Wednesday, 27 June 2018

Old Newhill Hall

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Close up of Newhill Hall with possibly lady owner standing near gate. Photo taken in 1900.

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Tuesday, 26 June 2018

Get involved in our conversation about local libraries

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Latest news in Yorkshire: June 26, 01:52:04 PM

We're appealing to people who visit their local library to browse, borrow,
access a range of activities or use it as a social meeting place…to have
their say on the proposed changes to libraries services.

Our 12-week consultation is now up and running, where local communities can
give their views via the online survey, to help to shape the future of
Barnsley's library services.

Residents have until Friday 21 September to complete the survey. Those
unable to complete the survey online can pick up a paper copy from one of
Barnsley's libraries.

The new proposals published today, have been designed based on feedback from
local communities and performance, for example, the number of books issued,
visits and use of computers, as well as considering evidence of need in the
local area.

During the consultation, people are being asked to comment on the proposed
changes which include reduced opening hours at quieter times. However, there
is the ability to have extended opening hours whereby community groups can
access the building on closed days on a trusted key holder basis to use the
building for meetings and activities, resulting extending access to a
community building.

As well as setting out the preferred opening hours option for libraries, the
consultation asks for members of the public to comment on the draft library
strategy which sets out our vision for libraries to be community hubs and a
vibrant part of our communities.

Cllr Jenny Platts, Cabinet Spokesperson for Communities, said: "We
recognised that our communities value their local library and the staff
delivering the service. We're creating a modern, dynamic and adaptable,
efficient service that better meets people's needs.

"The proposals do not set out to close any existing libraries, but we need
to consider the options on how we might best achieve the libraries review
savings of £165,000.

"To do this, we have to work in partnership with our communities to support
people to live healthy, resilient and fulfilling lives and create hubs that
inspire young and old to be the best they can be.

"Your views matter to us, and we want as many people as possible to give us
their options on the future of our library services."

"Feedback will be reviewed, and we'll make the decision by January 2019, and
any changes will be made in April 2019."

More information on the consultation, including a list of frequently asked
questions, can be found by visiting barnsley.gov.uk/letstalklibraries.

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Membership of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums

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Latest news in Yorkshire: June 26, 01:27:28 PM

Award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park has gained exclusive membership of the
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).
YWP is one of only 400 organisations in the world that has been welcomed
into WAZA's prestigious community and is one of the first two to be approved
as an official member in 2018.
CEO John Minion said: "We are delighted to be recognised in this way. This
is an exciting achievement for us and we couldn't be more thrilled.
"WAZA is the unifying organisation for the world zoo and aquarium community
and its members are leading zoos, associations and corporate partners from
around the world. We are very grateful to be a part of this."
The park, which puts conservation at the heart of all its activities, brings
visitors almost face to face with some of the world's most beautiful and at
risk species in a walk through experience. Innovation is at the heart of the
design of all its sprawling reserves, which also gives visitors a unique
view of the animals.

WAZA Chief Executive Officer, Doug Cress praised the park in Branton near
Doncaster.
He said: "WAZA is pleased to welcome Yorkshire Wildlife Park to the WAZA
family. YWP is committed to the highest standards of animal care and
understands that conservation of wildlife and their habitat is the ultimate
goal. YWP is one of the first to be welcomed to WAZA in 2018."
YWP's unique animal collection includes Amur Leopards and Tigers, Meerkats,
Lions, the country's only Polar Bears, Black Rhinos, Giraffes and many more.
The park, which attracts over 761,000 visitors annually, has grown to become
the UK's No1 wildlife experience, offering families an entertaining and
educational day out.
YWP, which opened in 2009, is also a member of the British and Irish
Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the European Association of Zoos and
Aquariums.

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Barnsley Museums launch a claw-some new exhibition

Latest news in Yorkshire: June 26, 2018 01:00:10 PM

Barnsley Museums are delighted to welcome its brand new summer exhibition
Bears! from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children's Books -
inspired by the greatest picture book bears in children's literature.

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Latest news in Yorkshire: June 26, 01:27:28 PM

Visitors to the Cooper Gallery will be able to meet literature's most famous
bears including Rupert and Winnie-the-Pooh, before discovering new stories
filled with polar bears, panda bears and toy bears.

Artwork and manuscripts featured in the exhibition will include Hugless
Douglas, Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear, We're Going on a Bear Hunt, The Bear
and The Piano and Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials.

Alongside bears and bear stories the exhibition is an opportunity to see
beautiful, inspiring illustrations from the creators of many favourite bear
books, including Anthony Browne, Jackie Morris, Helen Cooper and Chris
Riddell. There is also the chance to gain an insight into the process of
illustration with many artists using a combination of traditional and
digital techniques including; Jon Klassen, Joel Stewart and David
Litchfield.

The Sadler Room upstairs in the gallery will be showing 'Me and My Bear',
paw'fect portraits of visitors and their much-loved bears. Be it a cute bear
with a little tail or a noble bear in the House of Lords, very special
friendships and stories shine through.

Throughout the exhibition, a programme of activities will be running for all
the family to enjoy. From a teddy bears picnic on Saturday 30 June to mark
the exhibition launch to storytelling, puppet making and even wellie
planting sessions to celebrate Paddington's 60th birthday.

Cllr Roy Miller, Cabinet Spokesperson for Place, said: "We're delighted to
welcome Seven Stories fascinating exhibition to Barnsley. Alongside many
bears, there will be a glade, bear cave and a library of bear-related books.
Throughout the exhibition, we will be working with Barnsley Libraries and
welcoming a very special guest in July from the BookTrust, Bookstart Bear.

"Always a great destination for families to explore, there will be even more
to see and do over the summer in Barnsley. Whether you're 1 or 101, there'll
be something for everyone, and the exhibition is a great way to kick-start
the town's summer programme in style."

Gill Rennie, Senior Curator at Seven Stories, said: 'Almost everyone has a
teddy bear! And over the last one hundred years, bears have become
increasingly popular subjects for children's authors and illustrators. What
is it about bears that we love so much? And what adventures are bears
getting up to in books today? Visit the exhibition to find out!'

Bears! will be on display at the Cooper Gallery in Barnsley town centre
until Saturday 1 September. Entry is free with donations to the Barnsley
Museums and Heritage Trust welcomed.

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Saturday, 2 June 2018

Old Wath Swimming Pool

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The old Wath-upon-Dearne swimming pool, demolished and sold off to a car wash proprietor by RMBC even though the land and property was designated recreational status. There was quite an uproar during the period but the Council released information that the contractor who purchased the pool had agreed in writing to return the land to the community after 5 years for the benefit of the community as a childrens play area project.

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Sunset in Newhill, Wath-on-Dearne

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Really nice photograph taken in 2003 of the sunset from Newhill Park in Wath-upon-Dearne.

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The All Saints Church, Wath 2002

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Another photograph taken in 2002 of All Saints Church in Wath-upon-Deanre

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Newhill Park, Wath

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Looking towards All Saints Church from Newhill Park, Wath-upon-Dearne.

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Old Moor Road in Wath

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A nice memorable photo of Moor Road in Wath-upon-Dearne before Tesco took over the land and wiped Brewery road off the map. All references to famous Whitworths brewery were gone from the land forever. A deep shame for the community history. Thanks RMBC!