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Galleries at the National Coal Mining Museum

Family Attraction Museum

National Coal Mining Museum

Experience the National Coal Mining Museum, the site of two former working coal mines! Explore Caphouse, a modern colliery that witnessed more than two hu...
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Country Park Family Attraction Gallery Tourist Attraction

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international sculpture park set in a picturesque landscape i...
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the hepworth

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...
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Nostell

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 300 acres...
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Theatre Royal Wakefield

Theatre

Theatre Royal Wakefield

Opened in 1894, the theatrical masterpiece that is Theatre Royal Wakefield
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Xscape Yorkshire

Adventure Family Attraction Sports Leisure Venue Tourist Attraction

Xscape Yorkshire

Xscape Yorkshire is the ultimate, fun-fuelled day out destination. With a vari...
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Art House

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....
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Wakefield Cathedral

Landmark or Historical Building Place of Worship

Wakefield Cathedral

For over 1,000 years people have gathered in Wakefield Cathedral to offer...
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Diggerland

Adventure Family Attraction Tourist Attraction

Diggerland

Diggerland is The Ultimate Adventure UK Theme Park Experience where children and adults alike can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other ful...
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Wakefield Exchange

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

WX Wakefield Exchange

WX Wakefield Exchange is the city’s new go-to destination for, creativity, culture...
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Anglers Country Park

Country Park Family Attraction Nature Reserve Park

Anglers Country Park

Located 4 miles south-east of Wakefield, Anglers Country Park is a perfect place to explore for nature lovers, walkers, dog walkers, cyclists, picnickers - a...
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Pugneys Country Park

Park

Pugneys Country Park

Take a stroll along the lakeside path, take a ride on the Pugneys Light Railway ...
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Newmillerdam Country Park

Park Woodland

Newmillerdam Country Park

Located 3.5 miles south of Wakefield, on the A61 (Barnsley Road),
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Sandal Castle

Landmark or Historical Building

Sandal Castle

Sandal Castle stands in a commanding position overlooking the River Calder, to the south of Wakefield city centre. The castle is best known for the role it p...
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Queen's Mill

Landmark or Historical Building Tourist Attraction

Queen’s Mill

Sitting on the banks of the River Aire in Castleford, Queen's Mill (formerly known as Allinson's Mill) is the world's largest stone grinding flour mill, with...
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Farmer Copleys

Cafe Farm Restaurant Shop

Farmer Copleys

Farmer Copleys is a family run farm shop, Moo Café, function space and events centre based between
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Things To Do Pontefract Museum

Family Attraction Landmark or Historical Building Museum

Pontefract Museum

Visit Pontefract Museum and learn all about the town's eventful history! Discover Pontefract's royal links, from the Domesday Book to the Civil Wars. Find ou...
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Wakefield Museum

Family Attraction Museum

Wakefield Museum

Visit Wakefield Museum to discover the fascinating history of the city at work and play! Follow our growth to the capital of Yorkshire's West Riding. Disc...
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Castleford Museum

Family Attraction Museum

Castleford Museum

Explore 15,000 years of local history at Castleford Museum! See amazing objects left behind by prehistoric tribes and Roman soldiers. Find out how coal mined...
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Pugneys Light Railway

Family Attraction

Pugneys Light Railway

Pugneys Light Railway is a 7¼” gauge passenger-carrying miniature railway, providing train rides for all the family! Located in
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Castle Pontefract Castle

Family Attraction Landmark or Historical Building Tourist Attraction

Pontefract Castle

Located in the historic market town of Pontefract, from its construction in 1070 to its...
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RSPB Fairburn Ings

Family Attraction Nature Reserve

RSPB Fairburn Ings

If you’re a big fan of nature and like to get out into the great outdoors, you'll love RSPB Fairburn Ings. Nestled between Wakefield, York and Leeds on th...
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Ossett Brewery

Brewery Shop Tourist Attraction

Ossett Brewery Shop

Welcome to Ossett Brewery, a progressive and passionate independent brewery locate...
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The Wonkey Donkey

Animal Sanctuary Family Attraction Tourist Attraction

The Wonkey Donkey Visitors Centre

The Wonkey Donkey Visitors Centre is a small non-profit organisation based in Cridling Stubbs dedicated to the care and protection of donkeys. They cater for...
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