Experience the National Coal Mining Musuem, the site of two former working coal mines!
Explore Caphouse, a modern colliery that witnessed more than ...
Have you ever seen a chapel that’s built on the side of a bridge? Head to Wakefield’s very own Chantry Chapel and discover this unusual building for yours...
The house is open every day until 24 December and then will close, opening for the new season in March.
Georgian treasure house, landscaped gardens...
The Mental Health Museum in Wakefield is situated within the grounds of the Fieldhead hospital. To gain entry to the small, eccentric collection, you have...
For over 1,000 years people have gathered in this holy place to offer their prayers and praise. A historic gem is located in the heart of the city.
Located in the historic market town of Pontefract, from its construction in 1070 to its demise following the Civil Wars, this once-fearsome fortress domin...
Discover the weird, the wonderful and the truly amazing! Entertaining exhibitions, fascinating stories and memorable experiences await the whole family at...
Step back in time and explore the history of Castleford from the Bronze Age to the present day. Young and old alike will find a trove of treasures to inve...
Step inside the beautiful Art Nouveau building to discover a world where liquorice and voting collide, where we celebrate the captivating stories of Ponte...
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 i...
Sitting on the banks of the River Aire, Queen’s Mill (formerly known as Allinson’s Mill) is the world’s largest stone grinding flour mil...
Westgate Unitarians have promoted Free Thought, Social Justice, and Nostril Breathing in Wakefield since 1752.
We are the direct heirs of a congrega...
Please note West Yorkshire Archive Service offices have re-opened to the public. Please check their website for up to date opening days/times as they’re s...
Visit Wakefield Museums & Castles’ museum hub located in the South Elmsall Library to see changing displays celebrating local stories from the South E...
In collaboration with Featherstone Rovers, Wakefield Museums & Castles have developed a museum hub in the shop at the LD Nutrition Stadium.
Thi...