CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING 13/11/2025 - CONSERVATION AREA MEETING / WATER PROBLEMS / FORTHCOMING EVENTS

 


13 November 2025 Compiled by Tony Wallis of 'Talk Castleford with Tony’

Good morning, everyone, and thank you for joining me for today’s update. As always, it’s a pleasure to bring together the latest local news, community messages, and opportunities to get involved in shaping Castleford’s future. Our town is full of people who care deeply about where we live, and it’s that shared spirit that keeps these daily briefings lively, useful, and (most important) community-led.

This evening’s discussion about the proposed conservation area is just one example of how local voices can make a real difference. Whether you’re planning to attend the meeting or prefer to take part from home through the consultation links, your view matters. And so do your thoughts on everything else featured here—water supply updates, school announcements, heritage talks, festive events, all the little pieces of Castleford life that matter to us all.

I’d really love to hear what you think. Your comments help highlight what people are experiencing across the town; they spark ideas, help others, and even showthe way to practical solutions. If something here catches your attention, makes you smile, or raises a question, please share your thoughts. You can leave a comment directly on this blog (just sign in with Google) or join the conversation under today’s Facebook post.

Thank you, as always, for reading and for being part of our growing Talk Castleford community. Your voice shapes these conversations, and I’m looking forward to hearing from you.

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Tony




The following two messages were posted at around 8am




Message from Yorkshire Water

We're aware that some customers in WF10 may be experiencing low water pressure or no water water due to a burst pipe. We're doing everything we can to get this fixed as soon as possible. We really appreciate your patience and will keep you updated on our progress through our social media channels.


You can also track updates on our website: 

https://ow.ly/o8w250WxRXU 

Yorkshire Water Social Team


Message from Castleford Academy

“Following a water leak in Castleford overnight, 3,000 homes are without water. The academy is unaffected and open as normal. Lessons will run as planned—please contact us if you have any concerns. Thank you for your understanding.”


Wakefield Council is consulting on conservation areas in the district. At the moment Castleford has none. However,  there is a proposal to put one in part of the town centre. Further information can be found at



https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/about-the-council/consultation-and-engagement/wakefield-council-consultations/planning-policy-consultations/2025-conservation-area-review-public-consultation


The consultation survey is at


https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/WakefieldConservationAreaAppraisals2025


Public meeting at Trinity Methodist Church, Powell Street WF10 1EL 

13 November 2025. 6.15pm to 7.30pm 





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




Castleford Historical Society talk

Tuesday 18 November

The Donald Prince Memorial Lecture

Made in Yorkshire

Speaker - Stuart Hartley

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

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


Castleford Christmas Lights switch on 25th November 2025.

Activities start at 12 noon.


Castleford Local and Family History Event

Old Photographs of Castleford

Monday 4 December 2025 2pm to 3.30pm

Castleford Library, Carlton Street.






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