BARNSLEY’S three Yorkshire Roses have now been named - and residents will have a chance to learn more about them later this week.

Creative and technical lighting design studio Artin Light has been commissioned for the lighting, animation and soundscape of the launch event for phase one of The Seam Digital Campus.

The company will host two public engagement sessions from 4pm to 8.30pm at the Civic on Friday and Saturday.

The central sculpture, which will stand 15 metres tall, has been named the ‘Mater’ (Mother) Rose, while the two additional 12-metre sculptures have been named the ‘Pruna’ (Coal) Rose and ‘Vitrum’ (Glass) Rose, reflecting the industrial heritage of the borough.

Coun Robin Franklin, cabinet spokesperson for regeneration and culture, said: “We’re incredibly excited to have Artin on board to support the opening event of phase one for The Seam Digital Campus.

“The light and sound capabilities of the Yorkshire Rose sculptures will make them a bold and unique addition to our thriving town centre which we can use to enhance our fabulous events programme.

“Artin will play a key role in the event, working alongside Barnsley College to ensure students on creative courses have an opportunity to have their input into co-producing the spectacular and immersive show we’ll see on the night.

“The Seam is a key strategic location in our ambition to be the UK’s leading digital town, and we’re looking forward to seeing phase one works completed next spring.”