CASTLEFORD DAILY BRIEFING 25/11/2025 CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON TODAY / WHITE RIBBON DAY / NEWS / EVENTS/ SURVEYS

 


’Talk Castleford with Tony’ believes that speaking up is better than remaining silent.

25 November 2025 White Ribbon Day


Compiled by Tony Wallis of 'Talk Castleford with Tony’

Good morning, people of Castleford. Today the Christmas lights switch on and White Ribbon Day.

16 Days of Action against domestic abuse starts today, White Ribbon Day.

Unfortunately, abuse against others, especially women and girls, still occurs at various degrees within our communities. This year’s White Ribbon theme is “Stand Up”. It’s not just about expressing opposition to abuse. It’s also about making it known by action that such behavior is not acceptable. 


Most men abhor abuse against women and girls. We men need to get it across to those few that don’t that such behaviour is hurtful and will not be tolerated. 

We must also acknowledge that men and boys can be victims too so, this is about making society safe for all.

I want to see a better Castleford where people, no matter who they are, can visit public areas, travel about the town and be in their home safe from abuse, safe from intimidation, safe from bullying. I hope you agree. If you do, stand up and say so.

You can find out more about this serious topic at

https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/wespeakup

What men can do

https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/allies

You might have noticed I’ve changed the bulletin’s banner for the 16 Days of action. Spot the differences? The town crier is a woman, to show it’s not just a man’s job, and the color scheme is more orange, the colour of the 16 Days of Action.

Today, Christmas Light switch on. Looking forward to being there. The fun starts at 12 noon and after the schools close come into town to join in the family activities, including in the library activities from 3pm, arranged by staff and the Friends of Castleford Library (FOCAL).

Thanks again to the Really Useful Box company whose butterfly lights (the butterfly is its logo) make Castleford’s lights so brilliant and unique. What are your thoughts of the event? What about the lights?

You can now leave comments about items on this post on Facebook. Just visit

https://www.facebook.com/talk.castleford/

Tony

’Talk Castleford with Tony’ believes that speaking up is better than remaining silent. If you’re suffering any kind of abuse, speak up. If you witness any kind of abuse, speak up. If you think someone is being treated unfairly, speak up.


These news items are from external sources. Although I tend to avoid unreliable sources, I'm not responsible for the contents. I also avoid sources behind a paywall.


Castleford Tigers can look overseas again following Tex Hoy's confirmed departure

Tony Harber reports for the Wakefield Express

https://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/castleford-tigers-can-look-overseas-again-following-tex-hoys-confirmed-departure-5415880


Metals recycling giant Unimetals at risk of collapse threatening 650 jobs

https://hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits/west-yorkshire/news/unimetals-collapse-wy


Events subject to change. Please check with the organiser before visiting. More events are on the ‘Talk Castleford with Tony’ Facebook page.


Castleford Christmas Lights switch on 25th November 2025.

Activities start at 12 noon. Activities in the library 3pm to 6.30pm. 


Heritage Network Meeting 

25th November 2025 6pm at Trinity Church, Powell Street, Castleford. More information at 

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/castleford/castleford-methodist-church/heritage-network-meeting-castleford/2025-11-25/d-vllyqpueopgvk


ARTIST TALK: A RIVER JOURNEY WITH ANNIE HARRISON

Sat 29 Nov 2025 2pm to 3pm

Castleford Museum. 

Free - booking required

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wakefield-museums-castles/t-vvlpror


CASTLEFORD CONTINENTAL STREET MARKET

Thu 04 Dec 2025 - Sun 07 Dec 2025 10am to 6pm

Castleford Precinct


Castleford Local and Family History Event

Old Photographs of Castleford

Monday 4 December 2025 2pm to 3.30pm

Castleford Library, Carlton Street.


Christmas Fayre at Trinity Church, Powell Street

6th December 2025 10am to 1pm.


CHRISTMAS with the SALVATION ARMY
BOOTH STREET, CASTLEFORD, WF10 1SA

SUNDAY 7TH DECEMBER 2025
Christmas Toy Service
10AM

THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER 2025
Little Lights Christmas Party
9:30AM

SUNDAY 14TH DECEMBER 2025
Corps Carol Service
10AM
Christmas Nativity
5PM

TUESDAY 16TH DECEMBER 2025
Carols in Roebucks
7PM–9:30PM

SUNDAY 22ND DECEMBER 2025
Christmas Jumper Sunday
10AM
Carols by Candlelight
5PM

THURSDAY 25TH DECEMBER 2025
Christmas Day Service
10:30AM


Pop up ice rink returns

Castleford market hall 21 to 30 December 2025




A consultation on the Wakefield District Design Code Draft Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). 

The consultation is from Thursday 20 November 2025 until 5pm Wednesday 14 January 2026. Information at this link:

https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/about-the-council/consultation-and-engagement/wakefield-council-consultations/planning-policy-consultations/design-code-consultation

Castleford conservation area proposal

A proposal for a new conservation area in Castleford town centre is being looked at. The survey ends 27th November 2025. To take part, please go to

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

To see a map of the proposed area go to

https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/media/0gcbtozi/castleford-ca-map.pdf


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