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ICON Week 2026: Wakefield Support for Parents and Babies
Wakefield Council's Public Health team hosts ICON Week 22–23 September at The Ridings Shopping Centre. Free resources and advice on infant crying and…
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Wakefield City Centre Improvements: Streets Resurfaced, Cleaned
Wakefield Council has completed a summer programme improving the city centre with road resurfacing, deep cleaning and anti-social behaviour enforcement.
Farmer Copleys shortlisted for three family business awards
The family-run farm shop and events business near Pontefract is a finalist in agriculture, retail and leisure categories, with winners announced in November.
Get moving with new fitness equipment at Gorton Street
Kinsley residents now have free access to outdoor fitness equipment at Gorton Street, including pull-up bars, sit-up benches and leg raise stations.
Free Halloween activities and pumpkin trails announced across Wakefield district
Castleford will host a Halloween Spooktacular from 24 to 31 October, with free pumpkin trails also planned in Wakefield, Pontefract, Ossett and South Elmsall.
Wakefield welcomes the 2026 Super League Champions home
Wakefield Trinity beat Warrington Wolves 23-10 in the Super League Grand Final. Thousands lined the streets for an open-top bus parade through the city…
Wakefield Trinity bus parade: What you need to know
Wakefield Trinity celebrate Super League Grand Final win with open-top bus parade from Belle Vue to Town Hall on Saturday. Road closures in place.
Wakefield WordFest returns with free mystery-themed events this October
Libraries and partner venues will host writing workshops, performances and whodunit activities, with an Agatha Christie exhibition also planned.
Wakefield Trinity are Grand Final winners
Wakefield Trinity beat Warrington 23-10 to win their first Super League Grand Final. Wakefield is celebrating with a city parade and a free ticketed event at WX on 4 October.
More than 80 events to celebrate later life across Wakefield district
Wakefield's Time Well Spent Festival returns in October with over 80 free and low-cost events for people aged 60 and over, including discos, tours and…
'You could be legends' - inside unfancied Wakefield's rapid ascent
Wakefield Trinity reach their first Super League Grand Final against Warrington Wolves on Saturday. The club aims for its first league title since 1968.
Wakefield's over-60s festival returns with more than 80 events
The month-long Time Well Spent Festival will bring activities, learning and community events to residents across the district during October.
Residents invited to help shape the future of housing in Wakefield district
Wakefield Council launches housing survey to shape the district's Housing Plan for 2027–2030. Residents invited to share views on affordable homes and…
Pontefract Castle wins national Seeds of Change Award
Pontefract Castle has won a national Seeds of Change Award worth £10,000 to develop retail products from used coffee grounds, including heritage-inspired…
Huddersfield couple raise funds for dog Mango after spinal surgery
Ben and Ellie Gardner are raising money towards Mango's treatment and rehabilitation after the Huddersfield dog suddenly lost the use of his back legs.
Five times more support for vulnerable households
Wakefield Council increases Fuel Poverty Fund from £58,000 to £276,000, enabling 75 vulnerable households to receive fully funded heating improvements…
Council takes next steps to facilitate new homes in Castleford
Wakefield Council has appointed Development Delivery Consultancy to plan hundreds of new homes at Stansfield Road and Wheldon Road in Castleford.
Care home residents at risk of harm, watchdog finds
Brantwood Hall in Wakefield rated inadequate by the Care Quality Commission after inspectors found residents at risk of harm and lacking compassionate…
Wakefield District Heritage Celebration Event 2026
Wakefield District Heritage Celebration Event at Nostell Priory on 8 October 2026. Heritage organisations, community groups and speakers gather to share…
Children and Young People recruitment event
Wakefield Council is recruiting for roles including residential workers, youth workers and early intervention practitioners. Recruitment day on 30…