Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators

Calendar Icon Thu 28 May 2026 - Thu 28 May 2026
Clock 10:00 - 15:00
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Pollinators are awesome, and so important for our planet! Test your bug spotting skills at Pontefract Castle.


Learn how to survey nature and join in a mini bioblitz.


Discover what local organisations are doing to help nature thrive.


Beekeeping has existed for thousands of years. Find out more about beekeeping from Wakefield and Pontefract Beekeepers Association. Learn how people look after bees, and even meet the bees!


It’ll be the bee’s knees.


Bookable SEND session: 10am – 10:45am – there will also be an SEND version of this event at 10am on the same day. This must be booked to manage numbers and maintain a relaxed atmosphere.


Venue opening hours

Monday : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Friday : 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Sunday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Access facilities

  • Accessible Car Parking
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Guide Dogs Welcome
  • SEND
  • Step Free Access
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Event sessions

SEND

SEND stands for 'Special Education Needs and Disabilities'.

Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators

28th May 2026
10:00 - 11:00
SEND
28th May 2026
11:00 - 15:00

Venue Details

Find us at

Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH

Phone

01977723440

Email

castles@wakefield.gov.uk