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SUMMARY:Walk and Write: Pontefract (18+)
DESCRIPTION:Free book online Walk and Write: Pontefract (18+) at Pontefract Museum event tickets from TicketSource \nGet creative and discover a new side to Pontefract! Join us for a welcoming poetry workshop and walk. We’re celebrating our latest exhibition Picturing Pontefract. \nJoin Pontefract Museum and Lindsey Marie from Black Horse Poets Society for a poetry walk around Pontefract. We’ll start at the museum with a brief introduction. We’ll then head out on a walk around some of the places featured in the exhibition. At each stop you’ll be given creative prompts and encouragement to develop your own poetry and ideas. The walk will end back at Pontefract Museum. You’ll have the chance to share what you have written or listen to other people’s work. \nIf you’ve ever wanted to get creative with words\, but not sure where to start\, then this could be the workshop for you! \nThis workshop is for adults 18+. There is also a separate workshop for families with children aged 10+.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/walk-and-write-pontefract-18/
LOCATION:Pontefract Museum\, 5 Salter Row\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Local event
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SUMMARY:Yorkshire day 2026 at Pontefract Rugby Football Club
DESCRIPTION:YORKSHIRE DAY 2026 AT PONTEFRACT RUFC\nFREE ENTRY\nWe’re bringing the whole community together for what promises to be a fantastic Yorkshire Day celebration at Pontefract RUFC. Whether you’re a club member\, parent\, player\, supporter or simply looking for a great family day out\, there’ll be something for everyone to enjoy.\nBARS OPEN FROM 11:00AM\nFOOD VENDORS & STALLS OPEN FROM 11:30AM\nBOUNCY CASTLES OPEN FROM 11:30AM\nLIVE DJ FROM 1:00PM – 5:00PM\nCOLOUR RUN FUNDRAISER FOR OUR MINI & JUNIOR TEAMS\n⏰ Colour Run Starts at 11:00am\nOur Mini & Junior players\, parents and coaches will be taking part in our Yorkshire Day Colour Run to raise money for their teams.\nMinis Challenge – 2.5km\nJuniors Challenge – 5km\nFunds raised will directly support our Mini & Junior sections\, helping provide equipment\, resources and opportunities for our young players. We have some fantastic prizes up for grabs for both individual fundraisers and teams\, with more details coming soon.\nLIVE DJ\nScott Considine will be playing a Yorkshire playlist from 1:00pm until 5:00pm\, keeping the atmosphere going throughout the afternoon.\nFOOD & DRINK\nIce Cream Van\nGreek Street Food\nJacket Potatoes\nBurgers\nIndoor & Outdoor Bars\nLOCAL STALLS & VENDORS\nFAMILY ENTERTAINMENT\nBouncy castles\, games and activities throughout the day.\nThis is shaping up to be one of the biggest community events we’ve hosted at the club\, bringing together players\, parents\, members\, supporters and the wider Pontefract community for a day of fun whilst supporting our Mini & Junior sections.\nONE CLUB\nONE COMMUNITY\nPlease like\, share and invite your friends and family along. Let’s fill the club with Yorkshire pride and make Saturday 1st August a day to remember!
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/yorkshire-day-2026-at-pontefract-rufc/
LOCATION:Pontefract Rugby Club\, Moor Lane\, Carleton\, Pontefract\,\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3RX
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Local event
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SUMMARY:Wakefield u3a Open Day at The Grange\, Pontefract
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our new partnership with The Grange — bringing u3a activities to Pontefract. \n\nWhat’s happening? \nFour u3a groups will be demonstrating activities throughout the day. You can talk to group leaders\, ask questions\, and get a feel for what u3a offers. Musical interludes will be provided by our Sing & Strum and Guitar groups. \nNew groups for Pontefract \nWe’re exploring Creative Writing\, History\, Craft & Chat\, and Gardening — and we’d love to hear what interests you. \nWhy come along? \nTry something new\, meet friendly people\, and discover what u3a can bring to the Pontefract area. \n\n\nWhat u3a offers\n\nWakefield & District u3a is a self‑financing\, self‑governing charity affiliated to the national u3a movement. We bring people together to enjoy shared interests\, learn new skills\, and stay active mentally and socially. Our members run nearly 50 groups covering subjects from languages and creative writing to walking\, music\, crafts\, history\, science and much more. \nu3a is about trying something new\, meeting friendly people\, and enjoying activities at your own pace. Whether you want to explore a hobby\, follow a long‑held interest\, or simply meet others in your community\, there is something for everyone.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/wakefield-u3a-open-day-at-the-grange-pontefract/
LOCATION:The Grange\, Carleton Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3RJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Local event
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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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