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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260913T110000
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SUMMARY:Tour - Ackworth School
DESCRIPTION:An external tour of school buildings/grounds with the school archivist\, with an additional Q&A session and a chance to view items from the archives. \nOriginally a Thomas Coram foundling hospital\, the site was purchased by the Society of Friends in the 1770s for the establishment of a school. The buildings are extensive and impressive. Visitors will have access to the exterior and to the library for the Q&A session.\nThe school was founded in 1779 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) to educate boys and girls. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day \nPre booking required via link
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/tour-ackworth-school/
LOCATION:Ackworth School\, Pontefract Road\, Ackworth\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF7 7LT
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T121813Z
CREATED:20260807T121813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T121813Z
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SUMMARY:Pontefract Park Walk through the Ages
DESCRIPTION:Pontefract Park Walk – a guided walk\, by Pontefract Civic Society\, with information about its WWI & WWII connections\, the history of the park and reference to nature in the park. \nA walk inside Pontefract Racecourse circuit\, which highlights a brief history of the park (including its link with Royalty\, the castle\, horse racing and its reduction in size).\nIt considers the events and activities which took place associated with both World Wars\, and aspects of nature in Pontefract Park. \nThis event is part of Heritage Open Day \nPre booking is required via link \nAccessibility details\nMeet next to the ‘Pepperpot’/race results building (see photo)  in the Park. Meet 5 minutes prior to the commencement of the walk. \nAdditional information\nDependant upon the weather and underfoot conditions\, suitable clothes and footwear are advisable. Suitable footwear is essential for varied surfaces\, and the route is not accessible for those with mobility issues. Please meet at the ‘Pepperpot’\, 5 minutes before the start time. \n\nMax number of people: 10\nEstimated duration: 1 hour
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-park-walk-through-the-ages/
LOCATION:Pontefract Park\, Park Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 4QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T134013Z
CREATED:20260807T134013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T134013Z
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SUMMARY:Darrington Farming Walk
DESCRIPTION:The theme of the walk is to describe how Darrington has changed over the last 70 years\, especially with regard to farming. \nYou will hear\, from farmer Alastair Wilson and Richard Hirst\, how farm work has changed\, from being very labour intensive with many small farms in the village and relatively small surrounding fields\, to the landscape and village layout we see today. Currently the village has larger farms\, needing less staff as mechanisation\, efficiency and size of farm equipment has changed. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Day \nPre booking required via the link \nAccessibility details\nMeet in the ‘Spread’ public house\, outside area\, which is on the main road through the village. The walk is approximately 2 1/2 with many stops along the way. Meet 10 minutes prior to the start of the walk. \nAdditional information\nAs it is a farm walk\, appropriate sturdy footwear and clothing is advisable. \n\nMax number of people: 10\nEstimated duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/darrington-farming-walk/
LOCATION:The Spread at Darrington\, Estcourt Road\, Darrington\, West Yorkshire\,\, WF8 3AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T123000
DTSTAMP:20260807T145614Z
CREATED:20260807T145614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T145614Z
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SUMMARY:Walk: Pontefract\, People & Plaques
DESCRIPTION:A walk from Pontefract Castle exploring the people who have served Pontefract. \nSome blue plaques have been around a while though not everyone knows where they are\, and others are from our 2025 project. Join Pontefract Civic Society for an exploration. \nThe free event is part of the Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/walk-pontefract-people-plaques/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T143000
DTSTAMP:20260807T122359Z
CREATED:20260807T122359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T122359Z
UID:2241-1789479000-1789482600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract in Pictures
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to see how Pontefract has changed in the last 100 years\, and to participate in bringing back your memories of how Pontefract used to be. \nPhotographs shown will be part of the Local Studies collection at Pontefract Library. \nDuration 45 minutes to 1 hour. Please meet 5 minutes before start time. \nFor more information call in the library\, phone 01977 727692\, or Email pontefractlibrary@wakefield.gov.uk. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-in-pictures/
LOCATION:Pontefract Library\, Shoemarket\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260807T124026Z
CREATED:20260807T124026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T124026Z
