What to do and see in Wakefield, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

January 18, 2022 Madelene Haan

Wakefield is a city in West Yorkshire, England, on the River Calder and the eastern edge of the Pennines, which had a population of 99,251 at the 2011 census.
Restaurants in Wakefield

1. National Coal Mining Museum

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5.0 based on 3,340 reviews

National Coal Mining Museum

Explore Caphouse, a modern colliery which witnessed more than two hundred years of coal production. Hear stories directly from former-miners about their careers and understand the roles men, women, children, animals and machinery played in the operation of the mine. Then let off steam in the Adventure Playground

2. Enigma Rooms Wakefield

8-10 Teall Street First And Second Floor, Wakefield WF1 1PT England +44 1924 731489 [email protected] http://enigmarooms.co.uk
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5.0 based on 147 reviews

Enigma Rooms Wakefield

We are a 60 minute live escape experience. On arrival you will be greeted and briefed before entering the themed game room and being ‘locked in’. You and your party will then have 60 minutes to find and solve numerous theme based clues and puzzles that lead to your escape.

Reviewed By Travelingjohn123 - Peterlee, United Kingdom

Our first escape room and didn’t know what to expect. My wife loves puzzles but hates dark, scary rooms, the unexpected and frights! She was very apprehensive before we started but absolutely loved it once we figured it out and got into solving the puzzles and escaping. We both really enjoyed it and yes it is scary and frightening. We completed with 13 seconds to spare - £40 for 2 people, excellent value.

3. Nostell Priory and Parkland

Nostell Priory Nostell Priory Estate Doncaster Road, Wakefield WF4 1QE England +44 1924 863892 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nostell-priory
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4.5 based on 1,341 reviews

Nostell Priory and Parkland

18th-century architectural masterpiece with landscape park and gardens, built on the site of a medieval priory, Nostell has been the home of the Winn family for 300 years. Commissioned by Sir Rowland Winn in 1733, James Paine built the house. Later additions by Robert Adam created exceptional interiors.Visitors can explore 121 hectares (300 acres) of parkland with a range of walks and views. Gardens include lakeside walks, a newly planted orchard and an adventure playground.Inside the house, see a collection of Chippendale furniture made specially for Nostell. Paintings by Brueghel, Hogarth and Kauffmann. A John Harrison (Longitude) longcase clock and an 18th-century dolls' house. The restored Butler's Pantry is also open to view this year.Don't miss find the mouse in the 18th-century doll's house. Discover masterpieces by Chippendale, John Harrison and Brueghel. Enchanting menagerie garden, pleasure gardens and developing vegetable garden. Wear the children out on the play trail. Lose yourself in the extensive rolling parkland. Take a guided walk through the park - Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays

Reviewed By Hutworth86

Visited today with our 3 year old, absolutley stunning place and very well looked after lots to do and great for waking, even for those with walking difficulties like myself nice flat pathways, our son really enjoyed making his own little book with all the character from his favourite Julia Donaldson books, the little dolls house with roll play like activities to do for the little ones. The cafe was lovely with nice snacks and meals and takeaway hot drinks. Lovely play area especially a walk through the woods for den building was a huge hit with my son! Great for children who love exploring and the outdoors. And the staff were so friendly and helpful extremely pleasant staff which made the visit even more enjoyable! Will defiantley be back here!

4. Yorkshire Sculpture Park

West Bretton, Wakefield WF4 4LG England +44 1924 832631 [email protected] http://ysp.org.uk
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4.5 based on 4,160 reviews

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) is the UK’s leading outdoor art gallery and an international centre for modern and contemporary sculpture. It is an independent charitable trust and registered museum situated in the 18th-century Bretton Hall estate in West Yorkshire. Founded in 1977 by Executive Director Peter Murray, YSP was the first sculpture park in the UK, and is the largest of its kind in Europe, providing the only place in Europe to see Barbara Hepworth’s 'The Family of Man' in its entirety alongside a significant collection of sculpture, including bronzes by Henry Moore and site-specific works by Andy Goldsworthy, David Nash and James Turrell. YSP mounts a world-class, year-round temporary exhibitions programme including some of the world’s leading artists across six indoor galleries and 500 acres of open air. YSP also offers an outstanding learning and family programme, award-winning shops and restaurants, a varied events programme, and a beautiful setting to enjoy nature.

Reviewed By 1949etwall - Ashbourne, United Kingdom

We find this a superb destination- easily accessible, good walks, interesting sculptures and other artistic installations, quality shop and good food. In particular we have always found the other visitors courteous and considerate- probably because the visitor base is family orientated. Highly recommended.

