The Tykes faced the League Two club in the FA Cup and were forced into extra-time.
Mads Andersen and Jordan Williams handed the hosts a healthy lead, however Barrow made it 2-2 with only 12 minutes left.
Before the full-time whistle was blown, both sides had another two goals apiece.
However, it was Poyas Asbaghi’s side that came up on top with an extra-time winner by Carlton Morris.
Barnsley will now travel to Huddersfield in the fourth round at the start of February.
Here are the best of today’s rumours...
Before the full-time whistle was blown, both sides had another two goals apiece.
. WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 20: The official Hi-Vis Premier League Nike Flight winter match ball featuring Aerowsculpt and All Conditions Control (ACC) technology during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and West Ham United at Molineux on November 20, 2021 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)
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. Hull City winger to stay on loan
Hull City winger James Scott is expected to remain at Hibernian for the rest of the season. The 21-year-old has struggled to make an impact in Scotland and it had been suggested he would see his loan deal cut short. (Hull Live) Photo: George Wood
5. Swansea eye permanent deal for loanee
Swansea City are reportedly open to signing Cyrus Christie on a permanent deal this summer. The defender joined the Welsh club on loan last month from Fulham, where is contract is set to expire at the end of the season. (Football League World) Photo: Athena Pictures
6. West Ham eyeing summer move for Fulham ace
West Ham are reportedly set to enter talks for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo ahead of a potential summer move. The centre-back has made 26 league appearances this season - scoring twice. (The 72) Photo: Visionhaus
7. Ex-Terriers striker makes plea
Yaya Sanogo has been without a club since he was released by Huddersfield Town last summer and is on the hunt for a new club, admitting he 'needs for someone to give me a chance'. The former Arsenal striker has been training with Toulouse. (La Depeche) Photo: John Early
8. National teams in battle for Boro ace
Jamaica have reportedly approached Djed Spence to commit to their national team following his impressive season on loan with Nottingham Forest. The defender could be forced to choose between Jamaica and England. (The Athletic) Photo: Alex Livesey