Barnsley Council and their development partner, Queensberry, have announced that two stylish new bars have signed up to The Glass Works and are set to open in December – building on Barnsley’s already thriving food & drink scene.
The new venues are from True Independent Group (TiG), who also run the popular Cucina Sky Lounge in Market Kitchen, BARiSTA coffee shop and Cucina Bar in Penistone, and The Works – Yorkshire’s first life space with exquisite cocktail lounge, coming soon to Burlington Arcade.
The largest of the two venues, SALT ROCK, will be located in the new building to the north of The Glass Works Square, sitting on the corner between Eldon Street and Kendray Street. This exciting day-to-night venue will serve quality local and continental food alongside specialist cocktails throughout the day and late into the night.
The second venue, BLACK & WHiTE, will be located alongside Coffee Boy with its entrance on May Day Green. This small and elegant bar will boast over 100 wines on its menu, which can be enjoyed with great tapas – all made from locally sourced produce.
The announcements are another example of the confidence that is spreading through the town centre currently, with new tenants encouraged by the town’s regeneration, rejuvenated local economy and strong post-Covid footfall figures.
The exact opening dates for the two new venues will be released later this year. The TiG team are also lining up a speakeasy-style bar for Barnsley called Long iSLAND. Although in true speakeasy fashion, details are being kept secret for now!
