Wakefield Museums and Castles

A variety of mystical ingredients, weighing scale, pestle and mortar

Heritage for Youth: Lotions and potions (ages 12-16)

Thu 19 February 2026, 10:30am - 12pm

Pontefract Castle

Workshop times available:

  • Thursday 19 February, 10:30am to 12 noon (spaces)

  • Thursday 19 February, 1:30pm to 3pm (spaces)

Skincare has been around for centuries!

Learn what people in the past did to stand out from the crowd. Make your own natural products inspired by historical techniques.

We'll be exploring the benefits of natural ingredients like beeswax, shea butter, cocoa butter and essential oils. Make your own naturally nourishing hand cream and lip balms.

This workshop is designed for teenagers aged 12 to 16. Accompanying adults are welcome, but not essential.

Please let us know of any allergies when booking.

This activity is part of our Heritage for Youth programme. Teenagers can get hands-on with history through interactive workshops.

19 February 2026

10:30am - 12pm

Pontefract Castle

£2.50 per teenager, accompanying adults free. Booking required.

Teenagers aged 12 to 16

Book Heritage for Youth: Lotions and potions Plan your visit

Contact information

Pontefract Castle, Castle Chain, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 1QH Car Park: WF8 2JF

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