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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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SUMMARY:Storytelling performance: Pontefract tales
DESCRIPTION:Join Beccy from Story Trails for an interactive storytelling session. Discover stories about everyday people from Pontefract’s past\, doing extraordinary things! \nPonte People Never Give Up \nA castle is built on your doorstep\, and people won’t stop fighting over it. You have to feed your family\, but armies take whatever they want.  Your town is a battleground\, and all you want is peace.  When young lads return from fighting far off wars\, there isn’t enough work\, so they turn to crime.  What do you do when everything around you keeps falling apart?  You tell a different story… \n*SEND and relaxed sessions: SEND groups are welcome at all our sessions. We also run these SEND sessions for people who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere. SEND sessions must be booked at wmandc.co/tickets \nDate                   Saturday 19th September 2026 \nTime(s)             10:30am – 11:30am* (SEND Families – with reduced numbers and relaxed performance)\, 1pm – 2pm and 2:30pm – 3:30pm \nAge                     6+ Families \nBooking            Free\, booking required** \n** Tickets for bookable events are a wmandc.co/tickets \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Days \n 
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/storytelling-performance-pontefract-tales/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T103118Z
CREATED:20260807T130258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T103118Z
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Art Club exhibition: Art for the Community
DESCRIPTION:Art for the Community. A new exhibition for Heritage Open Days by Pontefract Art Club members. \nPontefract Art Club has been an active community club for over 30 years\, a heritage asset in itself. They produce creative art work\, both realistic and imaginative. View their images\, in a variety of medium\, that they have created for the Heritage Open Days Festival\, showing the diverse and wonderful creations of the Art Club members. Enjoy your art.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-art-club-exhibition/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, 3 Liquorice Way\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, Wf8 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T114803Z
CREATED:20260810T114803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T114803Z
UID:2352-1789815600-1789819200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pop -Up Concert - Liquorice Singers
DESCRIPTION:We pleased to have the Liquorice Singers provide a little popular light music popping up near St Giles Church & the Buttercross Market Place\, Place\, WF8 1AT \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pop-up-concert-liquorice-singers/
LOCATION:St Giles Church\, Market Place\, Pontefract\, WF8 1AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liquorice Singers":MAILTO:Liquoricesingers@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260807T125619Z
CREATED:20260807T125619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T125619Z
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SUMMARY:Tour of Pontefract Masonic Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what happens in a Masonic Lodge? You are cordially invited to discover the history of the Pontefract Lodge through a guided tour and learn about the symbolism and traditions of ancient Freemasonry. \nThe first Masonic Hall in Pontefract was above Arundel’s Offices in Ropergate in 1862. In 1892\, land at the end of Ropergate was purchased for £375 to purpose build a new hall\, which was completed in 1894. The current building\, situated at the corner of Ackworth Road and Carleton Road was built around 1890 and serves as a meeting place for 7 Masonic Lodges. The inside of the Masonic Hall includes the Temple\, where Masonic meetings are held\, viewing is a unique experience. \nPre booking required \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/tour-of-pontefract-masonic-lodge-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Masonic Hall\, 1\, Ackworth Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T143000
DTSTAMP:20260807T125212Z
CREATED:20260807T125212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T125212Z
UID:2256-1789824600-1789828200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Talk- Pontefract's Liquorice Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn About Pontefract’s Liquorice Past \nThis free talk was first delivered for Liquorice Shoots and the Liquorice Festival\, and is being reprised for Heritage Open Days in Pontefract Library.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/talk-pontefracts-liquorice-story/
LOCATION:Pontefract Library\, Shoemarket\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T131019Z
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UID:2267-1789900200-1789918200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Friarwood Valley Gardens Pinhole Camera
DESCRIPTION:The giant pin-hole camera will be operational in the former summer house/aviary\, giving the chance to see live images of the gardens\, projected through the pin-hole. A brief outline will be given of liquorice growing in the Valley Gardens. \nVisit the Valley Gardens with planted Rose Gardens\, children’s playground and unique tree carvings. The Friarwood Valley Gardens is a public park and is a Grade II listed Historic Park: on the site of a medieval Dominican Friary and liquorice cultivation\, it became a public park in 1950. \nThe former aviary building in Valley Gardens has been around since at least 1840 and was built in the Georgian period. Former uses of the aviary include it reputedly being used as a male card school retreat and as a packing shed for the on site market gardens. \nA brief history will be given of liquorice growing and the summerhouse in the Valley Gardens by Dr Colin White; then Bob Clayden\, Pinhole Wizard\, will give a hands-on demonstration of the pinhole camera in this remarkable building. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/friarwood-valley-gardens-pinhole-camera/
LOCATION:Friarwood Valley Gardens\, Mayor's Walk\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260822T104949Z
CREATED:20260822T095342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T104949Z
UID:2406-1789905600-1789916400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tour: Friarwood Valley Gardens Liquorice Cultivation