5. Wakefield Cathedral

Northgate, Wakefield WF1 1HG England +44 1924 373923 [email protected] http://www.wakefieldcathedral.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 269 reviews

Wakefield Cathedral

For over 1000 years, people have been gathering in this holy place to offer their prayers and praise to Almighty God. As they still do every day. It’s difficult to tell from a website, but here we are located right in the centre of the city, surrounded by shops and businesses, with people passing our doors as they go about their daily life. Many of those people stop by to light a candle, say a prayer, or spend a moment of stillness and calm.

Reviewed By puffinsrok - Wakefield, United Kingdom

Great place. The cathedral cafe is open, and Covid safe, lovely open peaceful spacious place, more tables than when I last visited, looks good. The coffee & food (breakfast and lunch -they close by 4) very reasonably priced considering how nice it is. It’s the the more modern bit of the building accessed via the gateway under the trees. I think you can get to it from inside the cathedral too. Looks like the shop element is on hold in favour of creating space for the cafe - but a few souvenirs available.

6. Theatre Royal Wakefield

12 Drury Lane, Wakefield WF1 2TE England +44 1924 211311 [email protected] http://www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 266 reviews

Theatre Royal Wakefield

Reviewed By JeannieWadd

Went to see Frankie Valli story and it was an amazing evening out. The theatre is beautiful and the atmosphere was awesome with lots of audience participation. (clapping and singing) Loved the show and the whole ambience with great seats to boot. Highly recommend.

7. Newmillerdam Country Park

Barnsley Road, Wakefield WF2 6QP England +44 29 2436 9637 http://www.wakefield.gov.uk/residents/sport-and-leisure/outdoors/parks-and-countryside/parks/newmillerdam-country-park
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4.5 based on 915 reviews

Newmillerdam Country Park

Reviewed By mcmjones - Leeds, United Kingdom

We were ready for a trip out after lockdown so went to Newmillerdam Country Park. After a light lunch at the Fox and Hounds we had a lovely walk through the woodland along the edge of the lake. It wasn't too busy and Wakefield city council have made the parking free until September 2020.

8. The Rhubarb Triangle Farm Shop

Green End Farm, Carlton, Wakefield WF3 3QR England +44 113 288 7034 [email protected] http://www.therhubarbtrianglefarmshop.co.uk
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

The Rhubarb Triangle Farm Shop

Reviewed By Honeykins

I visit here very often as it’s local to me . Always stocked with fresh, inviting looking vegetables and other produce. The farm eggs are fabulous. Staff nice and helpful. Very happy with all my purchases. A bit more economical with the prices than expensive Blacker Hall without scrimping on quality .

9. Angler's Country Park

Haw Park Lane, Wakefield WF4 2EB England +44 1924 860280 [email protected] https://www.experiencewakefield.co.uk/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=1993390
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4.5 based on 222 reviews

Angler's Country Park

Anglers Country Park is a stunning public open space which comprises of a lake, wildlife, trails, woodland, adventure playground, Visitor Centre & Woodland Cafe. Park- Open 24 Hours a day. Woodland Cafe- Open 9am-4pm all week- the kitchen closes at 3pm for hot food orders. Visitor Centre- Currently Closed.

Reviewed By RMounsey - Banbury, United Kingdom

Great walk around the lake, plenty of puddles to splash in and lovely views. Car parking was free but now is only £1 for 2 hours - plenty of time to get around... even with little legs! Nice, well kept play area and outdoor seating area. The cafe was closed due to a refurb which was desperately needed. However, in the interim there is a coffee truck selling warm drinks, ice cream and snacks

10. Walton Colliery Nature Park

Shay Lane, Walton, Wakefield WF2 6PR England +44 1924 303980 http://www.wakefield.gov.uk/residents/sport-and-leisure/parks-and-countryside/parks/walton-colliery-nature-park
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Walton Colliery Nature Park

Reviewed By 0chloes - Ossett, United Kingdom

PLEASE POCK UP YOUR DOG POO! Me and my boyfriend often come to walk our dog here, when went in January it had been snowing the day before never thought it would be as icy as it was, most of the walk was skating on ice, great fun! Just be cautious... We have also brought the dog in summer, beautiful and peaceful walks, you could fetch a blanket and picnic and sit near the open water canal, it would beautiful. -I always pick my dogs poo up but a lot don’t and leave it on the path, I can understand in long grass and you can’t find it. But leaving it on the path is disrespectful and rude. If you can’t pick up after your dog you shouldn’t have one.

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