Archaeology Day

Get hands-on with history with a day of activities all about archaeology. Pontefract's Young Archaeologists Club will be joining us at Pontefract Castle. They'll help you understand how archaeologists work and the jobs they do.

Meet archaeologists. Get stuck in with demonstrations and activities. Discover more about the archaeology of Pontefract Castle.

Handle real objects from archaeological digs! Part of the Festival of Archaeology. Summer holidays guide.

There's so much happening across our sites these summer holidays! Most of our activities are no-cost or low-cost. Plan your adventures with our handy guide to the summer holidays.