Episode 2

Episode 2: Base71 and the fantastic work they are doing for Barnsley!

Published on: 9th June, 2026

Episode 2 of the Barnsley Essentials Podcast is here!

This month we're chatting with Holly from Base71 Youth Zone about the fantastic work they're doing to support young people across Barnsley.

We cover volunteering, the Barnsley 10K, the challenges and opportunities of being a new local charity, and how businesses can get involved in supporting their mission.

Interested in finding out more? Contact Holly at holly.hodgson@base71yz.org or visit https://www.base71youthzone.org/

Listen now and learn how together we can support the next generation.

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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.