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Rhubarb: From Garden to Kitchen by Kathy Slack
Friday 20 February, 4pm-5pm, Wakefield Exchange (WX) The Factory, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
Join food writer, cook and veg grower Kathy Slack as she explores how to grow great rhubarb and get the best from every harvest. She’ll share her top growing tips for getting started, plus simple ideas for your harvest and why this vibrant crop deserves a place in every garden and kitchen.
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A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter will be present at the event.
Core! & More: Apples, Pears and the Rose Family by Michael Holland
Saturday 21 February, 4pm-5pm, Wakefield Exchange (WX) The Factory, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
After defining what a fruit actually is, this illustrated talk by ecologist, educator and writer Michael Holland FLS will delve into a variety of subjects from forbidden fruits and corporate logos to divination and natural medicine. The evolutionary, ecological and environmental implications of industrial orchards will be featured, and you might even find out where baby apes sleep!
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A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter will be present at the event.
The Rhubarb Festival is taking place in Wakefield City Centre from 20-22 February 2026. Find out more: expwake.co/RhubarbFest
Venue opening hours
Monday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday : 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Friday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
Saturday : 10:00 am - 10:30 pm
Sunday : 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Access facilities
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- British Sign Language
- Step Free Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
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Venue Details
Find us at
Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
hello@wxwakefield.co.uk
10:00 - 16:00 
