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    WheelFest 26 with 1940’s Ropergate

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    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.

    Free

  • Wakefield Armed Forces Day

    Pontefract Park Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    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.

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    Liquorice Shoots

    Pontefract Town Centre WF8, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    Pontefract Civic Society present this warm up event for Pontefract's famous Liquorice Festival with fun for all the family. This FREE event takes place in Pontefract town centre on the Saturday.  Lots of fun including Dog Shows, Children's rides, Thomas the Tank Engine, Face painting, Stage Entertainment, Food Stalls, STAR WARS and character costume parade and lots more. 

    Free

  • Pontefract Liquorice Festival

    Pontefract Town Centre WF8, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    Pontefract Liquorice Festival is back – and what a sweet treat it is!
    Get ready for Pontefract’s annual confectionary-themed bonanza celebrating the town’s historic link with liquorice.

  • Yorkshire day 2026 at Pontefract Rugby Football Club

    Pontefract Rugby Club Moor Lane, Carleton, Pontefract,, West Yorkshire

    We’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.

  • The Prince of Wales Hospice – Family Fun Day

    Pontefract Park Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    A fun family day out in Pontefract — rides, food, stalls, entertainment and more!
    Join us at Pontefract Park for a friendly community event with local businesses, activities for kids, and great food and drink.

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    Urban Sketching at the castle

    Pontefract Castle The Lodge Castle Chain, Castle Garth,, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    Let's sketch! Pop along for an afternoon of urban sketching. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of urban sketching at the magical Pontefract Castle. Step into history and sketch around the castle site.

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