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SUMMARY:The Hidden Lives of Elizabeth & Joe Love: A special exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This new exhibition will be available for the first time on Wednesday 16th September in as part of a tour with commentary. This will focus on our benefactors and what they were like. \nOur benefactors were remarkable. Both were hard-working ordinary people. She was a nurse and he a miner however what made them different was their interest and knowledge about history and heritage and their passion for collecting a wide range of historical items. They didn’t go on holidays\, they didn’t own a car but they collected historical objects. Their home\, the former gatehouse to Pontefract Castle\, has a unique story of its own and they filled it with fascinating and significant objects including local Castleford Pottery\, wonderful Jacobean furniture and a magnificent extensive collection of clocks some made by a famous Pontefract clock maker. \nWhat was even more unusual was that they left this unique building and collection in trust to create a museum for the the people of Pontefract and surrounding areas. Since opening in August 2025 many visitors have had the pleasure of seeing and learning about the contents but little has been shared about them. Trustees and volunteers are continuing to extend their knowledge about this family who were such generous benefactors to the people of Pontefract. We feel sure others will be interested to hear more. \nThe planned exhibition is the first step we hope to sharing what we have learnt about Joe and Elizabeth themselves and their working lives. We intend to include oral accounts from people who knew them many now elderly but still with strong memories of Joe and Elizabeth \nTimings\n\nWednesday 16 September: 1000\, 1200\, 1400 & 1600\n\nBooking information\n\nPre-booking requirement: Pre-booking preferred\nBooking conditions: We prefer pre booked tours but will try to accommodate others who call in person.\nBooking telephone number: +441977257012\n\nAccessibility details\nUnfortunately our site is currently very difficult for anyone with mobility issues. There are several steep step areas and no lift between the 3 floors. We hope in the future to improve this. There is street parking close and several car parks within a short walking distance.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/the-hidden-lives-of-elizabeth-joe-love-a-special-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Elizabeth Love Museum\, 6 Castle Chain\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Elizabeth Love Museum":MAILTO:Contact@Elizabethlovemuseum.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260807T152112Z
CREATED:20260807T151523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T152112Z
UID:2286-1789558200-1789561800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tour: Pontefract Town Hall & Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:A Grade II listed 18th century town hall built in 1785 by Bernard Hartley with the added Victorian Assembly Rooms from 1882. Join Pontefract Civic Society for a guided tour of the Town Hall including the Assembly Rooms\, Nelson Room\, and perhaps a few more nooks & crannies. \nThe Borough Magistrates operated from the Old Town Hall until the early 1900s. It was here that the count was undertaken for the country’s first parliamentary election by secret ballot. The Nelson Room also houses the last remaining plaster cast of Nelson’s death scene from Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square. \nMeet in Bridge Street 5 minutes before start time. A lift is available to access the 1st floor rooms\, though for those with mobility issues there could be some steps in other areas. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Day \nTues 16 Sept 11:30am or Sat 20 Sept 1pm . TBC
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/tour-pontefract-town-hall-assembly-rooms/
LOCATION:Pontefract Town Hall\, 3 Bridge Street\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T122853Z
CREATED:20260807T122853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T122853Z
UID:2244-1789567200-1789572600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Talk: A History of the Medieval Hermitage of Pontefract
DESCRIPTION:A talk on the history of the Hermitage and Oratory in Pontefract. \nA talk on the history of the Hermitage and Oratory\, a fascinating Grade 1 listed site\, it will also include an introduction on how David Wilcox’s is involved and an update on its current state. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/talk-a-history-of-the-medieval-hermitage-of-pontefract/
LOCATION:Pontefract Library\, Shoemarket\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260807T123423Z
CREATED:20260807T123423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T123423Z
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SUMMARY:WYAS Rosse Telescope and Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Come along and see the Rosse Observatory in Carleton\, Pontefract which was opened on 25th September 1983 and this is will be your chance to see the facilities. The evening will commence with a short talk about the Rosse Telescope. It was built in Ireland in 1845 and at 6 feet it was the largest telescope in the world\, at the time. \nYou will then be able to look round the observatory and go up into the Dome to see the large telescope. There will also be telescopes and binoculars out on the pad for you to look through.\nHopefully\, weather permitting\, you will be able to view Saturn and Jupiter as well as other objects in the night sky. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Days \nBooking information\n\nPre-booking requirement: Pre-booking required\nBooking conditions: via email\nBooking contact name: Heritage Night\nBooking email: young.astronomers.wyas@gmail.com\n\nAccessibility details\nOnly 8 people will be allowed in the dome at any one time. Access to the dome is via a steep stair/step entrance. \nAdditional information\nPlease state ‘Heritage Night’ on your email when booking. Minimum age 10+\, although flexibility will be given with families. \n\nMax number of people: 24\nEstimated duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/wyas-rosse-telescope-and-observatory/
LOCATION:The Rosse Observatory\, Carleton Road\, Carleton\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3RJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Yorkshire Astronomical Society":MAILTO:wyassecretary@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T150413Z
CREATED:20260807T150413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T150413Z
UID:2282-1789642800-1789646400@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Walk: Pontefract's Liquorice Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Cartwright to explore the important and wonderful world of liquorice and its history in Pontefract delivered as a guided tour. \nMeet at the bandstand in the inner bailey of Pontefract Castle 5 minutes before the start time. \nThe sites of some liquorice producers remain\, though for the rest you’ll need to use your imagination for how extensive and important liquorice was in Pontefract. A map of former liquorice business locations will be provided\, and the walk will end at Pontefract Museum in the town centre. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/walk-pontefracts-liquorice-heritage/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T124653Z
