Plants for pollinators - Wakefield Museums and Castles
The Medieval Herb Garden at Pontefract Castle in full bloom

Plants for pollinators

Wed 27 May 2026, 11am - 2pm

Pontefract Castle

Learn about the marvellous medieval herb garden at Pontefract Castle! Discover the many different plants and flowers that grow here.

Make a paper plant pot. Plant some bee-friendly flowers in it to grow through the summer.

Free nature-themed event at Pontefract Castle for May half term.

Bookable SEND session: 10am to 11am - there will also be an SEND version of this event at 10am on the same day. This must be booked to manage numbers and maintain a relaxed atmosphere.

27 May 2026

11am - 2pm

Pontefract Castle

Free, no booking required

Families

Plan your visit

Contact information

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

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