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Wakefield Museums and Castles
Witches and Wizards Week
Wed 29 October 2025 - Sat 1 November 2025, 11am - 3pm
The next occurrence is Wed 29 October 2025
Pontefract Castle
It's the return of our frighteningly popular October half term Witches and Wizards week at Pontefract Castle!
Take part in witchy outdoor activities. Learn to mix magical potions. Magic up fun themed crafts.
Join our resident witches on the bandstand for potions demonstrations! Sessions at 11:15, 12:15 and 13:30.
Dressing up not required, but always encouraged!
It'll be spooktacular!
Free and no booking required.
There is also a relaxed SEND version of the Witches and Wizards activities each day at 10am. The SEND sessions need to be booked in advance.
29 October 2025 - Sat 1 November 2025
11am - 3pm
Pontefract Castle
Free, no booking required
Families with children aged 3+
Contact information
Pontefract Castle, Castle Chain, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 1QH Car Park: WF8 2JF