CREATED:20260807T124653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T124653Z
UID:2253-1789653600-1789659000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Talk: Pontefract Castle - this is your life!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a whistle-stop tour through Pontefract Castle’s fascinating history!\nDiscover some of the most interesting and intriguing stories from the castle’s past. \nThis free talk is part of Heritage Open Days. The talk is for adults aged 18+. \nThis event will take place in the Activity Zone at Pontefract Castle. \nBooking information\n\nPre-booking requirement: Pre-booking required\nBooking conditions: Book online at https://www.ticketsource.com/wakefield-museums-castles/t-qmaqpvk\nBooking telephone number: +441924302700\nBooking email: museumslearning@wakefield.gov.uk\nBooking website: https://www.ticketsource.com/wakefield-museums-castles/t-qmaqpvk\nAlternative booking website: https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/whats-on/pc-life-talk/\n\nAccessibility details\nThe talk takes place in the Pontefract Castle Visitor Centre. The visitor centre is wheelchair accessible with level access from the main gates. There are two parking bays outside the castle gates (WF8 1QH) for blue badge holders. If these are full\, please drop off passengers at the castle gates and park in the car park at WF8 2JF\, a five minute walk away. For more access information please visit https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/visit/pontefract-castle/access-information-at-pontefract-castle/
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/talk-pontefract-castle-this-is-your-life/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day,Pontefract Castle Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260807T113011Z
CREATED:20260807T113011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T113011Z
UID:2212-1789776000-1789862399@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Castle Dungeon Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join us on our popular tours of the Pontefract Castle dungeon – free for Heritage Open Days! \nTake a tour of the Pontefract Castle dungeon\nSoak in the atmosphere of this eerie underground space. Discover the many uses of the dungeon. See where English Civil War prisoners left to languish scratched their names into the rock.\nWe love our dungeon tours and know you will too! \nTour Times \n\nSaturday 19 September:    1045\, 1130\, 1330\, 1415 & 1500\n\nPre booking is required via the booking link. \nPlease read this information to make sure they are suitable for you and your group.\nFree tickets can also be booked on the morning of the tour from the castle gift shop\, subject to availability. Online tickets will not be available on the day of the tour. \nUnder 5s\nThis tour is not suitable for young children and babies (under 5s).\nChildren and babies cannot be carried up or down the steps due to the risk of falling. \nMeeting point\nMeet at the Gift Shop inside the Visitor Centre 5 minutes before your tour starts. \nFootwear\nThis tour involves going underground using steep steps. The dungeon floor is uneven. Sensible footwear is strongly recommended. \nDogs\nDogs are not allowed on the tour. \nAccessibility details\nUnfortunately this tour is not accessible for blind / visually impaired visitors or wheelchair users. This is due to the low light levels\, uneven ground and 44 steep historic steps down into the dungeon. Dogs and assistance animals cannot be allowed into the dungeon because of the steep steps. The conditions in the dungeon are often damp and dark. This may make the tour uncomfortable for visitors with sensory hypersensitivities. For more access information visit https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/visit/pontefract-castle/access-information-at-pontefract-castle/ or get in touch.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-castle-dungeon-tours-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Castle\, The Lodge Castle Chain\, Castle Garth\,\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day,Pontefract Castle Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260807T130258Z
CREATED:20260807T130258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T130258Z
UID:2261-1789812000-1789833600@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Art Club: exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art for the Community. A new exhibition for Heritage Open Days by Pontefract Art Club members. \nPontefract Art Club has been an active community club for over 30 years\, a heritage asset in itself. They produce creative art work\, both realistic and imaginative. View their images\, in a variety of medium\, that they have created for the Heritage Open Days Festival\, showing the diverse and wonderful creations of the Art Club members. Enjoy your art.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-art-club-exhibition/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, 3 Liquorice Way\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, Wf8 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260807T125619Z
CREATED:20260807T125619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T125619Z
UID:2259-1789817400-1789821000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tour of Pontefract Masonic Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what happens in a Masonic Lodge? You are cordially invited to discover the history of the Pontefract Lodge through a guided tour and learn about the symbolism and traditions of ancient Freemasonry. \nThe first Masonic Hall in Pontefract was above Arundel’s Offices in Ropergate in 1862. In 1892\, land at the end of Ropergate was purchased for £375 to purpose build a new hall\, which was completed in 1894. The current building\, situated at the corner of Ackworth Road and Carleton Road was built around 1890 and serves as a meeting place for 7 Masonic Lodges. The inside of the Masonic Hall includes the Temple\, where Masonic meetings are held\, viewing is a unique experience. \nPre booking required \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/tour-of-pontefract-masonic-lodge-2/
