About
Discover the weird world of legendary medieval monsters this half term at Pontefract Castle!
Bring your budding monster hunters and follow a trail to find the fantastical creatures.
Discover their stories and what they meant to people in the past.
Explore the magical castle grounds and complete challenges as you go.
It’ll be a beast of a day out!
Pick up a trail sheet from the Gift Shop and get exploring!
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
- Wheelchair Accessible
Event sessions
Medieval Monsters Trail
Venue Details
Find us at
Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH
Phone
01977723440
castles@wakefield.gov.uk