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Top 5 Places for a Picnic in Wakefield

The weather is starting to brighten up so it’s time to dig out the picnic baskets, the cool bags or even just a rucksack and fill them full of sandwiches, snacks, fruit, vegetables and some treats for the perfect picnic in Wakefield.

With so many parks to choose from for a picnic in Wakefield, it can be hard to be decisive on the day and get up and go. So here at Wakefield Mumbler, we have put together our TOP 5 PLACES FOR A PICNIC IN WAKEFIELD.

  1. Sandal Castle

    We often park at Pugneys Country Park and walk up the hill to Sandal Castle (or there is a small carpark at the castle). The big walk gets them appetites going. Once you’ve reached the picnic benches, you are truly ready to devour your sandwiches.

    Our Favourite part of Sandal Castle is the views. You can see so much of Wakefield. If you remember to take some binoculars, you can try spotting your house?

    The recent works to Sandal Castle now means you can explore the ruins closely, learn about the castles past on the history boards. There are often free exhibitions and activities going on at the castle. Keep an eye out on the Wakefield Mumbler Facebook page for events across Wakefield.

  2. Pontefract CastleJust like Sandal Castle, Pontefract Castle is another perfect place for a picnic. There is so much to see and do at Pontefract Castle before you open up the picnic basket. From visiting the exhibitions at the visitors centre to exploring the castle ruins, touring the dungeons (charges apply, pre-booking sometimes required) and visiting the castle play area.Our favourite part of Pontefract Castle are the events they put on through out the year. They often run family activity days which are usually FREE or have a very small charge. Their family days are perfect for all ages, and especially great if you have a few different aged children to cater for.Pontefract Castle is the perfect place for a picnic in Wakefield, but if you’re looking for something a bit different, have you thought about….

  3. Coxley Woods

    Here at Wakefield Mumbler we love Coxley Woods. We live quite close to Coxley Woods, but we would still be regular visitors if we lived further afield. Coxley Woods really does have it all. Trees to climb and hide around. A stream perfect for paddling in wellies. Animals to spot. A perfect outdoor adventure for the whole family.

    Check out our post on Coxley Woods to see a map of our favourite walking routes. There are so many spots perfect for a picnic, from the bottom of a stone quarry, right next to the little stream or under the cover of trees. Coxley Woods really is one of our favourite places for a picnic in Wakefield.

  4. Thornes Park
    The perfect place for a picnic in Wakefield if you’re after somewhere central and easy to access via public transport. You can take your pick of so many different areas of the park for a picnic. Thornes Park is home to a large children’s playground, a miniature railway, a duck pond, bird aviary, rose gardens and a Secret Garden.Our favourite place for a picnic at Thornes Park is in the Secret Garden (at the East of the park, running alongside Gill Syke Road). This magical garden features stone columns thought to be part of Wakefield Cathedral, a colourful dragon tunnel, secret paths and stepping stones. All surrounded by so many species of beautiful flowers and plants.

  5. Walton Colliery Nature Park

    Perfect for a picnic if you’re looking for somewhere in the East of Wakefield. With so many wide and generally flat path ways, this nature park is great for the whole family including those bringing along buggies, bikes, wheel chairs and hiking carriers.

    We love Walton Colliery Nature Park because of its amazing accessibility. The bigger kids can cycle ahead on the pathways while us parents chase after them breathlessly. There are picnic benches dotted around the park. Take a blanket and you can stop almost anywhere to enjoy your sandwiches.

    If you like exploring country parks similar to Walton Colliery, you will love our Family Walks around Wakefield post.

Have you found any amazing spots for a picnic in Wakefield? We would love you to share your favourite spots on our Wakefield Mumbler Chat Group on Facebook. Our friendly community for sharing tips and ideas. You can ask questions and share the ups and downs of raising children in Wakefield.


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