Things to do in Pontefract

Psychic Night with Grant Harris Medium

Join the incredible Grant Harris, one of the UK's most accurate & naturally gifted psychic mediums, for an exciting evening of mediumship.Grant, now in his 14th…

Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel, Pontefract

Open Mic Night - Speaker Slot

Don your deerstalker for Pontefract Library's Whodunit themed open mic night.If you're a writer with something thrilling to share, book your speaker slot and sh…

Pontefract Library, Pontefract

Last chance · today

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

Last chance · 2 days left

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

Last chance · 3 days left

Meet the Author: Gail Powell

Meet local author Gail C. Powell at this special spooky author event!Discover who 'Eliza Binks - Ghost Investigator' is and what she does.Discover how local his…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Last chance · 5 days left

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

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

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

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

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

Volunteer Talk: the Three Sieges of Pontefract

Oliver Cromwell once said that Pontefract Castle was "one of the strongest inland garrisons in the kingdom...

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Have a Dabble - Christmas Candle Painting

Get all cosy and ready for Christmas with this fun festive workshop!Add a personal touch to your decorations and gifts and paint your own Christmas candles.Join…

Pontefract Castle, Pontefract

Vibe End of Year Show

Join us on the 5th dec at pontefract town hall to celebrate all the hard work the kids have put into creating in 2026.

Pontefract Town Hall, 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

The Comet Club Christmas Party

Fancy some Atomic Age Dancing with 50s Space Rockets and Flying Saucers Blasting Off as the backdrop? The Comet Club brings you all that...

The Grange, Pontefract

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Race Meeting

Afternoon Flat Racing. Check venue for exact opening and race times.

Pontefract Racecourse, Pontefract

Legends of the 50s 60s & 70s a Celebration of Music Starring Logan Paul Murphy

LEGENDS OF THE 50s, 60s & 70s - ( A Celebration Of Music ) Starring LOGAN PAUL MURPHY Step into an unforgettable night of timeless music as rising star Logan Pa…

Pontefract Town Hall, Pontefract