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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year for 10 days in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s offers the public a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFrom working lives to cherished rituals\, many events will focus in on this year’s festival theme\, ‘Everyday Histories’ presented by leading family history website Findmypast. You are invited to explore the varied and often overlooked stories of ordinary working people and their daily lives. From factory floors\, workhouses and high streets to kitchens\, schools\, and community centres\, this theme shines a light on working-class voices\, local superheroes and the part-of-the-furniture places that have quietly shaped England’s heritage. \nClick on the link to found out what local events are available\, booking links and accessibility information.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days/
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days,Local event
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SUMMARY:Walk: Pontefract\, People & Plaques
DESCRIPTION:A walk from Pontefract Castle exploring the people who have served Pontefract. \nSome blue plaques have been around a while though not everyone knows where they are\, and others are from our 2025 project. Join Pontefract Civic Society for an exploration. \nThe free event is part of the Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/walk-pontefract-people-plaques/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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SUMMARY:Pontefract in Pictures
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see how Pontefract has changed in the last 100 years\, and to participate in bringing back your memories of how Pontefract used to be. \nPhotographs shown will be part of the Local Studies collection at Pontefract Library. \nDuration 45 minutes to 1 hour. Please meet 5 minutes before start time. \nFor more information call in the library\, phone 01977 727692\, or Email pontefractlibrary@wakefield.gov.uk. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-in-pictures/
LOCATION:Pontefract Library\, Shoemarket\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk - World War II Spy from Fryston
DESCRIPTION:The Spy from Fryston – The Life and Times of Tommy Drew-Brook\nJoin Pontefract Civic Society for a fascinating talk by David Smith exploring the extraordinary life of Tommy Drew-Brook\, a man from our own local area who went on to become involved in the secret world of wartime intelligence.\nFrom his early life and service during the First World War to his work with British Security Co-ordination and the top-secret Camp X in Canada\, discover the remarkable story of a local man whose wartime activities were hidden behind a veil of secrecy.\nA fascinating story of espionage\, war and a remarkable connection to our local area.\nFree for our members or tickets are available for non members for £3 on the door at £3.96 from Eventbrite (booking fee included)
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-civic-society-monthly-talk-world-war-ii-spy-from-fryston/
LOCATION:Pontefract Masonic Hall\, 1\, Ackworth Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Civic Society Talk
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