EXPERIENCE THE SCULPTURE CAPITAL OF THE UK

Welcome to Experience Wakefield, your online portal for everything happening in the Wakefield district.

Wakefield – city and district – sits at the heart of West Yorkshire. We’re well connected, close to major motorways and London is just two hours away by train. We’re vibrant, down-to-earth and known for our grassroots creativity and independent spirit.

Wakefield is a place where urban meets rural, past meets future, and industry meets art. Come and discover it for yourself.

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Christmas Food and Drink Music

Wakefield Craft Brew Festival

AT Tileyard North

ON Sat 16 May 2026 - Sun 17 May 2026

Join the Wakefield Craft Brew Festival this May at

Art Exhibition

Lewis Hammond

AT The Hepworth Wakefield

ON Sat 23 May 2026 - Sun 01 Nov 2026

This exhibition will mark Lewis Hammond’s (b. 1987, Wolverhampton) first museum presentation in...

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A police officer watches a black dog jump over a hurdle, at the National Police Dog Trials

Free event

Activity Families

National Police Dog Trials 2026

Sat 16 May - Sat 16 May 2026

09:00 - 17:00

Nostell, National Trust

Free event

Art Exhibition Heritage

Jason and the Coal Mining Adventure

Now - Sun 04 Oct 2026

10:00 - 17:00

National Coal Mining Museum

Activity Families Sports

Wakefield Trinity RLFC Fixtures

Now - Sat 05 Sep 2026

13:00 - 15:00

Wakefield Trinity

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Part of WallFest

Free event

Activity Heritage Tour

Museum Store tours: Waterton and Walton Hall

Fri 15 May - Fri 15 May 2026

10:00 - 13:00

Wakefield Museums and Castles Collections Store

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Activity Heritage Tour

Museum Store Tour (18+)

Sat 04 Jul - Sat 04 Jul 2026

10:00 - 11:00

Wakefield Museums and Castles Collections Store

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Activity Families Heritage Tour

Museum Store Tour (8+)

Sat 04 Jul - Sat 04 Jul 2026

11:30 - 12:30

Wakefield Museums and Castles Collections Store

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Free event

Activity Craft Families Festival Heritage Market Performance Tour

Castleford Roman Festival

Sat 30 May - Sat 30 May 2026

10:00 - 16:00

Castleford Precinct

Free event

Heritage Performance

The King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Sounding Retreat

Thu 04 Jun - Thu 04 Jun 2026

18:15 - 19:30

Pontefract Castle

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Art and Sculpture Events in Wakefield

Explore the vibrant art and sculpture events happening in Wakefield. Discover exhibitions and events across the district!

Top Things To Do In Wakefield This May Half-Term

Discover family-friendly activities this half term in Wakefield, from the Castleford Roman Festival to engaging museum events.

Father’s Day

Check out what to buy, where to eat and what to do this Father’s Day weekend.

Best in show! Unmissable dog events in Wakefield

From elite police pups to tail‑wagging family events, Wakefield is rolling over with dog‑themed days this year. You’re barking up the right tree for a great day out, because these eve...

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Gallery

The Hepworth Wakefield

The Hepworth Wakefield is an award-winning art gallery in the heart of Yorkshire, set within Wakefield’s historic waterfront overlooking the River Calder. De...

Theatre

Theatre Royal Wakefield

Opened in 1894, the theatrical masterpiece that is Theatre Royal Wakefie...

Adventure Family Attraction Sports Leisure Venue Tourist Attraction

Xscape Yorkshire

Xscape Yorkshire is the ultimate, fun-fuelled day out destination. With...

Family Attraction Museum

National Coal Mining Museum

Experience the National Coal Mining Museum, the site of two former working coal mines! Find out about the story of coal and how it changed our nati...

Country Park Family Attraction Gallery Tourist Attraction

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international sculpture park set in a picturesque landscap...

Family Attraction Landmark or Historical Building Park Tourist Attraction

Nostell, National Trust

Georgian house, landscaped gardens, parkland and stables courtyard. Nostell is one of the grandest houses in the north of England, surrounded by 30...

Artist Studio Arts Centre Family Attraction Gallery

The Art House

Welcome to the house that art built. The Art House provides time, space and support for artists, makers and creative businesses to develop their practice....

Bar or Pub Brewery Cafe Event Venue Family Attraction Music Venue Restaurant

WX Wakefield Exchange

WX Wakefield Exchange is a lively arts and culture venue in Wakefield City Centre. Visitors can enjoy a delicious range of food and drink from onsi...

Places to eat & drink

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Castleford Pontefract Wakefield

Restaurant

Corarima

The friendly team here at Corarima welcome you to join them in their vegan friendly, gluten free restaurant in the heart of

Hotel Restaurant

Waterton Park Hotel & Walton Hall

In the heart of Yorkshire, in a scenic valley of rolling parkland with its very own lake, sits the four star

Cafe

The Boathouse Newmillerdam

The Boathouse Newmillerdam are here to serve you freshly ground Dark Woods coffee

Restaurant

Tet Restaurant

A contemporary Thai, Vietnamese cuisine, Tet offers exquisite flavours delivered by...

Bar or Pub

RBT Video

Nestled discreetly on Northgate in the heart of Wakefield,

Restaurant

Iris

Iris is a contemporary British restaurant located in the heart of Wakefield City Centre,...

Bar or Pub Brewery Cafe Event Venue Family Attraction Music Venue Restaurant

WX Wakefield Exchange

WX Wakefield Exchange is a lively arts and culture venue in Wakefield City Centre. Visitors can enjoy a delicious range of food and drink from onsi...

Hotel Restaurant

Wentbridge House Hotel

With breath-taking scenery of West Yorkshire’s Went Valley, Wentbridge House Hotel is the perfect place to escape, relax and unwind. This four star...

Places to Stay

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Castleford Pontefract Wakefield

Hotel Restaurant

EXPERIENCE THE SCULPTURE CAPITAL OF THE UK

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