News
News about the Penistone History Archive and upcoming events can be found here. Our Facebook page also has regular updates and contributions by members of the public.
In Memory of Brian Robinson
We are very sad to report the death of one of our Team Members and a dear friend, Brian Robinson
History Group Programme
The History Group programme is now available.
Penistone Grammar School, 1392 – 1893
An article about the development of the school between 1392, then at the centre of Penistone, and 1893 when it relocated to Weirfield.
The Rose and Crown, 1749 – 1868
A history of the Rose and Crown Inn, 1749 – 1868 – before the top of Shrewsbury Road even existed!
Penistone and the Development of Football
More information about three Penistone men’s part in the history of the development of football.
WWII Military Camp at Cannon Hall
New addition to the Cawthorne page – info about the military camp at Cannon Hall.
Updated Railways Section
Did you know that the Penistone Line was the first electrified railway in the country?
Halls Section Updated
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Did the Football League start in Penistone?
Research into the origins of the football league found in Dransfield’s notebooks held in the archive.
Archive Closed for Christmas Period
Closed for Xmas – reopen on 10th Jan 2019.
Website Launched
The new Penistone Archive Website is Launched!
Archive Journal #5 – out now
Latest edition of the Archive Journal & Town Directory – only £1!
Can you help?
A request for information.
History Group Programme for 2019
The full list of 20 talks and meetings for 2019.
Tesco Bags of Help Update
Latest update about the Tesco Bags of Help campaign.
Remembrance Event, 2018
Some photos from the moving Remembrance event at St John’s Church.
Silkstone at War Book
A new book about Silkstone during WWI
Tesco Bags of Help Scheme
How you can help us raise funds for free!
An Elizabethan Lady’s Wardrobe
A very interesting talk and visit from our guest speaker.
Penistone & The Peak District in Wartime – new book
The long-awaited book by John Ownsworth.