Pontefract Civic Society

Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Event - A Performance of "What's that got to do with the price of fish"
2026-06-16 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Pontefract Town Hall, 3 Bridge Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1PG, United Kingdom
What’s that got to do with the price of fish?
What’s That to do with the Price of Fish? will have stories (including a life or death situation) about Ray Roberts life in magic. These will be accompanied by some of his favourite magic tricks which he hopes everyone will enjoy.
Free for our members or tickets are available for non members at £3.96 from Eventbrite

WheelFest 26 with 1940's Ropergate
2026-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Pontefract Town Centre, WF8, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Get ready for an extraordinary community event that brings history, wheels and local spirit together! WheelFest transforms Pontefract’s town centre into a vibrant showcase of mechanical marvels and historical heritage. From vintage classics and American muscle cars to emergency vehicles, bikes, scooters, and even model railways, this is a day that celebrates everything with wheels.

But WheelFest is more than just a car meet – it’s a full-day family festival where history comes alive. The Ropergate area will be transformed into a 1940s celebration zone, commemorating Pontefract’s remarkable contributions during World War II. Expect military vehicles, historical exhibitions, vintage entertainers and a nostalgic atmosphere that transports you back in time.

Explore craft stalls, enjoy live entertainment and browse the regular Saturday market. Local businesses, bars and cafes will be bustling with activity, and charity stalls will add a community-focused touch to the event. Best of all, admission is completely FREE for both vehicle exhibitors and the public!

Don’t miss this unique celebration of Pontefract’s wheels, history, and community spirit!

This event is being run by volunteers from Pontefract Civic Society, a charity, with the permission and partnership of Wakefield Council.

For sponsorship opportunities email: vicechair@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk

Entries for vehicles email: events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk

KLH Event Artisan Craft Fair
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | St Giles Church, Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AT, United Kingdom

Pontefract Races - Racing for Everyone
2026-06-08 16:30 - 22:00 | Pontefract Races, Pontefract Park, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QD
An evening of top quality horse racing at the longest flat race course in Europe.

Pontefract Races - Yorkshire Charity Race Day
2026-06-02 12:00 - 18:00 | Pontefract Races, Pontefract Park, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QD
Pontefract Racecourse is excited to announce the addition of a brand new raceday to its 2026 season calendar, set to take place on Tuesday 2nd June. This special day will not only deliver action packed racing throughout the afternoon but will also celebrate and raise awareness as well as funds for the Yorkshire Children’s Charity.
The Yorkshire Children’s Charity Raceday will help support the vital work the charity provides to children within the Yorkshire area. Their mission is to make things better for children and young people living at a disadvantage, now and for their future.
On this day, admission is £10 across the Course, giving you access to the Premier Enclosure and Grandstand & Paddock.
That’s £10 General Admission. One ticket. Both Premier & Paddock Enclosures!

Pontefract Races - Boyslife Live after racing
2026-05-22 16:30 - 23:00 | Pontefract Races, Pontefract Park, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QD
BOYZLIFE are coming to Pontefract Racecourse! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of racing and music!
Feel the adrenaline of six action packed races, followed by a brilliant live performance that will have you dancing into the evening.
With live music from Boyzlife, made up of the former Boyzone and Westlife members, Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden.
The music will take place in the Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure after the last race. Those in the Picnic Enclosure can upgrade to the Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure for £5 after the last race for the music subject to availability.

Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk - Model Villages by Eric Jackson
2026-05-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Pontefract Town Hall, 3 Bridge Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1PG, United Kingdom
Our speaker for the evening Eric Jackson details the transformation of England from a rural, agricultural society to an urban, industrial one with the concomitant population growth of towns and cities, picking apart the advantages, disadvantages and the history of the project, including the infrastructure required for the logistics of such an undertaking and the individual Model Villages themselves and their famous sponsors.
The beginnings of the philanthropic movement, The Society for Improving the Conditions of the Labouring Classes, the Peabody Trust and others and the Great Exhibition of 1851 and Prince Albert’s Cottages are all discussed as are the later model villages, Port Sunlight, Bournville and New Earswick, which led to the gestation of the ‘Garden City’ concept and ‘Homes fit for Heroes’. The talk concludes with a virtual visit to the final iteration of the model village concept, the colliery village of Woodlands.

Free for members of the society or £3.96 from eventbrite for non members (or pay £3.00 on the door) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984974355732?aff=oddtdtcreator
