31st July – 2nd September 2023
Make these summer holidays one to remember and come to Pontefract Castle for a different theme each week!
With free entry, wide open spaces, dark dungeons and heaps of history, there’s fun for all the family.
Be a Victorian Historian: Monday 31 July to Saturday 5 August
10am to 3pm each day
Free, no booking required
The Victorians absolutely loved Pontefract Castle! Join us for a trip back in time to the Castle’s Victorian era and discover how they enjoyed promenading and playing in the grounds.
Enjoy crafts, games and lots more!
Medieval Melee: Monday 7 August to Saturday 12 August
10am to 3pm each day
Free, no booking required
Join in jousting at our marvellous Medieval Melee week!
Your little Knights, Lords and Ladies are invited to Pontefract Castle for a week of medieval games and activities.
Make castle-themed crafts to take the medieval magic home with you.
A Week of Tomfoolery: Monday 14 August to Saturday 19 August
10am to 3pm each day
Free, no booking required
It’s time to get silly this summer with our jolly Jester!
Join in with funny tricks, songs and music to entertain the Lords and Ladies with your tomfoolery.
Have a go at goofy games and make medieval crafts to look the part!
Castle Attack and Defence: Monday 21 August to Saturday 26 August
10am to 3pm each day
Free, no booking required
Pontefract Castle is under attack and we need your help!
Learn the skills to be a Civil Wars soldier and hold the fort.
Find out the cunning ways soldiers tricked their way into the Castle – including using a bed!
Join in with games and craft with after your siege shift.
Unexpected Discoveries: Monday 28 August to Saturday 2 September
10am to 3pm each day
Free, no booking required
Discover the unexpected at Pontefract Castle this summer!
Join our fun interactive tour and find out about the weird and wonderful surprises the Castle holds. Get active with games on the bailey and make crafts to take home.
What will you uncover?
Castle Garth, Pontefract, WF8 1QH (SAT NAV WF8 2JF)
