About
How did science help to defend a castle? Discover the medieval engineering that powered trebuchets.
Have a go at making and firing your own.
You’ll also be using science to make things go bang!
Part of Summer of Discovery at Pontefract Castle.
Venue opening hours
Monday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday : 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Accessible Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- Wheelchair Accessible
Access facilities
Event sessions
Explosions and Trebuchets
Venue Details
Find us at
Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH
Phone
01977723440
castles@wakefield.gov.uk