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Pontefract Museum

Mon - Fri 10.00 - 4.30pm

Sat 10.30 - 4.30

Sun Closed

Explore the history of Pontefract Castle, from the construction of a wooden fort after the Battle of Hastings to its demolition by public request after the last siege of the Civil War. Find out more about Pontefract’s growth because of the barracks, coal mine and liquorice manufacture. Discover Pontefract’s other claims to fame such as the racecourse and the secret ballot act.

Wakefield’s Learning and Skills Team provides a range of free workshops throughout the year. These include:

• History Mystery
• Victorian Storyquest
• Victorian Schoolroom (role-play)

Workshops are also available to accompany some temporary exhibitions. For more information, please contact the Learning and Skills team.

History Local History

Curriculum Links:

KS1/KS2/KS3/KS4 History