Situated in the heart of South Yorkshire and having a history that is entwined with all the local towns, cities and families, Barnburgh and Harlington could fill the internet with information but we are not greedy...these places are within walking, or short, distance from us others are merely a computer link away... Nothing in the World Wide Web is too far away so we have provided links to others....so come back!
Visible from our villages the
castle, although in ruins, is central to much of our history.
Have you been there? do you know how it has influenced our
history? Do you know how its families, knights
and church have affected our history? No... then
that's disgusting..
go there now!
Opening Times
1st April - 30th September: 10.00am to 5.00pm
1st October - 31st March: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Facilities
An audio-visual presentation evokes a dramatic episode in the
Castle’s history. There is a Visitor Centre with a gift shop,
displays and information and various events are held during
summer. Medieval costumes are available for children and adults
to hire during their visit.
Option of guided tours for pre-booked groups. Castle available
for private hire and special events outside general opening hour
Only 5 miles away
Once home to the Battie-Wrightson family and set in an imposing 18th century country house in extensive landscaped parklands, the Museum illustrates the changing home, work and social life of people and communities throughout the area over the last 250 years.
Opening Times
Monday - Friday T.B.N
Saturdays T.B.N
Sundays T.B.N
Closes at 4pm throughout December and January. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Good Friday.
The Parkland, lakes, woodland and walks remain open, as does the Tea Room..... visit their site here for up to date information
Award
winning Victorian country house with much of its
original furnishings and decorations intact, formerly
the home of the Thellusons.
The faded grandeur of the reception rooms speak of an
opulent past while the cluttered servants' wing
recalls a vanished way of life that is both
fascinating and evocative.
The 15 acres of beautifully restored gardens are the
setting for a variety of events throughout the season.
Acquired and restored by English Heritage...
Only 4 miles away
Reputed to be the Oldest Church in South Yorkshire,
The first Church, on the site, which was wooden, is said to have been built on the site in 540ad.
It was officially accepted in 1982 that St. Peters Church was the oldest building in South Yorkshire, with a date of 740 to 750ad.
Historians and Archeologist are working to prove that it was in fact built circa 670 / 680ad.
Mexborough Castle is an 11th century earthwork motte and bailey fortress, founded by Roger Busli. The truncated motte, encased by a wide ditch, defends an eastern bailey and a small northern mound, which is possibly a barbican. Overlooking the Strafford Sands, an important crossing of the River Don, The bailey encased by a rampart and wide ditch, supports the remains of a 19th century bandstand. 2 miles south-east is Conisbrough Castle and 8 miles north-east is Hangthwaite Castle.
A 100 acre reserve with habitats ranging from wetlands to hay meadows and supporting a wide range of birds, insects and flowers. A good footpath takes visitors around the reserve and there are three viewing hides offering excellent opportunities to enjoy the wildlife.
The reserve lies between Mexborough and High Melton.
Right on our door step!! Access is from Pastures Road. see
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