Yorkshire Day at Pontefract Castle

Pontefract Castle was alive with history, music and Yorkshire pride as families gathered to celebrate.

The Yorkshire Day event hosted a packed programme of activities in historic surroundings.

It included The Key to the North, a Pontefract Tale, where historical characters including Alice de Lacy, John of Gaunt and Thomas of Lancaster were brought to life through storytelling and live music.

Visitors also had the opportunity to explore the castle in greater depth with special Yorkshire Day dungeon and explorer tours, while children and families made the most of the open grounds and activities throughout the site.

The annual celebration showcased the rich heritage of Pontefract Castle.