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Streams of Sanctuary

Schools of Sanctuary

Penistone St John’s Primary School were announced as the first School of Sanctuary in

Barnsley at a presentation on Wednesday 18th June 2025

A number of other schools are now applying to become Schools of Sanctuary.

Libraries of Sanctuary

Barnsley Libraries were presented with their Award by the Mayor on Wednesday 18th June 2025.

More details here.

Museums of Sanctuary

Barnsley Museums were presented with their Award by the Mayor of Barnsley on Wednesday 18th June 2025.

BMBC Press Release