Location: Wakefield
Top Things to do in Wakefield
- 1. National Coal Mining Museum for England
- 2. Newmillerdam Country Park
- 3. Theatre Royal Wakefield
- 4. Yorkshire Sculpture Park
- 5. Nostell Priory and Parkland
- 6. Waterton Discovery Centre and Angler's Country Park
- 7. Wakefield Cathedral
- 8. The Hepworth Wakefield
- 9. Pugneys Country Park
- 10. Sandal Castle
What to do and see in Wakefield, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
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 for England
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
The National Coal Mining Museum for England is a unique place where the history of mining over several centuries is preserved both above and below ground. Meet a miner and descend 140m underground on a unique mine tour.
Reviewed By ajw46 - Forfar, United Kingdom
Exceptional revealing tour, tour guide Peter was enthusiastic, knowledgeable humorous and excellent, probably the best site tour guide I’ve ever had. Access was first class even for 97 year old FIL learn the origins of numerous commonly used sayings originating from the mining industry and the impact of mechanisation.
2 hour tour great value. 100% recommended
2. Newmillerdam Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 723 reviews
Reviewed By Alan C - Wakefield, United Kingdom
I have always enjoyed walking the woods at Newmillerdam, but the last few times have been spoiled by banging bird scarers and shooters after crow and pigeon, my collie just can’t stand the noise although my springer just ignores the bangs, anyway it’s off my list of dog walks for now!
3. Theatre Royal Wakefield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Hearts5Hibs1 - Leeds
My girlfriend & I went to see Giovanni Pernice at this venue last night. I didn't know who Giovanni was but he turned out to be a decent sort and, apparently, a stalwart of the Strictly Come Dancing TV series, something I strictly miss when...MoreThank you for your lovely comments. Please come back soon.
4. Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
As one of the world’s leading open air galleries, Yorkshire Sculpture Park is an international centre for modern and contemporary art inspired by the natural beauty of the historic 18th Century Bretton Estate.With a changing programme of Exhibitions and a dynamic line up of events and activities throughout the year, each season brings something new to discover.
Reviewed By BessieCaxton - Barnsley, United Kingdom
The heavens opened on our visit to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, so we sought refuge in the cafe. I wish we hadn't! A lot of the tables were dirty and there didn't appear to be anybody cleaning them.
Their prices are astronomical and portions are small. Not good value. Very disappointing.
5. Nostell Priory and Parkland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
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 Daz S
Great place, fantastic house, terrific Gardens and grounds. The staff at the National Trust are great and actually care. Really well kept and a lovely day out. The cafe on the other hand is terrible, 50p extra if you want soya milk instead of cow milk, when youbask why the staff say its down to National Trust, when you ask National Trust they say they don't control the cafe, 50p extra for a tiny bit of soya milk but cows milk is free? The cafe spoils the place, take a flask if you're lactose intolarant or these people will take advantage of your illness.
6. Waterton Discovery Centre and Angler's Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By Marjorie B - Wakefield, United Kingdom
The park is lovely for a gentle stroll around. Look out for the carvings, the kids can follow the trail.
It's a few weeks ago that my partner and myself were there and the lake had a pair of swans with their babies. There were people with dogs, some of which were going into the water, but they didn't bother the swans or ducks. Wouldn't have liked to be in their shoes if they had, the parent swans were so protective of their offspring and kept gathering them together. So nice to see.
There are hides where you can go and try to see which birds have arrived for a visit.
There's a nice cafe, good food and competitive prices. Outside there's a small play area for the little ones.
I thoroughly enjoyed walking around there, even though we didn't do the full circuit if the lake.
I recommend this place to anyone, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
One word of caution though. The rubbish bins at the time we went, early evening, were full to overflowing, so if you take a picnic please take your rubbish home with you. Thanks.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
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 Peter V - Amboise, France
The Cathedral has many charms, but the misericords were a real find. They were comissioned by Thomas Savile in 1482 to celebrate his marriage. They show the full earthy humour of late middle ages and it is worthwhile to take time, remove cushions, lift the quire seats, and revel in the subversive humour of the sculptor.
8. The Hepworth Wakefield
Overall Ratings
4 based on 984 reviews
The Hepworth Wakefield is Yorkshire's award-winning gallery designed by David Chipperfield Architects which opened to the public in May 2011. The UK's largest purpose-built gallery in over 50 years, we celebrate the achievements of one of Britain's most significant sculptors, Barbara Hepworth, in the city in which she was born and raised. As well as the Hepworth Family Gift, a unique collection of Hepworth's working models gifted to Wakefield through the Art Fund, the gallery also holds the collection of the former Wakefield Art Gallery. Alongside collection displays, we also present a regularly changing programme of contemporary Exhibitions by world-renowned artists as well as offering award-winning family and learning activities for all ages, a cafe bar and shop - a perfect day out for all the family. Free admission all year round.
Reviewed By Skyelott - Manchester, United Kingdom
Whether you’re a fan of Hepworth and modern art or not, you should visit this gallery at least once. The architecture and location of this gallery is awesome. Hepworth’s studio and tools are fascinating to see, as are some of the many pieces of her...MoreThank you for your great feedback. Our next Print Fair takes place from 23 to 25 March so we hope to see you there!
9. Pugneys Country Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 522 reviews
Reviewed By Chris W - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Good location for walking with short, medium or longer walks available round the lake & beyond to Sandal Castle on well maintained footpaths. Suitable for dog walkers, children on bikes/scooters, pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Good play area for children and a decent ride on model railway (Charge applies).
Functional cafe and large car park.
10. Sandal Castle
Overall Ratings
4 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By John B - Colne, United Kingdom
The last 3 reviews were about the cafe - but on a lovely New Years Day it was shut. There is little left of the castle but what there is I found interesting with good notice boards and free admission and parking.
It's on top of a small hill up which the Grand Old Duke of York marched 10,000 men. He certainly didnt do it in one go as I reckon it would be hard to fit 100 on top!. Unfortunately the stairs are dangerous and closed and with slippery slopes I decided to give up half way up (which is neither up nor down) and it was hard getting down from here at my advanced age.
Thoroughly recommended for a short visit. The Duke's memorial is nearby.
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