The Spy from Fryston – The Life and Times of Tommy Drew-Brook
Join 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.
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Step into the rich history of one of the world’s oldest writing materials! Join us for an inspiring, hands-on workshop masterclass exploring oak gall ink. We’ll begin by uncovering the fascinating story of oak gall ink. It was used for centuries in manuscripts, art and record-keeping. You'll learn how it is traditionally made.
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2026 marks the 50th anniversary for KCB and this year's Parton's Concert will celebrate this wonderful achievement in full.
Featherstone Male Voice Choir will be performing alongside Ripon City Band in a joint concert at St Giles Church, Pontefract.
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In response to popular demand — and in partnership with Wakefield District Markets, with encouragement from Pontefract Civic Society — we’re delighted to bring an Artisan Craft Fair to Pontefract…
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David 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. The 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!
