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UID:1608-1799953200-1799960400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pantomime - Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Alan Frayn’s Mother Goose is a lively\, family‑friendly pantomime packed with comedy\, music\, and magical mayhem. Frayn’s version follows the warm‑hearted but easily tempted Mother Goose\, who is granted a goose that lays golden eggs. As fame and fortune go to her head\, she’s lured into trading her beloved goose for the promise of beauty and glamour. With colourful characters\, witty dialogue\, and plenty of audience participation\, this adaptation blends traditional panto charm with modern humour\, delivering a feel‑good story about kindness\, loyalty\, and what truly makes someone beautiful.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pantomime-mother-goose-4/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Giles Panto Society":MAILTO:info@stgilespantosociety.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270111T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260601T091043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T091341Z
UID:1606-1799694000-1799701200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pantomime - Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Alan Frayn’s Mother Goose is a lively\, family‑friendly pantomime packed with comedy\, music\, and magical mayhem. Frayn’s version follows the warm‑hearted but easily tempted Mother Goose\, who is granted a goose that lays golden eggs. As fame and fortune go to her head\, she’s lured into trading her beloved goose for the promise of beauty and glamour. With colourful characters\, witty dialogue\, and plenty of audience participation\, this adaptation blends traditional panto charm with modern humour\, delivering a feel‑good story about kindness\, loyalty\, and what truly makes someone beautiful.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pantomime-mother-goose-3/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/st-giles-panto.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="St Giles Panto Society":MAILTO:info@stgilespantosociety.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270110T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260601T090718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T091303Z
UID:1604-1799596800-1799604000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pantomime - Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Alan Frayn’s Mother Goose is a lively\, family‑friendly pantomime packed with comedy\, music\, and magical mayhem. Frayn’s version follows the warm‑hearted but easily tempted Mother Goose\, who is granted a goose that lays golden eggs. As fame and fortune go to her head\, she’s lured into trading her beloved goose for the promise of beauty and glamour. With colourful characters\, witty dialogue\, and plenty of audience participation\, this adaptation blends traditional panto charm with modern humour\, delivering a feel‑good story about kindness\, loyalty\, and what truly makes someone beautiful.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pantomime-mother-goose-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/st-giles-panto.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="St Giles Panto Society":MAILTO:info@stgilespantosociety.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270110T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260601T090438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T091157Z
UID:1600-1799582400-1799589600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pantomime - Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Alan Frayn’s Mother Goose is a lively\, family‑friendly pantomime packed with comedy\, music\, and magical mayhem. Frayn’s version follows the warm‑hearted but easily tempted Mother Goose\, who is granted a goose that lays golden eggs. As fame and fortune go to her head\, she’s lured into trading her beloved goose for the promise of beauty and glamour. With colourful characters\, witty dialogue\, and plenty of audience participation\, this adaptation blends traditional panto charm with modern humour\, delivering a feel‑good story about kindness\, loyalty\, and what truly makes someone beautiful.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pantomime-mother-goose/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/st-giles-panto.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="St Giles Panto Society":MAILTO:info@stgilespantosociety.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261211T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T150557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140440Z
UID:1405-1796981400-1797001200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events Artisan Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-6/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair,Local event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T150941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140839Z
UID:1407-1796464800-1796482800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events - A Dickensian Craft and Gift Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-a-dickensian-christmas/
LOCATION:Ackworth Quaker School\, Pontefract Road\, Ackworth\, West Yorkshire\, WF7 7LT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T171007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T171007Z
UID:1470-1796065200-1796072400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:A Performance of " A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:A one man performance of A Christmas Carol by Actor Chris Cade
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/a-performance-of-a-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event,Pontefract Civic Society Talk
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261129T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T151814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T151826Z
UID:1414-1795975200-1795978800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Light Up
DESCRIPTION:Help celebrate the turning on of Pontefract Christmas Lights.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-light-up/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T170617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T170706Z
UID:1467-1794942000-1794949200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk - Setting up the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
DESCRIPTION:Setting up the Commonwealth War Graves Commission \nDavid Jones \nFree for our members or tickets are available for non members at £3.96 from Eventbrite
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-civic-society-monthly-talk-setting-up-the-commonwealth-war-graves-commission/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T150436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140338Z
