Tony Wallis

Castleford library - opening hours 3 November 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis of 'Talk Castleford with Tony’ More Than Books: Castleford Libraries Keep Communities Warm Good morning. Welcome to the doorstep of winter. The weather is starting with that familiar crisp edge; the kind where you reach for a scarf or a warm mug of drinking chocolate. As the nights draw in, we begin to notice the small things that make a difference: a warm room, friendly chat, a sense of belonging. While browsing today’s stories, one announcement stood out to me — Wakefield Libraries are once again taking part in this winter’s *Warm Spaces* initiative. It’s a simple idea, but one that carries real heart: offering a welcoming place for anyone who needs warmth, comfort, and company through the bitter cold months. Once again, our libraries are showing they’re far more than shelves of books. They’re about people, about community, about looking after one another. I’d love to hear your thoughts: Are you making use...

2 November 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis of 'Talk Castleford with Tony’ To leave comments on today’s briefing, sign in with Google (see below) or go to the accompanying Facebook page at  https://www.facebook.com/talk.castleford/ Tony Carrwood Road diversion Part of Carwood Road will be closed from 3 to 14 November 2025. Diversion via Park Road. Events subject to change. Please check with the organiser before visiting. Castleford Tigers Bonfire Night 5 November 2025 from 5pm. Admission prices apply. Fireworks by the the Powder Keg. Police PACT meeting. Friday, November 7, 2025 - 10:00 to Friday, November 7, 2025 - 11:00. PACT (Police and Communities Together) meeting for the Castleford & Glasshoughton ward. Castleford Library, Carlton Street, Castleford WF10 1BB. Meeting of local police with the public. https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/my-neighbourhood/wakefield/wakefield-east Free advice sessions for cost of living support.  Time: 1pm - 2:30pm 7 Nov...

1 November 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis of 'Talk Castleford with Tony’ Former Poundstretcher store to open and Chopstix opens at Juction 32. To comment on today’s briefing, sign in with Google (see below) or go to the accompanying Facebook page at  https://www.facebook.com/talk.castleford/ Tony Discount store set to open in Castleford's landmark former Poundstretcher building Tony Gardner reports in the Wakefield Express https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/politics/council/discount-store-set-to-open-in-castlefords-landmark-former-poundstretcher-building-5383693 Chopstix Continues Shopping Centre Destination Expansion with New Site Opening in Castleford https://www.hospitalityandcateringnews.com/2025/10/chopstix-continues-shopping-centre-destination-expansion-with-new-site-opening-in-castleford/ Events subject to change. Please check with the organiser before visiting. Experience Wakefield’s Autumn-Winter Planner  List of family events daily from today to 4 January 2026 now...