LOCATION:Pontefract Masonic Hall\, 1\, Ackworth Road\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T143000
DTSTAMP:20260807T125212Z
CREATED:20260807T125212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T125212Z
UID:2256-1789824600-1789828200@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Talk- Pontefract's Liquorice Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn About Pontefract’s Liquorice Past \nThis free talk was first delivered for Liquorice Shoots and the Liquorice Festival\, and is being reprised for Heritage Open Days in Pontefract Library.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/talk-pontefracts-liquorice-story/
LOCATION:Pontefract Library\, Shoemarket\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T131019Z
CREATED:20260807T131019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T131019Z
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SUMMARY:Friarwood Valley Gardens Pinhole Camera
DESCRIPTION:The giant pin-hole camera will be operational in the former summer house/aviary\, giving the chance to see live images of the gardens\, projected through the pin-hole. A brief outline will be given of liquorice growing in the Valley Gardens. \nVisit the Valley Gardens with planted Rose Gardens\, children’s playground and unique tree carvings. The Friarwood Valley Gardens is a public park and is a Grade II listed Historic Park: on the site of a medieval Dominican Friary and liquorice cultivation\, it became a public park in 1950. \nThe former aviary building in Valley Gardens has been around since at least 1840 and was built in the Georgian period. Former uses of the aviary include it reputedly being used as a male card school retreat and as a packing shed for the on site market gardens. \nA brief history will be given of liquorice growing and the summerhouse in the Valley Gardens by Dr Colin White; then Bob Clayden\, Pinhole Wizard\, will give a hands-on demonstration of the pinhole camera in this remarkable building. \nThis free event is part of the Heritage Open Day
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/friarwood-valley-gardens-pinhole-camera/
LOCATION:Friarwood Valley Gardens\, Mayor's Walk\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, WF8 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260807T130448Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T130448Z
UID:2265-1789905600-1789920000@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pontefract Art Club: exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art for the Community. A new exhibition for Heritage Open Days by Pontefract Art Club members. \nPontefract Art Club has been an active community club for over 30 years\, a heritage asset in itself. They produce creative art work\, both realistic and imaginative. View their images\, in a variety of medium\, that they have created for the Heritage Open Days Festival\, showing the diverse and wonderful creations of the Art Club members. Enjoy your art.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/pontefract-art-club-exhibition-2/
LOCATION:Quaker Meeting House\, 3 Liquorice Way\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\, Wf8 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pontefract Civic Society":MAILTO:events@pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260807T132705Z
CREATED:20260807T132705Z
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UID:2272-1789909200-1789912800@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Two ground-breaking Quaker projects in Pontefract\, West Yorkshire
DESCRIPTION:The event will take place on Harropwell Lane\, Pontefract\, and will look at a project which aimed to help boys who were reluctant to go to school\, and another project working with people on probation. \nThe project which was about helping reluctant school attenders involved building a centre\, and then organising activities within it. Over the years the project changed\, but the building is still there and is known as Pontefract Family Centre. \nThe project which involved working with people on probation\, developed a scheme whereby a couple of houses were available. People who had been released from prison\, would live in these houses for a specific amount of time\, learning to look after themselves again\, and they could also go to the probation centre for support\, for social contact\, and to meet their probation officers. \nPontefract Quaker Meeting was heavily involved in both projects. After hearing about the projects\, we will walk back to the Meeting House\, and have refreshments. \nThis free event is part of Heritage Open Day \nBooking information\n\nPre-booking requirement: Pre-booking preferred\nBooking conditions: If you haven’t been able to pre-book\, just turn up on the day. We will be delighted to see you! Whilst we anticipate the main event will take an hour\, the walk up to the Meeting House and refreshments will add another hour\, but this is optional.\nBooking contact name: Lynda Storey\nBooking telephone number: +447906182430\nBooking email: wlmstorey@yahoo.co.uk\n\nAccessibility details\nHarropwell Lane is reasonably accessible by wheelchair\, although it should be noted that the first part of the lane is downhill. Pontefract Meeting House is fully accessible by wheelchair. There are toilets in the Meeting House\, one of which is accessible. There are no toilet facilities available in Harropwell Lane.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/two-ground-breaking-quaker-projects-in-pontefract-west-yorkshire/
LOCATION:Quaker Burial Ground\, Harropwell Lane\, Pontefract\, West Yorkshire\,\, WF8 1QY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270920
DTSTAMP:20260807T154944Z
CREATED:20260807T154849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T154944Z
UID:2292-1820534400-1821398399@www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is England’s largest community led festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage\, community and history. Stories are told\, traditions explored\, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nLook out for your local events
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days-2/
LOCATION:West Yorkshire
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Heritage Open Day
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