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Barnsley in mentioned in the Domesday survey of 1086 as two hamlets, Crevesford and Bernesiai, with about 200 or so dwellers.
Two priories were founded in the area and prospered as both religious order and provider of work and income to the residents until their dissolution in 1539 under the reign of King Henry VIII.
Coal mining has been undertaken in the Barnley area for centuries, which fuelled the glass-blowing industry which started to build up early in the 1600s.
At the start of the industrial revolution, William Wilson introduced linen weaving to the town and by the close of the 18th century there were hundreds of looms in operation.
Into the 1800s and Barnsley becomes a thriving town with a population of over 3000. It deservedly gets a place on the railway system and its own station. Road systems start to improve, as does the sanitation and street layouts and general living standards in Barnsley.
Today, the coal pits have closed and Barnsley has undergone major changes to redevelop industries and people skills. Yet, the people of Barnsley are happy to greet visitors with a friendly welcome.
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An extended Georgian house two miles east of Barnsley with 74 modern, well equipped bedrooms. The hotel has a full range of facilitis including bar, restaurant, health club with swimming pool and beauty spa.
Mellow Yorkshire stone four star hotel ideally located for visiting Barnsley, Sheffield and the stunning Peak District. Built around a former 17th century residence and still retaining much original character, with beautiful oak beams.
Brooklands Hotel is located in Barnsley, a beautiful cultured town in Yorkshire on the fringes of the Pennines. Whether you stay for business or pleasure, Brooklands meets your every need.
A modern friendly 40 bedroomed hotel, located within 1 mile of Junction 37 of the M1. Our friendly hotel also has a bar and restaurant and meeting/banqueting facilities.
Search for somewhere to stay in the BarnsleySouth Yorkshire area. We have great Hotels, B&Bs, Inns and Guest Houses to suit all tastes and budgets. If you like quiet country living and dining or the drama and life of the city, we have something to suit.
