Tour of Sandal Castle

Calendar Icon Sat 12 Sep 2026 - Sat 12 Sep 2026
Clock 11:00 - 14:45
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Discover the history of Sandal Castle on this tour around the castle grounds and ruins.


Join Wakefield Museums & Castles volunteers for a fascinating journey through 500 years of history.


Wakefield Museums & Castles volunteers will take you on a fascinating journey through five hundred years of history on a guided walk and talk around the castle grounds. Learn about history where it happened, and dig deeper into the various theories concerning one of the most important battles of the Wars of the Roses.


This tour is part of Heritage Open Days.


Please note that the majority of the tour of Sandal Castle takes place over level paths. However, there are some areas which include some uneven ground. At one point there is the option to follow the tour up approximately 50 wooden steps to the top of the keep. At this point the tour guides can split the group in two to provide a level route option. If you would prefer the level route option, please let the guides know and indicate when booking.


Venue opening hours

Monday : Open

Tuesday : Open

Wednesday : Open

Thursday : Open

Friday : Open

Saturday : Open

Sunday : Open

Access facilities

  • Accessible Car Parking
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Wheelchair Accessible

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Tour of Sandal Castle

12th September 2026
11:00 - 12:15
12th September 2026
13:30 - 14:45

Venue Details

Find us at

Manygates Lane, Sandal, WF2 7DS

Phone

01977 722741

Email

castles@wakefield.gov.uk