Places to be active
There are so many great places to be active in Barnsley. You can choose from gyms and leisure centres to parks and nature reserves. Whatever activity you are trying to find this might help you to find something new to take part in. You could also find somewhere new to explore. For more information contact us online.
Leisure centres
Take a leisurely swim or have a splashing time with family or friends in one of the pools across the borough. Want to stay dry? Then why not get moving in one of the fitness classes on offer.
Gyms
There is a great choice of gyms across the borough, find out where your nearest gym is.
Parks and open spaces
We are lucky enough to have some amazing parks and open spaces in Barnsley.
Trans Pennine Trail
The Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) is an exciting route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders linking the North and Irish seas. It passes through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals and through some of the most historic towns and cities in the North of England.
Find more information about the Trans Pennine Trail, route planning, maps and heritage information.
Museums and heritage sites
Colleges and secondary school sites
College
The Sports Village at Honeywell is owned and run by Barnsley College.
Find out more about what facilities and activities are available.
Secondary school sites
We have nine secondary schools in Barnsley and many of them have leisure and sports facilities available for the community to hire. You can find your local secondary school below: