landmark building has been at the core of Barnsley’s cultural and social development for over a century. After closing its doors in 1998, Barnsley Civic was reborn in 2009, but the front doors on Eldon Street remained closed, with the entranceway, elaborate mosaics, and original ceiling hidden from public view. The upcoming reopening promises to reignite its historic role as a hub for culture, creativity, and engaging all of its communities in vibrant and exciting activities.
The long-awaited £3.5m project to regenerate Barnsley Civic, funded by Barnsley Council, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) Levelling Up funding and others, including £1.6m funding from Historic England’s High Street Heritage Action Zone, (HSHAZ) began last year.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 10:00-16:00
Location & directions
Barnsley Civic, Eldon Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2JL
- Directions:
- Our existing entrance on Hanson Street, S70 2HZ will be closed from 14 September. To enter Barnsley Civic please use the new entrance in our historic
- Contact on day:
- Gareth Webb
- Telephone number:
- +441226327000
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
