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Learn all about Pontefract’s liquorice history in this fascinating talk at Pontefract Library, as part of Heritage Open Days.


Liquorice growing has been associated with Pontefract for centuries. But how did it get here? What is it about Pontefract’s countryside that makes it so easy to grow liquorice? And how did the crop transform from simple roots into the beloved sweets we know today? Find out all about this fascinating piece of Pontefract’s liquorice story!


Venue opening hours

Monday : 9:30 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday : 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Thursday : Closed

Friday : 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday : Closed

Access facilities

  • Accessible Car Parking
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Step Free Access
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Venue Details

Find us at

Shoemarket, Pontefract, WF8 1BD

Phone

01977727692

Email

pontefractlibrary@wakefield.gov.uk