DESCRIPTION:A walking tour giving the history of liquorice growing in Friarwood Valley Gardens by Dr Colin White. \nPontefract has been synonymous with liquorice\, a flowering plant of the bean family\, for centuries. It was probably brought to the town by monks from Spain and cultivated in the Friarwood Valley by the Dominican Friars\, who used it for medicinal purposes. The Friarwood Valley Gardens is a Grade II listed Historic Park and this year celebrates its 75th anniversary as a public park.\nThe tour by Colin White will cover the history of the cultivation of the liquorice plant in the deep loamy soil of the valley\, especially the market gardeners of the 20th century. \nBring your cameras in order to photograph liquorice growing in the rose garden and have a go at reciting the Betjeman poem ‘Licorice Fields at Pontefract’. \n\nSunday 20 September:  12:00 and 14:00\n\nAccessibility details\nOn-site disabled parking is accessed via Friarwood Lane.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/tour-friarwood-valley-gardens-liquorice-cultivation/
LOCATION:Friarwood Valley Gardens\, Mayor's Walk\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T103355Z
CREATED:20260807T130448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T103355Z
UID:2265-1789905600-1789920000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Art Club exhibition: Art for the Community
DESCRIPTION:Art for the Community. A new exhibition for Heritage Open Days by Pontefract Art Club members. \nPontefract Art Club has been an active community club for over 30 years\, a heritage asset in itself. They produce creative art work\, both realistic and imaginative. View their images\, in a variety of medium\, that they have created for the Heritage Open Days Festival\, showing the diverse and wonderful creations of the Art Club members. Enjoy your art.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-art-club-exhibition-2/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, 3 Liquorice Way\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, Wf8 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260807T132705Z
CREATED:20260807T132705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T132705Z
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SUMMARY:Two ground-breaking Quaker projects in Pontefract\, West Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:The event will take place on Harropwell Lane\, Pontefract\, and will look at a project which aimed to help boys who were reluctant to go to school\, and another project working with people on probation. \nThe project which was about helping reluctant school attenders involved building a centre\, and then organising activities within it. Over the years the project changed\, but the building is still there and is known as Pontefract Family Centre. \nThe project which involved working with people on probation\, developed a scheme whereby a couple of houses were available. People who had been released from prison\, would live in these houses for a specific amount of time\, learning to look after themselves again\, and they could also go to the probation centre for support\, for social contact\, and to meet their probation officers. \nPontefract Quaker Meeting was heavily involved in both projects. After hearing about the projects\, we will walk back to the Meeting House\, and have refreshments. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day \nBooking information\n\nPre-booking requirement: Pre-booking preferred\nBooking conditions: If you haven’t been able to pre-book\, just turn up on the day. We will be delighted to see you! Whilst we anticipate the main event will take an hour\, the walk up to the Meeting House and refreshments will add another hour\, but this is optional.\nBooking contact name: Lynda Storey\nBooking telephone number: +447906182430\nBooking email: wlmstorey@yahoo.co.uk\n\nAccessibility details\nHarropwell Lane is reasonably accessible by wheelchair\, although it should be noted that the first part of the lane is downhill. Pontefract Meeting House is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are toilets in the Meeting House\, one of which is accessible. There are no toilet facilities available in Harropwell Lane.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/two-ground-breaking-quaker-projects-in-pontefract-west-yorkshire/
LOCATION:Quaker Burial Ground\, Harropwell Lane\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\,\, WF8 1QY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261129T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260804T140801Z
CREATED:20260508T151814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T140801Z
UID:1414-1795953600-1795975200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Light Switch On
DESCRIPTION:Start the festive season in style at the Pontefract Light Switch-On! \nThere’s something for everyone at the Pontefract Light Switch-On. Take a walk around the festive market and get into the spirit of the season as you kickstart your Christmas shopping. Whilst we can’t promise snow we can promise a giant snowglobe for the kids to enjoy! Alongside funfair rides there will also be fantastic performances from local groups on the main stage. Don’t forget to pick up a tasty snack from our street food and drink vendors as you savour the community atmosphere. \nMake sure to be around the main stage for the official light switch-on at at 5:30pm.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-light-up/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Free Event,Local event,Public Town Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270710T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260810T084310Z
CREATED:20260810T084310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T084310Z
UID:2297-1815213600-1815235200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Liquorice Shoots 2027
DESCRIPTION:Look out for details of Liquorice shoots 2027
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/liquorice-shoots-2027/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Public Town Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270711T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T070753Z
CREATED:20260812T070753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T070753Z
UID:2357-1815300000-1815321600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Liquorice Festival
DESCRIPTION:Look out for more details for the Pontefract Liquorice Festival 2027
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-liquorice-festival-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Free Event,Live Music Event,Live Performance,Local event,Public Town Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270920
DTSTAMP:20260817T155357Z
CREATED:20260807T154849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T155357Z
UID:2292-1820534400-1821398399@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community led festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year 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 your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nClick the event link below to see all the Pontefract events\, booking links and accessibility information.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days-2/
LOCATION:West Yorkshire
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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