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Where to Shop This Christmas in Wakefield

The Wakefield district is the perfect place to get your Christmas gift purchases sorted for everyone on your list – and even some for yourself

Where to Eat & Drink this Christmas in Wakefield

From festive afternoon teas to brunch with Santa, take a look at our top picks for where to eat and drink this Christmas in Wakefield!

Things to do this Christmas in Wakefield

Looking forward to a cracker of a Christmas in the merrie city (and the wider district)? Us too! Take a look at our top picks for things to do.

Where To Meet Santa in Wakefield

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to meet the all-important man in red to check if you’ve made the naughty or nice list.

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A Wonderful West Yorkshire Christmas

Enjoy Christmas in West Yorkshire! From Christmas lights and seasonal markets to festive shows and Santa meets, there truly is something for everyone...

Gift Experiences In Wakefield

We’ve put together a selection of gift experiences in Wakefield that are perfect for everyone on your Christmas present list.

Where to Shop This Christmas in Wakefield

The Wakefield district is the perfect place to get your Christmas gift purchases sorted for everyone on your list – and even some for yourself

Food Experiences in Wakefield this Autumn

Our guide to fabulous food experiences this autumn in Wakefield. From the Harvest Festival at The Hepworth Wakefield ...

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.

Insider Guides

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Where to Shop This Christmas in Wakefield

Where to Eat & Drink this Christmas in Wakefield

Things to do this Christmas in Wakefield

Where To Meet Santa in Wakefield

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