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Castleford Daily Briefing – Wednesday, 30 April 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis TODAY’S NEWS Castleford Museum and Queen’s Mill unveil ‘Ebb and Flow’ new art installations celebrating the riverside landscape by artist Annie Harrison. https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/your-district/castleford-museum-and-queen-s-mill-unveil-new-art-installations-celebrating-riverside-landscape FORTHCOMING EVENTS Castleford Roman Festival. Saturday 31st May 2025. 10am to 4pm. TODAY’S WEATHER Partly cloudy with sunny intervals. Maximum temperature 23°C, minimum 10°C Sun sets at 8:34 pm. 

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING 29 APRIL 2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM TODAY’S NEWS A development on Bridge Street, which will include ten electric vehicle charging bays and a drive-thru Costa Coffee, is set to open by October. More information at https://bdaily.co.uk/articles/2025/04/28/eshton-group-breaks-ground-on-castleford-hub TODAY’S EVENTS   Ebb and Flow by Annie Harrison Until 4pm on the upper floor of Castleford Library and Museum, Carlton Street. TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST Sunny. Maximum temperature 23°C, minimum 9°C. Sun sets at 8.33pm.

  Castleford Daily Briefing – Monday, 28 April 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis of MyCastleford.com LOCAL NEWS Castleford to get striking new Welbeck Street public mural A striking new public mural is to be installed in Castleford. The work is the latest in a  project to transform key routes to between the train station and the town centre. Jay Gilleard (CBLOXX), an internationally renowned street artist, will put the mural in place in stages over three weeks in May. https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/your-district/castleford-to-get-striking-new-welbeck-street-public-mural More about the artist at https://www.cbloxx.co.uk/bio 🎉 Events Today in and Around Castleford Let's Communicate – Coffee Morning and Chat Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Xscape Yorkshire Details: A friendly gathering hosted by the Castleford Tigers Supporters Club, offering a chance to connect over coffee.  https://www.facebook.com/events/1868168363998714/ 🌤️ Weather Forecast for Castl...

 CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING - 27 APRIL 2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM LOCAL NEWS Rugby League - Castleford Tigers Victory. Castleford Tigers delivered an excellent performance, defeating Huddersfield Giants 30–12 at the John Smith’s Stadium. This second win of the season and lifts them above Huddersfield in the Super League. BBC Sport report by Matthew Cresswell https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/articles/c5ygw3j9w7vo EVENTS Star Walk at Trinity Walk, Wakefield today. Characters and vehicles from fantasy movies. WEATHER FORECAST Cloudy with sunny intervals. Maximum: 21°C Minimum: 8°C Sunrises at 5.38 am and sets at 8.29 pm.  

  CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING FOR 26/4/2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM NEWS Rugby League: Castleford Tigers Face Huddersfield Giants. Today at 3pm at the John Smith's Stadium. EVENTS Family Fun at Castleford Museum 11am - 3pm Engage in free, themed craft activities suitable for families and children under 5. No booking required.  In The Doghouse Comedy Night Doghouyse, Carlton Street from 6pm 26 April 2025. An evening of stand-up comedy featuring local talent. Kippax Athletic JFC - Races Night Great Preston Village Hall 6-10.30pm 26 April 2025. A fundraising event featuring race-themed activities.  TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST Overcast. Maximum temperature 17°C, minimum 9°C.   Sun rises at 5.40 am and sets at 8.27 pm.

COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM LOCAL NEWS Former Lock Lane junior Riley Lumb making his mark with Leeds Rhinos Wakefied Express report by Tony Harber https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/former-lock-lane-junior-riley-lumb-making-his-mark-with-leeds-rhinos-5090140 EVENTS Lost Cause Brewing Company at Whitwood, tap room open. Today 3 to 9pm and tomorrow 1 to 9pm.Craft beer and street food.  https://www.lostcausebrewing.co.uk/pages/taproom Star Walk is back at Trinity Walk, Wakefield on 26th and 27th April 2025. Characters and vehicles from favorite fantasy movies. https://trinitywalk.com/starwalk7/ LOCAL WEATHER FORECAST Today: Cloudy with occasional sunny intervals. Maximum temperature 16°C and minimum  4°C Sun rises at 5.42 am and sets at 8.25pm.

CASTLEFORD BRIEFING 24/04/2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM LOCAL NEWS Castleford Tigers Roster Update Castleford Tigers have released forward Sylvester Namo to accommodate the signing of Tom Amone for the remainder of the season. Total Rugby League report at https://www.seriousaboutrl.com/rugby-league-news-castleford-tigers-player-exit-clears-path-for-signing-103828/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#google_vignette Police and Immigration Enforcement Working in Castleford As a result of these enquiries, five individuals were arrested on immigration-related offences. https://www.facebook.com/WYPWakefieldE EVENTS This year’s Castleford Roman Festival is on 31 May 2025 from 10am to 4pm. Activities include: guided tour of Roman Castleford, street show, crafts, hunt for treasure in the archaeological dig, Romam demonstration. Yonder at the Mill at Queen’s Mill, Aire Street on 12 July 2025 from 4pm to 10pm. Click here to book tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yonder-at-...

CASTLEFORD BRIEFING 23 APRIL 2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM NEWS Vue Cinema is opening at Xscape soon. The cinema replaces the now closed Cineworld. EVENTS Ebb and Flow by Annie Harrison is is at Queen’s Mill until 9 May 2025. Annie walked alongside the River Aire from Mytholmroyd to Hull passing through Castleford. The centrepiece of the project is a panoramic textile artwork tracing the full river route. Open Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm. https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/event/ebb-and-flow-by-annie-harrison-at-queens-mill/  Roman events at Castleford Museum (upper floor of the library and museum, Carlton Street - lift available.) Roman Gods and Goddesses Tue 27 May 2025 - Fri 30 May 2025 For families, includes SEND sessions. https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/event/roman-gods-and-goddesses/ Meet the Romans - family activities. Sat 31 May 2025 11am - 3pm. https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/event/meet-the-romans/ Castleford Continental Street market...

CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING FOR 22 APRIL 2025 COMPILED BY TONY WALLIS OF MYCASTLEFORD.COM NEWS Newfield Lodge Easter Event Wakefield Express article by Leanne Clarke. Castleford Care Home Hops into Easter. https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/people/castleford-care-home-hops-into-easter-with-egg-citing-community-event-5092266 EVENTS This year’s Castleford Roman Festival is on 31 May 2025 from 10am to 4pm. Activities include: guided tour of Roman Castleford, street show, crafts, hunt for treasure in the archaeological dig, Romam demonstration. Yonder at the Mill at Queen’s Mill, Aire Street on 12 July 2025 from 4pm to 10pm. Click here to book tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yonder-at-the-mill-july-tickets-1290335280559?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse&keep_tld=1 WEATHER FORECAST Overcast with a maximum temperature of 16°C and a minimum of 6°C. Sun rises at 5.48 am and sets at 8.20 pm.