Barnsley
Barnsley is a city in South Yorkshire, England.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Leeds
About Barnsley
Barnsley is located in the county of South Yorkshire, in the north of England. It is the main town in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley and serves as the administrative center for the region.
Barnsley has a rich history and culture, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The city has a strong industrial heritage, particularly in coal mining and glassmaking, which has shaped its character and economy. Today, Barnsley is a thriving city with a mix of traditional and modern industries, including manufacturing, retail, and services.
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Notable people from Barnsley
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
John Stonesb. 1994English footballer (born 1994)
Joanne Harrisb. 1964British and French author
Mick McCarthyb. 1959Irish-English association football manager (born 1959)
Tommy Taylor1932–1958English footballer (1932–1958)
Hudson Taylor1832–1905British Protestant missionary in China
Ed Clancyb. 1985English racing cyclist
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