Urban Sketching at the castle
July 27, 2026 4:23 pmLet'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.
Urban Sketching at the castle
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Yorkshire day 2026 at Pontefract Rugby Football Club
June 25, 2026 11:44 amWe’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.
Pontefract Liquorice Festival
June 22, 2026 11:33 amPontefract 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.
Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk – Friends of Waterton Wall
May 8, 2026 5:57 pmFriends of Waterton Wall Barbara Phipps lives in Walton, near Wakefield and has studied the life and work of Charles…
Pontefract Civic Society Monthly Talk – Model Villages by Eric Jackson
May 8, 2026 5:49 pmOur speaker for the evening Eric Jackson details the transformation of England from a rural, agricultural society to an urban,…
WheelFest 26 with 1940’s Ropergate
January 26, 2026 10:02 amGet 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.