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Current Art and Sculpture Events

There are loads of Art and Sculpture events and exhibitions happening throughout May and June, so to make it easier for you, we thought we’d pull them together in one place!

Our Year for Music

It’s Our Year…to enjoy live music! Explore the upcoming live music events taking place as part of Our Year 2024.

Top Things To Do In Wakefield This May Half-Term

From Romans to Rapunzel and creative workshops aplenty, there’s loads of fun for kids and families in Wakefield this half-term!

WordFest

The Wakefield district’s annual celebration of words is back this May!

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Spotlight on Horbury

With a fantastic selection of places to eat and drink, great independent shops and quirky things to do, discover more about Horbury here.

Spotlight On Normanton

Discover all there is to do in the market town of Normanton, and its neighbouring village Altofts. Plus, find out top places to eat and drink and mor...

Spotlight On SESKU

Discover more about South Elmsall, South Kirkby and Upton, collectively known as SESKU!

Spotlight On Ossett

Discover all the historic market town of Ossett has to offer.

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Things To Do In Pontefract

There are loads of things to do in Pontefract, from exploring ancient castle ruins to scanning the night skies. Check out our list of top picks!

24 Hours in the City

There’s loads to do in Wakefield! This one-day itinerary will inspire you with some ideas.

20 Things You Didn’t Know About West Yorkshire

Think you know all there is to know about West Yorkshire? See if you knew all these tantalising titbits.

Queen’s Mill

There’s absolutely loads happening at historic Queen’s Mill, Castleford.

Five reasons why Wakefield’s food scene is set to be the next big thing

While Wakefield is famed for liquorice, rhubarb and real ale, we’ve also got a fantastic up-and-coming food and drink scene.

Essential Pontefract

Nestled in the heart of West Yorkshire, Pontefract is a charming market town and a hidden gem just waiting to be disc...

24 Hours in The Merrie City

There’s so much to do in Wakefield that it’s not easy to see it all in a day! So to help you make the most of our wonderful city, here’s a handy itin...

Great Independent Farm Shops in Wakefield

The Wakefield district has much to offer to the ethical consumer, with thriving farm shops delivering fresh local produce, both in store and online.

Wakefield’s Independent Retail

From clothing to candles, and boutiques to barbershops, there’s a wealth of independent retail to be found in Wakefield.

Essential Castleford

Romans, Burberry and the rugby Super League – Castleford is a market town full of intrigue.