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SUMMARY:Yorkshire Day at Friarwood Valley Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Yorkshire Day with Donkey Rides\, Professor Dan Magic\, Punch & Judy\, Barrel Organ\, Local Community stalls\, refreshments and much more.
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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T170000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T150000
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SUMMARY:Star Wars Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Phoenix Squad invite you to meet the Star Wars characters at our fund raising event for Forget me not children’s hospice \nPhotos & Hi Fives with the characters \nJedi and Sith Training \, Shoot the Trooper \, Deathstar Cornhole Challenge\, Star Wars goodies \nBBQ\, Bar and more \nAdults £15 \nChildren £10 \nNon Food £5. \n£5 from each ticket will go to the Forget me not children’s hospice.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/star-wars-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Pontefract Masonic Hall\, 1\, Ackworth Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Local event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T180000
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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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SUMMARY:Friarwood Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friarwood Festival is a family friendly\, community music festival\, raising funds for the upkeep and maintenance of Friarwood Valley Gardens in Pontefract. Enjoy local bands and artists\, delicious street food\, bars and plenty of kids entertainment. \nHere’s what you can expect at this year’s festival: \n\nA fantastic main stage line up\nAcoustic stage\nRides\nKids entertainment\nBars\nHot food\nSweet treats\n\nStandard Tickets (11 years +): £5 \nChild Tickets (3 to 10 years): £3 \nInfant Tickets (0 to 2 years): Free\, but ticket required \nNo entry without a ticket and all under 16s MUST be accompanied by an adult. \nTickets on sale now!
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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SUMMARY:The Three Musketeers
DESCRIPTION:All for one – and one for all! Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos\, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure. He must retrieve the Queen’s jewels\, restore Her Majesty’s honour\, survive the machinations of scheming Cardinal Richelieu\, and cross swords with the deadly Milady de Winter. \nSet against a sweeping panorama of 1600s France at war\, The Three Musketeers is a whirlwind of excitement\, comedy and ingenious storytelling. \nRomance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge…!  It’s got the lot! \nWith a reputation for the finest swordplay in the business Illyria promises more dazzling swashbuckling than ever! Join the Illyria team at Pontefract Castle for a sparkling adaptation of Dumas’ classic in this magical historic setting. \nRecommended for ages 8+. Play contains scenes of peril\, politics and passion! Younger children welcome\, if they’re brave enough… \nTickets\nAdults: £19 plus £1.60 booking fee \nUnder 18s: £10 plus £0.84 booking fee \nUnder 5s: free and no ticket required \nDisabled people and registered carers: £19 plus £1.60 booking fee (price of 1 adult ticket\, valid for 2 people). Proof of carer status required.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/the-three-musketeers/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Performance,Local event,Pontefract Castle Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T160000
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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:20260816T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T200000
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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:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260622T113008Z
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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. \nEntry free for members or £3.96 via Eventbrite for non members
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
CATEGORIES:Local event,Pontefract Civic Society Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260508T162127Z
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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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