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Barnsley (bärnz`lē), city (1991 pop. 76,783) and metropolitan district, N England. Coal mining, engineering, and clothing industries dominate the local economy. A mining and technical college is in Barnsley. BarnsleyTown and metropolitan borough (pop., 2001: 218,062), northern England. Located on the River Dearne, the town lies in the ceremonial county of South Yorkshire. Its major growth came in the 19th century as a coal-mining town in the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield. Local coal production has declined since the early 20th century, and light industries have been promoted. Barnsley 1. an industrial town in N England, in Barnsley unitary authority, South Yorkshire. Pop.: 71 599 (2001) 2. a unitary authority in N England, in South Yorkshire. Pop.: 220 200 (2003 est.). Area: 329 sq. km (127 sq. miles) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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