Kingdom of Alms Walk
Pontefract Bus Station, Horsefair, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, wf8 1ez
'Alms giving' is the traditional expression for charitable relief.
Pontefract was once known as 'The Kingdom of Alms'. This was because no fewer than ten almshouses were founded in the town by the end of the 18th century, and many additional endowments were also made in cash and kind.
Almshouses were actually called 'hospitals' in medieval times.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 13 September:
- 1445
Location & directions
Pontefract Bus Station, Horsefair, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, wf8 1ez
- Directions:
- The walk commences from outside the bus station on Horsefair.
- Contact on day:
- Eric Jackson
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking via Eventbrite
- Booking contact name:
- Eventbrite
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walk-kingdom-of-alms-walk-heritage-open-days-tickets-976869832967?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&_gl=1*1g9edp4*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjQ5NTQyOTY3LjE3MjI5MjUzNjA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*MTcyMjkyNTM1OS4xLjAuMTcyMjkyNTM1OS4wLjAuMA..
Accessibility details
Accessible toilets are available at the bus station.
Additional information
The route is walking for those able bodied, though due to some narrow footpaths and the latter terrain by the castle, it is unsuitable for those with mobility issues. Town centre parking is available nearby and Pontefract has 3 rail stations, all within walking distance of the bus station.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 12
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
