Elsecar Heritage Centre

Johnny James, Managing Editor
Barnsley Museums

Elsecar Heritage Centre is a much-loved place to visit in Barnsley, with independent shops and cafes, artist and maker studios, antiques centre, exciting events programme, tasty cafes, beer tap with beautiful walking and cycling routes, award-winning park, nature reserve and reservoir nearby.

Wath Road Barnsley S74 8HJ View map
Telephone: 01226740203 Visit Now

Opening Hours

  • Monday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Tuesday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Wednesday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Thursday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Friday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Saturday10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Sunday10:00am - 4:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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