Penistone
Penistone is a market town and civil parish in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the metropolitan borough of Barnsley, approximately 7 miles west of Barnsley and 27 miles north of Sheffield. Historically, Penistone was a township within the parish of Silkstone.
The town lies on the River Don. Its name is believed to derive from Old English words
Penistone has a market charter dating back to 1249. The town retains its market charter and holds
The surrounding area is known for its scenic countryside, part of the Pennine range. Penistone is a