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15th February 2024 www.looklocal.org.uk
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Parish Families Open Day
Have you ever wondered whether your ancestors worked at the local "big house", such as Barnes Hall, Cowley Manor or Staindrop Lodge? Come and investigate your Ecclesfield Parish roots at the Parish Families Open Day on Saturday 24th February (10.00 am - 2.00 pm). There will be a large display of photos and background information in the Community Room (rear of the Parish Council offices) on the corner of Packhorse Lane and Mortomley Lane, High Green, S35 3HY. Expert advice will also be available, with online access to all the major helpful ancestry internet sites. Prominent surnames (such as Gatty, Smith, Newton, Chambers, Parkin, Jeffcock) will feature alongside other significant names belonging to shopkeepers, teachers, blacksmiths, Councillors etc. You may be able to spot a family surname on one of the lists of the many categories of Parish citizens. Any information you would like to share about your local links will be gratefully received by Ecclesfield and District Archive.
Barnsley is flying the Purple Flag once again Barnsley town centre has been awarded a coveted Purple Flag accreditation for the fifth consecutive year in recognition of its commitment to creating a dynamic, secure, and vibrant evening and night-time economy. The Purple Flag scheme aims to raise the standard while broadening the appeal of town and city centres between the hours of 5pm to 5am. This prestigious award highlights Barnsley's diverse and attractive entertainment, dining, and culture offer, all while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and visitors in the evening and night-time economy. Key successes in Barnsley's submission include the historical Market and Glass Works developments, which have seen an impressive 22% increase in footfall in 2023, compared to the UK average of 3.3%. Judges were impressed with the commitment and buy-in
for Purple Flag by the town’s bars, restaurants and venues. Barnsley’s extensive events programme includes the Flavours Food Festival, which saw a 22% increase in footfall in 2023 compared to the previous year, and the return of the town’s Christmas Market. The Bright Nights festival, an evening event including an illuminated parade, light projection, and Christmas light switch-on saw a 27% increase in footfall compared to 2022. The continuous recognition of our town centre as a safe and vibrant place has also been a contributing factor that helped us to receive two Council of the Year awards in 2023. Cllr Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council, said: "The Purple Flag accreditation is a testament to the dedication and hard work of everyone involved in making Barnsley's evening and nighttime economy a success.”
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