Barnby Dun

Coordinates: 53°34′N 1°04′W / 53.57°N 1.07°W / 53.57; -1.07
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53°34′N 1°04′W / 53.57°N 1.07°W / 53.57; -1.07

Barnby Dun is a village in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England. Together with Kirk Sandall it forms the civil parish of Barnby Dun with Kirk Sandall. It lies between Arksey and Stainforth. It is located about 4 miles north-east of Doncaster town centre.

Barnby Dun has a long history and was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.[1] The village has a church dedicated to St Peter and St Paul, which dates back to the 12th century. It is a former mining village and its history is closely tied to the coal mining industry. Today, Barnby Dun is a residential area with a mix of modern and older properties.

There are local shops, a primary school, and recreational facilities, such as a village hall and playing fields, in the area. The village is known for its friendly community and good transport links to nearby towns and cities, making it a popular choice for families and commuters.

The parish church of St Peter & St Paul is Grade I listed.[2]

The village is located 21.3 miles (34.2 km) from Sheffield.[3] The village has 3,362 inhabitants (2016).[4] Barnby upon Don was a civil parish until 1921 when it became part of Barnby Dun with Kirk Sandall.[5] The civil parish had 774 inhabitants in 1921.[6]

Transport

Boats are used on the canal and

River Don. Barnby Dun railway station operated here until its closure. Kirk Sandall railway station
still operates close by.

Education

Barnby Dun Primary School is here. Arksey School is in the neighbouring village of Arksey.

See also

References

  1. ^ The Domesday Book online. "Yorkshire: West Riding A-B". Retrieved 2 January 2018.
  2. ^ Historic England. "Church of St Peter and St Paul (1151488)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 10 November 2021.
  3. ^ "Distance from BARNBY DUN [SE618094]". GENUKI. Retrieved 2 January 2018.
  4. ^ "Barnby Dun". City Population. Retrieved 2 January 2018.
  5. ^ "Relationships and changes Barnby upon Don AP/CP through time". A Vision of Britain through Time. Retrieved 3 April 2023.
  6. ^ "Population statistics Barnby upon Don AP/CP through time". A Vision of Britain through Time. Retrieved 3 April 2023.