CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING 21 MAY 2025

By Tony Wallis Councillor Wallis

CASTLEFORD WEEKLY BRIEFING - WEDNESDAY 21 MAY 2025

Compiled by Tony Wallis 


Every morning, to make my work as a local councillor more efficient, I search the web for a


daily briefing of news and events. While it was originally for my benefit, I’ve decided it is a service to share with others. It is a briefing so just headlines and sources I’ve come across and checked.

Please let me know if there are any events or news you think I need to add. Contact details are on the home page of this blog. Regards, Tony.



LOCAL NEWS


Boxing: Castleford youngsters shine at White Rose show. Maisy Wardle (14) and McKenzie Hartley (15) made an impact at White Rose Boxing Club’s showcase.

https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/sport/boxing/picture-gallery-white-rose-boxers-put-on-a-show-with-some-impressive-performances-5135465


FORTHCOMING EVENTS



Saturday 24 May 10am to 4pm  Indoor Market - Young Traders Market


Saturday 24 May 

Rugby league - Castleford Tigers v Leeds Rhinos

The Jungle, Wheldon Lane., kick off 2.30pm.

https://castlefordtigers.com/tickets.php


Wednesday 28 May and every Wednesday 6pm to 9pm

Line Dancing Class at Townville Recreation & Sports Club.

£6 on the door; beginners welcome.

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/castleford/townville-recreation-sports-club/line-dancing-class/e-kzbybq


Saturday 31 April 2025 10am to 4pm

Castleford Roman Festival

Castleford Town Centre, Living-history displays, Roman market, street theatre & kids’ digs. 


Saturday 31 May - Queen’s Mill- 10am to 2.30pm ‘Roman Castleford Uncovered’ will allow people to step back in time and experience what it was like to live in Roman Castleford.

https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/your-district/explore-castleford-s-roman-heritage-with-new-digital-experience


Saturdays 7 & 14 June 2025  11am to 3pm.

Family Fun @ Castleford Museum

Free craft activities – new theme each week.


Saturday 7 June 4pm to 10pm  – Yonder at the Castle, Pontefract Castle, Sunset disco, street-food, 18 +; from £20.

https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/event/yonder-at-the-castle/?utm_source=chatgpt.com


Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 June Town Centre - continental food market.


Saturday 14 June – WheelFest & 1940s entertainment. Pontefract town centre, 10 am–4 pm. Classic vehicles, live music, vintage stalls; free. 

https://experiencewakefield.co.uk/event/wheelfest/



WEATHER FORECAST


Sunny with a gentle breeze. Maximum temperature 18°. Sun sets at 9.10 pm.

Sunny intervals with a gentle breeze tomorrow and Friday.


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