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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture\, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year for 10 days 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 offers the public a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. \nFrom working lives to cherished rituals\, many events will focus in on this year’s festival theme\, ‘Everyday Histories’ presented by leading family history website Findmypast. You are invited to explore the varied and often overlooked stories of ordinary working people and their daily lives. From factory floors\, workhouses and high streets to kitchens\, schools\, and community centres\, this theme shines a light on working-class voices\, local superheroes and the part-of-the-furniture places that have quietly shaped England’s heritage. \nClick on the link to found out what local events are available\, booking links and accessibility information.
URL:https://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/event/heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:West Yorkshire
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days,Local event
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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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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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