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SUMMARY:Accelerate Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Northern Monkey Tuning in association with Farmer Copleys are dialling it up to 11 this year for the Accelerate Car Show! Bigger\, better and more family-orientated. \nHundreds of supercars\, modified cars\, vans\, bikes\, competitions everyone can compete in\, live music\, DJs\, games\, demonstrations\, vendors\, awards and lots more going on all day. \nFancy getting a car load together and entering one of our competitions to win some prizes? Well why not? \nWith entry per car\, regardless of passenger numbers\, and the option to park up and enter any of the various competitions\, the only thing you’ll miss is a revved up day out! \nWhether your just a hot wheel enthusiast or a full on petrol head\, the Accelerate Car Show is open to all the family. \nTickets via farmercopleys.co.uk/events/accelerate-2026/  \n 
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/accelerate-car-show/
LOCATION:Farmer Copleys\, Ravensknowle Farm\, Pontefract Road\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF7 5AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Local event
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SUMMARY:Bat walk in the castle (16+)
DESCRIPTION:Join West Yorkshire Bat Group for a very special Pontefract Castle bat walk. \nUse bat detectors to hear echolocation sounds. Discover our magical castle site by twilight. \nLearn why these wonderful winged creatures call the castle home. \nFor ages 16+ only.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/bat-walk-in-the-castle-16/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Pontefract Castle Event
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare’s As You Like It
DESCRIPTION:Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set\, props and costumes on the back of their bikes\, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors. They are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK!  https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/whats-on/as-you-like-it \nJoin the troupe at Pontefract Castle for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’. \nWhat’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden\, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However\, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing\, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match! \nThis is an outdoor production\, so please bring a chair or blanket to sit on\, a picnic to dig into\, and dress for the weather! \nAges 8+ Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult \nAdult £19\, under 18s £10\, under 5s free. Combined disabled person and carer £19. \nBooking fee applies to online tickets.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/shakespeares-as-you-like-it/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Live Performance,Local event,Pontefract Castle Event
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SUMMARY:Star Wars Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Phoenix Squad invite you to meet the Star Wars characters at our fund raising event for Forget me not children’s hospice \nPhotos & Hi Fives with the characters \nJedi and Sith Training \, Shoot the Trooper \, Deathstar Cornhole Challenge\, Star Wars goodies \nBBQ\, Bar and more \nAdults £15 \nChildren £10 \nNon Food £5. \n£5 from each ticket will go to the Forget me not children’s hospice.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/star-wars-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Masonic Hall\, 1\, Ackworth Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Local event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Squad":MAILTO:phoenixsquad@gmx.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Wakefield Armed Forces Day
DESCRIPTION:Wakefield Armed Forces Day is a free\, family-friendly event at Pontefract Park honouring serving and veteran members of the Armed Forces alongside the broader services of military personnel. \nVisitors can walk through the military village\, discovering more about the capabilities and traditions of the armed forces by speaking to serving military and cadets. The 5 Towns Veterans Support Hub will also be a hosting a VIP area for veterans. \nThe main arena will be compered by Rhubarb Radio\, with a fantastic schedule of activities including the veteran’s parade\, tug of war\, drill competitions and much more! There will also be a fantastic parachute display from the Wings Free Fall Parachute Team\, plus a flypast from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. \nShop at the market\, with traders selling an assortments of delicious food\, drinks\, homemade crafts and gifts. Looking for lunch? With plenty of street food vendors you’ll be spoilt for choice! You can also take a break at the onsite bar which will be serving a range of refreshments. Children will love the funfair rides which are back again this year – please note they are cash only. \nPlease note the use of drones and kites is strictly permitted at this event due to aerial activity.  \n  \nBattle of Britain Memorial Flight\nWe’re delighted to announce there will be Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at this year’s Wakefield Armed Forces Day! \nMore information coming soon so stay tuned for exact timings and aircraft expected! \nWakefield Armed Forces Day is organised by Wakefield Council and is part of the UK-wide Armed Forces Day celebrations. \nWakefield Council are thrilled to be one of the 130 local events supported by a Ministry of Defence grant. \nIf you have any questions about this event please contact afd@wakefield.gov.uk
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/armed-forces-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD\, United Kingdom
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