Pontefract Park Walk through the Ages

A walk inside Pontefract Racecourse circuit, which highlights a brief history of the park (including its link with Royalty, the castle, horse racing and its reduction in size).
It considers the events and activities which took place associated with both World Wars, and aspects of nature in Pontefract Park.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:

1400

Location & directions

Pontefract Park, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4RA

Directions:

Meet at the 'Pepperpot', which is located inside the racecourse opposite the Grandstand.

Contact on day:

Derek Norfolk

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Pre booking preferred, but 'walk ups' may be accepted on the day. Book via Eventbrite

Booking contact name:

Eventbrite

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walk-pontefract-park-through-the-ages-heritage-open-days-tickets-980036725227?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&_gl=1*llfifh*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTkzMTcxNTQzNy4xNzIzMDMyMTk5*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*MTcyMzAzMjE5OS4xLjAuMTcyMzAzMjE5OS4wLjAuMA..

Accessibility details

Meet next to the 'Pepperpot'/race results building (see photograph above) in the Park. Meet 5 minutes prior to the commencement of the walk.

Additional information

Dependant upon the weather and underfoot conditions, suitable clothes and footwear are advisable. Suitable footwear is essential for varied surfaces, and the route is not accessible for those with mobility issues. Please meet at the 'Pepperpot', 5 minutes before the start time.

Max no of people per tour:

10

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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