UID:1403-1794562200-1794582000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events Artisan Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-5/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/21-Pontefract-Market-Place-.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T151605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T162848Z
UID:1412-1794355200-1794441599@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Armistice Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/armistice-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T233000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T151516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T151516Z
UID:1410-1794132000-1794180600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Remembrance Sunday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/remembrance-sunday/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T150325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T150325Z
UID:1400-1794132000-1794153600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events Artisan Craft Fair - In aid of Prince of Wales Hospice
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-in-aid-of-prince-of-wales-hospice/
LOCATION:Kings Croft Hotel\, Wakefield Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T145846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140553Z
UID:1397-1792834200-1792854000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events - Artisan Craft Fair Halloween
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-4/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/19-Pontefract.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T170342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T093310Z
UID:1464-1792522800-1792530000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk - The Mobile Police Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Mobile Police Museum \nOur host for the evening\, David Hardcastle\, will be giving an interactive presentation on the history of the police serviceDavid Hardcastle\, is a retired West Yorkshire Police constable of 20 years and is a volunteer at a local police museum. He will be giving an interactive presentation on the history of the police service over the last 120+ years. \n\nThe presentation will feature historical artefacts that will be available to handle during the talk for proper immersion in the history of policing\, artefacts ranging from 1880\, covering the Victorian period\, both World Wars and into the 21st Century. A big assortment of various police uniforms\, helmets\, hats and even a working radio from the 1980s for the audience to try! \n\nFree for our members or tickets are available for non members at £3.96 from Eventbrite
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-civic-society-monthly-talk-the-mobile-police-museum/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event,Pontefract Civic Society Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/mobile-police.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T143714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143714Z
UID:1381-1792411200-1792436400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Season Finale & National Hunt Handover
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the last flat races of 2026
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-races-season-finale-national-hunt-handover/
LOCATION:West Yorkshire
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/horse-racing.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T145736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140223Z
UID:1395-1792143000-1792162800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events - Artisan Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-3/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair,Local event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/16-Pontefract-Market-Place-.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261005T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T143455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143455Z
UID:1379-1791201600-1791226800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Penultimate Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day out at the races
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-races-penultimate-meeting/
LOCATION:Pontefract Races\, Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/horse-racing.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T143253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143737Z
UID:1377-1790251200-1790276400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Afternoon racing
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day out at the races
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-racing-afternoon-racing/
LOCATION:Pontefract Races\, Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/horse-racing.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T143109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143109Z
UID:1375-1789646400-1789668000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Afternoon racing
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day out at the races
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-races-afternoon-racing-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Races\, Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/horse-racing.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T165925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T170032Z
UID:1459-1789498800-1789506000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk - World War II Spy from Fryston
DESCRIPTION:David Smith \nFree for our members or tickets are available for non members at £3.96 from Eventbrite
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-civic-society-monthly-talk-world-war-ii-spy-from-fryston/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T140049Z
UID:1393-1789119000-1789138800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:KLH Events - Artisan Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/klh-events-artisan-craft-fair-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Centre\, WF8\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:KLH Artisan Craft Fair
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/12-Pontefract-Market-Place-.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T163457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T163519Z
UID:1450-1789084800-1789948799@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to visit heritage venues and events for FREE . Find out what is open to visit near you.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:West Yorkshire
