Barnsley, borough, administrative center of the metropolitan county of South Yorkshire, northern England, on the Dearne River. The borough, which was formed in 1974, incorporates the former county borough of Barnsley and several former urban districts including Dearne. The industrial town of Barnsley has manufactures that include textiles and metal products. Coal is mined in the borough. Population 227,213 (1996 estimate).Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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