MATCH day supporters will have to use an alternative route when attending Oakwell from the town centre.

Jumble Lane crossing, which closed in march, has a temporary bridge erected over it to allow pedestians to cross.

For the 2019-20 and 2020-21 season, the bridge will be closed for an hour before kick-off, during the match and an hour after each home game until further notice to support the safety of fans and other users.

The council have advised this is subject to change based on individual matches.

The alternative walking routes include:

*Midland Street, Eldon Street and Schwäbisch Gmünd Way

* Kendray Street, Mayday Green, Cheapside, Wesley Street, Lambra Road, Pontefract Road, Grove StreetThere will be no access for supporters via the Alhambra Centre.

As part of the operation, the following changes will be in place at Barnsley Interchange:-

There will be no access through the Interchange, where the bridge will be closed except for those with access needs.

Access to and from the bus station will be via Eldon Street and Schwäbisch Gmünd Way

Access to the Interchange from Schwäbisch Gmünd Way will be for access to the railway station only, including being open for fans travelling to and from the game by rail.

The existing temporary accessible route via Schwäbisch Gmünd Way and the transport interchange is available for those with access needs.