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Pontefract Castle Dungeon Tour

Join us for a tour of the Pontefract Castle dungeon! Soak in the atmosphere of this eerie underground space. Discover the many uses of the dungeon.

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Home Education: Flame to Ember - Ages 10

Join in with a unique hands-on experience with Pontefract Castle's replica medieval bread oven as we focus on the fire!In this home education workshop for child…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Pontefract Castle Explorer Tour

In years gone by, Pontefract Castle was one of Britain's most important castles. It was known as The Key to the North!Learn about history where it happened.

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Home Education: Medieval Medicine - Ages 7

Explore the fascinating world of medieval medicine with us!In this home education workshop designed for children aged 7+ we will:Find out what medical treatment…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Good Food, Great Company

Join us for Good Food, Great Company, a friendly 4-week cooking group as part of the Time Well Spent Festival.

St Marys Community Centre, Pontefract

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Have a Dabble - Autumnal Batik

Celebrate the colours of autumn with batik art!Join us for a creative and relaxing autumnal batik project.

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Ilbert's Dragon Tales - Ages 2 to 5

Join Ilbert the dragon at Pontefract Castle for a fun and friendly afternoon of storytelling and hands on play.Each month help Ilbert and his storyteller bring…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Home Education: Textile Crafting - Ages 7

Be inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry!In this home education workshop designed for children aged 7+ we will:Have a go at making textile crafts to take away Create…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Home Education: Bayeux Tapestry - Live Broadcast - Ages 7 to 14

You may have heard or seen that the British Museum is displaying the Bayeux Tapestry, 10 September 2026 to 1 July 2027.The British Museum is providing a live br…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Home Education: Pontefract Castle and the Norman Invasion - Ages 7

Delve into Pontefract Castle's Norman past with us!In this home education workshop designed for children aged 7+ we will:Explore the links between Pontefract Ca…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Richard Holmes'dark History of Pontefract Castle

Dark deeds, grisly tales and gruesome ends... Pontefract Castle has seen it all!Join our costumed guide (Chris Cade) as he takes on the role of local Victorian…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Witches and Wizards

Join us for our fun family 'Witches and Wizards' week at Pontefract Castle.Take part in witchy outdoor activities, learn to make magical potions, and make fun t…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Dispelling Animal Myths

Meet Louise from Loulabelle's jungle to discover fantastic facts about amazing creatures!Louise will dispel myths you may have heard and provide hands-on opport…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Have a Dabble - Powertex Christmas Wreath

Transform everyday materials into a beautiful handcrafted wreath with the power of Powertex!Get into the festive spirit at Pontefract Castle.

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Healthier Lifestyle Programme

Venue: St Mary's Community Centre, The Circle, Chequerfield, Pontefract, WF8 2AY Date: Friday 13 November, 2026 Time: 10:30am - 12:00pmJoin us for our 12-week H…

St Marys Community Centre, Pontefract

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Have a Dabble Masterclass: Jewellery Making

Design and make your own silver ring and brass necklace! Learn how to use basic jewellery making tools to form your unique ring and necklace in this special Mas…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Home Education: the Magic of Natural Dyes

Get ready to get messy, creative and curious with Lo-Fi Alchemists as they introduce home educated children aged 6+ to a colourful world of natural dyes, plants…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

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Home Education: Making Treasure Maps - Ages 5

Use your imagination and become treasure hunters with us!In this home education workshop designed for children aged 5+ we will:Follow clues on a map to discover…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Home Education: History Myth Busters - Ages 5

Discern fact from fiction in our fun game of 'history myth busters'!In this home education workshop designed for children aged 5+ we will:Pull Christmas cracker…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract