The Medieval Herb Garden at Pontefract Castle

Calendar Icon Sat 19 Apr 2025 - Sat 20 Sep 2025
Clock 13:00 - 14:30
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Join Pontefract Castle volunteer Carole as she talks about the plants in the Medieval Herb Garden.


See unusual and familiar plants in a new light.


Find out how they were used throughout history.


Discover what’s in a name, and why some of those names have changed over time.


This talk takes place outside by the herb garden and is free to all.


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
  • Wheelchair Accessible

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The Medieval Herb Garden at Pontefract Castle

19th April 2025
13:00 - 14:30
17th May 2025
13:00 - 14:30
21st June 2025
13:00 - 14:30
12th July 2025
13:00 - 14:30
16th August 2025
13:00 - 14:30
20th September 2025
13:00 - 14:30

Venue Details

Find us at

Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH

Phone

01977723440

Email

castles@wakefield.gov.uk