CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING OF NEWS AND EVENTS 17 SEPTEMBER 2025

 Compiled by Tony Wallis

I found last night’s talk by Dave Smith about Castleford in the early 1800s interesting. In this talk, hosted by Castleford Historical Society, Dave gave a captivating picture of the people and buildings at a time when Castleford changed from being a humble village to the beginnings of a town. Have you heard of place names like High Road (the main street) and the Castle Hotel? Can you imagine what Castleford was like at this time?

A list of future talks planned by the friendly people of the society is given in 'Events' below.

I’m also looking forward to Dave Wilders’ talk on Thursday night at Queen’s Mill about Phillips Potteries. Starts 7pm.

Every morning I compile a helpful briefing of the latest news and events for Castleford. Initially intended to help me as a local councillor, I now publish it to the public. I hope you find it useful.

Tony 

NEWS

The Prince of Wales Hospice launches annual Light up a Life appeal with support from the family of Donna Press

Leanne Clarke reports for the Wakefield Express

https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/health/the-prince-of-wales-hospice-launches-annual-light-up-a-life-appeal-with-support-from-the-family-of-donna-press-5318057


Stoptober 2025

Information for smokers who want to quit.

https://wakefield.yorkshiresmokefree.nhs.uk/


EVENTS

Events subject to change. Please check with the organiser before visiting.


Heritage Open Days in Castleford


Apart from the pottery guided walk, no booking required. All events except the Historical Society talk are free.


18th to 20th to September 9.30 am to 5.30pm (Saturday 4pm)‘Roman Castleford Uncovered’. Digital interpretation of Roman Castleford. Castleford Museum (top floor of museum / library building on Carlton Street) WF10 1BB.


Thursday 18 September 7pm to 9pm. Dave Wilders explains Phillips Pottery at Queen’s Mill, Aire Street, WF10 1JL.


Saturday 20 September 10.30am to 12.30pm. A stroll with David Pickersgill exploring Castleford’s pottery history. Meet at Queen’s Mill, Aire Street, WF10 1JL. Book a free place at https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https://www.eventbrite.com/o/queens-mill-72733484223


Saturday 20th September 2pm. Castleford Cemetery Heritage Trail guided walk. Lasts about one and half hours. Meet at the cemetery gates, Healdfield Road, WF10 4LL.


A Window into Hong Kong: Songs, Stories and Community: On Sunday, September 21, the Castleford Salvation Army will host a free event exploring the lives and culture of Hong Kong migrants.


Hollowe’en events


Pumpkin Patch. Kids can pick their own pumpkin, carve it into a spooky masterpiece, and snap a photo with seasonal scarecrow and wheelbarrow displays.

Pontefract Market – Wednesday 29 October, 10am til 3pm

Castleford Market – Thursday 30 October, 10am til 3pm


Castleford Historical Society talks


All at Trinity Church starting 7pm.  £2 charge for non-members.


Tuesday 21 October

Crime and Punishment

Speaker - Eric A Jackson


Tuesday 18 November

The Donald Prince Memorial Lecture

Made in Yorkshire

Speaker - Stuart Hartley


https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090751030505


Other events

Friday 10th October - Mental Health day. 

https://www.wakefieldfamiliestogether.co.uk/wakefield-mental-health-day-2025/


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