Reference Room Drop-in

Calendar Icon Wed 18 Feb 2026 - Wed 18 Mar 2026
Clock 11:00 - 15:00
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The reference room at Pontefract Museum is a real treasure trove. Discover a wealth of photos, drawings, newspaper clippings and more.


Drop in and explore a different theme each month with the museum’s friendly volunteers.


Free, no booking required.


Aimed at adults 16+ but all welcome.


Upcoming themes:


  • Wednesday 21 January: Circuses and festivals
  • Wednesday 18 February: Maps
  • Wednesday 18 March: Railway transport

Venue opening hours

Monday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Friday : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Saturday : 10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Sunday : Closed

Access facilities

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

Event sessions

Reference Room Drop-in

18th March 2026
11:00 - 15:00

Venue Details

Find us at

5 Salter Row, Pontefract, WF8 1BA

Phone

01977722740

Email

museums@wakefield.gov.uk