What's On
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Find out more about our exciting events, exhibitions, talks and tours.

Elsecar Heritage Centre
Elsecar by the Sea
In days gone by, families from Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley used to flock to Elsecar for a day out at the reservoir to enjoy boat rides, picnics and games on the shore.

Elsecar Heritage Centre
Antiques Fair - 14th August
Discover some hidden gems and a wide variety of antiques and collectables and this popular event.

Elsecar Heritage Centre
Great Engine Demonstration - 16 August 12pm
Join our expert guides for an exciting demonstration of The Earls' Great Engine. Invented to pump water out of the coal mine by Thomas Newcomen in 1712 the engine at Elsecar stands proudly, as one of the world’s most important monuments to the Industrial Revolution.

Elsecar Heritage Centre
Great Engine Demonstration - 16 August 1pm
Join our expert guides for an exciting demonstration of The Earls' Great Engine. Invented to pump water out of the coal mine by Thomas Newcomen in 1712 the engine at Elsecar stands proudly, as one of the world’s most important monuments to the Industrial Revolution.
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Artisan Makers Market
Come along for a host of different makers, bakers, crafters, traders, and more. Show your support for local businesses and enjoy a relaxing day.
Elsecar Heritage Centre
All Aboard! Tales of the Waterways
Join actor Chris Cade for an interactive performance about Elsecar families for whom the waterways were a way of life.
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Suppa Club - Friday 26th August
Barnsley’s dedicated street food, craft beer, and live music event where you can expect the tastiest food, thirst-quenching beverages, and just one heck of a good time in general!
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Suppa Club - Saturday 27th August
Barnsley’s dedicated street food, craft beer and live music event where you can expect the tastiest food, thirst quenching beverages and just one heck of a good time in general!

Elsecar Heritage Centre
Great Engine Demonstration - 28 August 12pm
Join our expert guides for an exciting demonstration of The Earls' Great Engine. Invented to pump water out of the coal mine by Thomas Newcomen in 1712 the engine at Elsecar stands proudly, as one of the world’s most important monuments to the Industrial Revolution.