DARFIELD’S Maurice Dobson Museum is using a Barnsley Council grant to help attract more visitors.

The museum, which showcases items left by the late LGBTQ+ ambassador, has redeveloped an outdoor area through the grant.

This has increased the museum’s capacity to welcome visitors and provided a versatile space for community activities.

Volunteers have created tailored learning resources for teachers and students, and hosted educational visits to bring history to life for young learners.

Darfield schools have been encouraged to select children to be Maurice Dobson ambassadors and spread the word about the museum and its collection to their classmates and parents.

Chair of trustees Carmen Hancock said: “We are proud of the museum’s contribution to Darfield life and can now do so much more thanks to the Pride of Place funding.

“Our workshops and other events help to build community connections.

“They also provide a platform for local artists and artisans to showcase their work.

“We can’t wait to share the song cycle later this year. It has been inspired by ideas collected from villagers of all ages.

“Our wonderful new seating area, opening onto our outside space, lets us hold an even wider range of events, which we hope will attract more first-time visitors.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone to see the impact of this investment and find out more about Darfield’s fascinating past and present.”