Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council has announced the start of £400,000 improvement works at Hoyland Town Square.

The programme of work is being carried out by the Council's in-house construction services team and includes:

• Repaving in the Town Square

• Installing new seating and lighting

• Landscaping works

• Painting canopies and street lighting

• Improvements to the facade of the former Co-op building


• Fitting power points and anchor points market stalls

The works, which are expected to be finished by early Spring, are part of our Principal Towns and Local Centres programme.

Cllr Robin Franklin, Cabinet Spokesperson for Regeneration and Culture, said: "We are confident this programme of works, which are a key part of our regeneration programme, will enhance the centre of Hoyland.

"They are refreshing and brightening up the Town Square, making it an inviting place to shop, work and visit, and increasing the vibrancy of Hoyland town centre, building upon the initial scheme delivered last year.

"This significant project highlights our ongoing commitment to investing in and improving our high streets and I look forward to seeing the results of our hard work."