Episode 1

Episode 1: Mental Health, 10Ks & Mountain Rescue

Published on: 19th May, 2026

Episode 1 – Mental Health, 10Ks & Mountain Rescue

Welcome to the very first episode of The Barnsley Essentials Podcast the new podcast celebrating life in our town.

In this episode, we talk mental health, local challenges, 10K events, tea plantations, and Barnsley’s brand new mountain rescue team, who are now looking for volunteers.

Real stories, local voices, and the people helping make Barnsley what it is.

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About the Podcast

REYT GOOD BARNSLEY PODCAST
The stories, people and conversations shaping Barnsley.
The REYT GOOD BARNSLEY PODCAST is produced by Barnsley Essentials celebrating the people, stories and community spirit that make our town unique.

Each episode features local conversations, community stories, events, inspiring people, big talking points, and the issues affecting everyday life across Barnsley and South Yorkshire. From local heroes and charities to culture, wellbeing, sport, business and everything in between this is real Barnsley, told by the people who live it.

Whether it’s a brand new community project, a local challenge, a charity fundraiser, or just a brilliant Barnsley story that deserves to be heard, Barnsley Essentials brings the town together in one place.