An Audience with Henry Blofeld at Barnsley Civic

There are cricket events across the summer for fans to enjoy in Yorkshire and, in partnership with Barnsley Civic, we’ll explore an exciting visit by Henry Blofeld.

Former Test Match Special (TMS) commentator Blofeld is coming to Barnsley on 11 June 2025 to delight the audience with his colourful stories and trademark humour.

It should be a cracking night of laughter, insight and entertainment – click below to choose your seat at the Barnsley Civic.

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With 50 years in the game as a cricket writer for The Times, the voice of TMS and latterly author and speaker at events across the country, Henry is perfectly placed to comment on the sweeping changes the game has experienced.

The June event in Barnsley is billed as ‘a charming journey through modern cricket, while looking back at the great games of yesteryear’.

The professional game has evolved at startling speed with more formats, franchises and competitions that jostle for attention in a packed calendar. Blowers reflects both on how cricket used to be and where it is headed.

Cricket’s nostalgia and change

Inspired by his new book Sharing My Love of Cricket: Playing the Game and Spreading the Word, Blofeld discusses the traditions and characters that have defined cricket, sprinkled with anecdotes, warmth and wit.

Up for discussion are the seismic shifts the game continues to experience and how it retains its broad appeal. Is there a place for both nostalgia and change? What will that look like in the next five, 10 or 50 years?

An Audience with Henry Blofeld promises to be an unforgettable night, part of a packed programme at the iconic Barnsley Civic; an arts venue at the heart of the South Yorkshire town’s cultural life for 150 years.

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Summer at Barnsley Civic

Summer events at Barnsley Civic include an audience with Gardeners’ Question Time regular Bob Flowerdew, Ensemble 360’s dynamic classical string concert and Twisted! The Musical

Come as You Are – An Exhibition of Yorkshire’s Hobbies runs across summer until 9 August and includes everything from rare Barnsley FC memorabilia to a real-life Transformer made from a Ford Fiesta.

Barnsley is a town with a proud cricket history. Barnsley Cricket Club, as it used to be before 2016, once had a mighty hat-trick of Geoffrey Boycott, Michael Parkinson and Dickie Bird in its XI.

Nowadays, it’s Barnsley Woolley Miners CC whose first team play in the Yorkshire Cricket Southern Premier League. There’s also the Barnsley & District Cricket League with four divisions that demonstrates the breadth of the game locally.

Ralph Parmar, Head of Marketing & Communications for Barnsley Civic said: “Henry Blofeld is an iconic voice in cricket storytelling, and his visit connects perfectly with Barnsley’s rich sporting heritage. Hosting him at Barnsley Civic gives us the chance to present an event that blends sporting passion with captivating personal stories.”

He added: “With local legend Dickie Bird hailing from Barnsley, there’s a deep sense of pride and history around cricket in the town. We’re always looking to broaden our cultural programme, and this felt like the perfect fit; a chance for audiences to celebrate the sport, the stories, and the personalities that make it truly special.”

🏏 An Audience with Henry Blofeld: Buy Tickets

An Audience with Henry Blofeld is at 7.30pm on Wednesday 11 June at Barnsley Civic on Eldon Street, just across from Barnsley Interchange bus station.

Tickets are £22.50 and include a £1.50 support fee.

But Cricket Yorkshire readers can get 25% Off ticket prices with the Blofeld25 discount code (online, by phone or in person on the day).

Visit barnsleycivic.co.uk to explore the events coming to Barnsley across the year.

Call 01226 327000 to book events or email [email protected].

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