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days,Local event
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T162127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T162127Z
UID:1446-1788091200-1788127200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Ackworth Pramfest
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nJoin us for one of Ackworth’s most loved community events – Ackworth PramFest! Whether you’re taking on the fun run with your team or soaking up the atmosphere in the Event Village\, this is a brilliant day out for all ages. \nEvent Details\nDate: Sunday 30 August 2026 \nLocation \nStart Line: Carr Bridge Playing Fields\, Barnsley Road\, Ackworth\, WF7 7ND \nEvent Village & Finish Line: Ackworth Cricket Club\, Wakefield Road\, Ackworth\, WF7 7DF \nWhat to Expect\nGet ready for an unforgettable day packed with fun\, laughter and community spirit. The 2‑mile PramFest route is suitable for all fitness levels — bring your best fancy dress\, decorate your pram\, and get ready to make memories! \nRoute Length: 2 miles \nAt the Event Village\, the celebrations continue into the evening with: \n\nLive music (12pm – 10pm)\nRaffle & auction\nWelly wanging\nStalls & local traders\nFairground rides\nDelicious food and refreshments\n\nTimings\n\n11:00am – Arrival & Sign In\n11:45am – Event Warm-Up\n12:00pm – Run Sets Off\n12:00pm – 10:00pm – Live Entertainment at Event HQ\n\nEntry Fees:\nTeam Entry (2–6 people into the run) £10 per person\nEvent Village Entry: \nUnder 16s go free \n£2 for over 16s \nThis event is kindly sponsored by:\n\nYorkshire Traditional Ices\nPontefract Breast Cancer Support Group\nMichelle’s Flowers Ltd
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/ackworth-pramfest/
LOCATION:Ackworth Cricket Club\, Wakefield Road\,\, Ackworth\, West Yorkshire\, WF7 7DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Civic Society Talk - The Early Years of the Wakefield\, Pontefract and Goole Railway 1844 to 1849
DESCRIPTION:In this talk Peter Cookson describes the growth of the Wakefield Pontefract & Goole Railway from its beginning in Pontefract to its completion\, as seen through contemporary newspaper accounts. The talk will concentrate on the effects of the coming of the Railway on the social history of the town.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-civic-society-talk-the-early-years-of-the-wakefield-pontefract-and-goole-railway-1844-to-1849/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T142917Z
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Sky Bet Sunday Series Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day out at the races
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-races-sky-bet-sunday-series-family-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Races\, Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T161622Z
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SUMMARY:The Prince of Wales Hospice - Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:A fun family day out in Pontefract — rides\, food\, stalls\, entertainment and more! \nJoin us at Pontefract Park for a friendly community event with local businesses\, activities for kids\, and great food and drink. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: 9 August 2026\n​Venue: Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, WF8 4QD\nTime: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm\n​Entry: Free for the public (donations welcome)\n\n​What’s on:\n\nLocal business stalls\nFairground rides\nFood and drink\nEntertainment​\nAnimal attractions\nCar boot sale\nBalloon modeler\nCharacter appearances – join us on the day to find out who!\n\n​This is a great day out for families\, friends\, and anyone who loves a good local event in Pontefract. \nWant a Stall or Car Boot Pitch?\nIf you’re a local business or want to do a car boot\, we’d love to have you! \nPrices\n\nPublic entry: Free (donations welcome)\nBusiness stalls: £35\nCar boot pitches: £10 per vehicle\n\nSpaces can fill up — please register early. \nProudly sponsored by Hannah Davies\, Personal Estate Agent.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/the-prince-of-wales-hospice-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T160437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160437Z
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SUMMARY:Friarwood Festival
DESCRIPTION:A family friendly music festival in the valley gardens to fund raise to maintain these beautiful gardens.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/friarwood-festival/
LOCATION:Friarwood Valley Gardens\, Mayor's Walk\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music Event,Live Performance,Local event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T142648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143757Z
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Races - Ladies Day
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Day \nIf you’ve been looking for an excuse to buy a new outfit\, then look no further. The glitz & glamour hits Ponte Carlo on Wednesday 5th August. With an array of hats\, fascinators and stilettos\, the ladies of Yorkshire truly do ‘dress to impress’ in an effort to win the coveted Best Dressed Lady Competition kindly sponsored by RIU Hotels and Resorts. \nThe lucky winner of the coveted Best Dressed Ladies Competition will be jetting off on an incredible holiday to Zanzibar! This years winner will enjoy a fabulous all inclusive week stay for two with flights included. There is also an amazing prize for our runner up\, this year’s runner up will win a three-night stay for two people\, on half board basis at the RIU Palace Nautilus\, Torremolinos\, Spain! (flights not included) \nThere are excellent views of the course from all three enclosures each with a selection of dining delights and drink outlets. \nIt is always cheaper to book in advance\, don’t forget U18s race free! This applies to every enclosure on every race day. \nThis fixture is also an autism friendly raceday\, with a dedicated sensory room and designated quiet and safe space. To find out more please visit: autisminracing.com
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-races-ladies-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Races\, Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD
CATEGORIES:Pontefract Horse Racing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T095305
CREATED:20260508T155551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T155551Z
UID:1434-1785578400-1785600000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Yorkshire Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/yorkshire-day/
LOCATION:Friarwood Valley Gardens\, Mayor's Walk\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event
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