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Join West Yorkshire Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Pontefract Castle.
Learn how to look through telescopes and discover new ways to understand the night sky.
Don’t worry if it’s cloudy weather – there’s a back-up plan! The castle team will have constellation crafts and a stellarium viewer of the night’s sky in the Visitor Centre.
There will be lots of knowledgeable people on hand to help you learn more.
This activity is aimed at families, but all are welcome.
Free, booking required as spaces are limited.
Venue opening hours
Monday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday : 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday : 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Access facilities
- Accessible Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- Step Free Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH
Phone
01977723440
castles@wakefield.gov.uk