Things to do in Woolley, West Yorkshire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Woolley, West Yorkshire.
The Great Outdoors in Woolley
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Woolley.
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Stocksmoor Common | YWT
Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve: Tree pipits and linnets sing from the trees in the young woodland at Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve near Wakefield.
Stoneycliffe Wood | YWT
Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve: A stunning, semi-natural ancient woodland near Wakefield, with a meandering beck trickling through. Enjoy bluebells and ramsons in spring, breeding birds in summer, and fungi in autumn.
Barnsley Canal | YWT
Barnsley Canal – Wilthorpe:Barnsley Canal at Wilthorpe is the gateway into the Upper Dearne Valley. Industrial history and wildlife coexist in this extensive wetland habitat.
Wharncliffe Woodmoor | YWT
Wharncliffe Woodmoor Nature Reserve:A reclaimed colliery site from Carlton Main, restored to grassland and broadleaved plantation. The site is well-connected into the Trans Pennine Trail for walkers riders and runners!
Carlton Marsh | YWT
Carlton Marsh Nature Reserve: A wetland nature lover’s delight and a core wildlife site of the Dearne Valley, Carlton Marsh hugs the Cudworth Dyke and is best viewed from the footpath on the old railway line running the length of the site.
Littleworth Park | YWT
Littleworth Park: A wild place that never ceases to surprise. Surrounded by housing, nature is taking back control of this former colliery spoil heap and landfill site and it is quickly reverting to lowland heath and grassland with stunning blooms of heather and wildflowers.
Barnsley Main | YWT
Barnsley Main: A rolling green, grassland surrounded by a fringe of woodland that was once the black spoil heap of the Oaks Colliery pit head that still stands on Oaks Lane.
Dearne Valley Country Park | YWT
Dearne Valley Country Park: A wildlife haven is less than a mile from Barnsley Town Centre. At the heart of the Park is the River Dearne, now so full of life that this is one of the best places to see kingfishers in the Valley at any time of year.
Rothwell Pastures | YWT
Rothwell Pastures Nature Reserve:Based around a network of streams, meadows and a disused railway line, Rothwell Pastures has a special importance for both local history and wildlife.
Water Haigh Woodland Park | YWT
Water Haigh Woodland Park:An intimate matrix of inter-connected pockets of broadleaved woodland, pasture, hedgerow and wetland.
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The Arts in Woolley
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Woolley.
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Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre
The Museum is jam-packed with stories of life in Barnsley. It’s a great place to explore our heritage and for visitors to discover our amazing borough.
Mental Health Muesum
Welcome to the Mental Health Museum Discover and explore the history of mental health care from the early 19th Century to the present day with our remarkable collection of objects and stories. Please explore our website and join us on social media for more information …
Bagshaw Museum
Explore the world at Bagshaw Museum. A Victorian former mill owner's house set in 36 aces of parkland and ancient woodland, the museum is host to a wide range of unusual and exciting collections of collections from around the globe.
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Barnsley Museums are owned and operated by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The museums are Cannon Hall, Worsbrough Mill, Cooper Gallery, Elsecar Heritage Centre and Experience Barnsley.
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History and Heritage in Woolley
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Woolley.
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Monk Bretton Priory | English Heritage
The substantial ruins of a Cluniac monastery, with an unusually well-marked ground plan, an almost complete west range and a 15th-century gatehouse.
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Music in Woolley
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Woolley.
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25
May
Birstall Cricket Club MusicFest 25
Our annual Music Festival will go ahead on Sunday 25th May from 12 midday. 8 live acts, food stalls, kiddies rides. A great day out for all the family
1
Jul
Sophie B Hawkins
Celebrating the 30 year anniversary of the release of her album Whaler
20
Jun
The Amy Winehouse Experience Live - Love & Beyond Tour '25
The Amy Winehouse Experience provide the most authentic recreation of this modern icon designed to entertain and deliver the experience at her best.
19
Sep
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club, Leeds on Friday 19th September 2025
6
Dec
Sex Pistols Exposé / Ultimate Green Day: PUNK@50 Tour Leeds
23rd August 1975 - John Lydon goes into 'Sex' boutique shop, Chelsea, London, Malcolm asks John if he wants to audition as singer for the Sex Pistols.
28
Jun
Echoes of the Bunnymen // True Order: LEEDS
Mutant Movement proudly presents it's first gig at Leeds' iconic Brudenell Social Club. An evening paying tribute to two of the biggest Alt 80s bands.
4
Jul
The Bon Jovi Experience
The Last Bank presents 'The Bon Jovi Experience'
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Sport in Woolley
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of Woolley.
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Pontefract and District Golf Club
Pontefract & District Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland golf course located close to the town centre of Pontefract in West Yorkshire.
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Woolley
Kettlethorpe
Newmillerdam
Chapelthorpe
Crigglestone
Hall Green
Hollingthorpe
Painthorpe
Pledwick
Notton
Durkar
Milnthorpe
Calder Grove
Great Cliff
Horbury Junction
Overtown
West Bretton
Woolgreaves
Portobello
Sandal
Horbury Bridge
Sandal Magna
Horbury
Midgley
Cold Hiendley
Thornes
Lupset
Agbrigg
Belle Vue
Coxley
Netherton
Wintersett Reservoir
Osset Spa
Heath Common
South Ossett
Middlestown
Overton
Flanshaw
Wakefield
Ryhill
Wintersett
Calder
New Crofton
Crofton
Havercroft
Newstead
Healey
South Hiendley
Shepherd Hill
Ossett
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