About Durham - Largely a dormitory town, attracting commuters who work in Leeds and Sheffield, Barnsley is over 70% rural, despite its industrial heritage, and as such has become a much sought after place to set up home. It has an unrivalled reputation for night life, with people travelling from far afield to sample the Barnsley hospitality.
Shopping - The town centre has a parade of shops and all the usual brands that you would expect to find on a good high street are there. The shops are smaller than in the modern shopping centres but still have a good range of choice.
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Barnsley's markets are huge. The indoor markets are permenant and then on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday the outdoor market springs into life. The Mall and Alhambra shopping centres are worth a visit and the latter caters very well for disabled shoppers.
Things to do - Cultural highlights include the Cooper Gallery, Design Centre, Cannon Hall Museum & Country Park, Monk Bretton Priory and Wentworth Castle Gardens. Barnsley has a vibrant and buzzing night life, Take time out in the pubs, café bars, restaurants and night clubs.
For days out with children see: www.kidsdaysout.co.uk/
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