Wakefield Museums and Castles

A white and blue ornate ceramic toilet

Home Education: Toilets through time (5+)

Tue 20 January 2026, 10:30am - 12pm

Pontefract Castle

Workshop times:

  • Tuesday 20 January, 10:30am to 12pm

  • Tuesday 20 January, 1:30pm to 3pm

This workshop is for home educated children aged 5+ and their families.

The WC, the convenience, the smallest room in the house… The toilet has gone by many names over the years! 

In this workshop we will:

  • explore the local history of the loo, from where the people of the past ‘went’ to what happened to their waste

  • search for evidence of old loos within the castle grounds

  • look at toilet-related objects from the museums collection

  • discover what the toilets of the past can reveal to modern day archaeologists

If you would like more information about this workshop, please email museumslearning@wakefield.gov.uk

This session is delivered in partnership with the Community and Family Learning Team at Wakefield Council’s Adult Education Service. 

Part of our Home Education workshops programme at Wakefield Museum and Pontefract Castle.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Call 01924 302700 and leave a message. We will respond as soon as possible. (Please note this number is only monitored during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm)

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, we will have your details at the door.

Refund policy

No refunds will be offered on this event.

20 January 2026

10:30am - 12pm

Pontefract Castle

£6.70 per child, accompanying adults free

Home Educating families, children aged 5+

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Contact information

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

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