Things to do in Wakefield, West Yorkshire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Wakefield, West Yorkshire.
The Arts in Wakefield
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Mental Health Muesum
Welcome to the Mental Health Museum Discover and explore the history of mental health care from the early 19th Century to the present day with our remarkable collection of objects and stories. Please explore our website and join us on social media for more information …
Bagshaw Museum
Explore the world at Bagshaw Museum. A Victorian former mill owner's house set in 36 aces of parkland and ancient woodland, the museum is host to a wide range of unusual and exciting collections of collections from around the globe.
Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre
The Museum is jam-packed with stories of life in Barnsley. It’s a great place to explore our heritage and for visitors to discover our amazing borough.
M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time
The M&S Archive celebrates the role that M&S has played in people's lives since 1884. M&S is woven into the fabric of the UK, what will you discover?
Leeds City Museum
Visit Leeds Museums and Galleries across nine attractions including country houses, an industrial museum, art gallery, and city museum.
Henry Moore Institute
Middleton Railway
Step aboard and embark on a fascinating journey through time, as we take you on an enchanting ride through the heart of industrial history.
Leeds Museums Discovery Centre
Visit Leeds Museums and Galleries across nine attractions including country houses, an industrial museum, art gallery, and city museum.
The Great Outdoors in Wakefield
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Stoneycliffe Wood | YWT
Stoneycliffe Wood Nature Reserve: A stunning, semi-natural ancient woodland near Wakefield, with a meandering beck trickling through. Enjoy bluebells and ramsons in spring, breeding birds in summer, and fungi in autumn.
Stocksmoor Common | YWT
Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve: Tree pipits and linnets sing from the trees in the young woodland at Stocksmoor Common Nature Reserve near Wakefield.
Rothwell Pastures | YWT
Rothwell Pastures Nature Reserve:Based around a network of streams, meadows and a disused railway line, Rothwell Pastures has a special importance for both local history and wildlife.
Water Haigh Woodland Park | YWT
Water Haigh Woodland Park:An intimate matrix of inter-connected pockets of broadleaved woodland, pasture, hedgerow and wetland.
Carlton Marsh | YWT
Carlton Marsh Nature Reserve: A wetland nature lover’s delight and a core wildlife site of the Dearne Valley, Carlton Marsh hugs the Cudworth Dyke and is best viewed from the footpath on the old railway line running the length of the site.
Rothwell Country Park | YWT
Rothwell Country Park:A peaceful spot away from the hustle and bustle of urban West Yorkshire, offering the perfect weekend walk for families to take in the sights and sounds of nature.
Wharncliffe Woodmoor | YWT
Wharncliffe Woodmoor Nature Reserve:A reclaimed colliery site from Carlton Main, restored to grassland and broadleaved plantation. The site is well-connected into the Trans Pennine Trail for walkers riders and runners!
Barnsley Canal | YWT
Barnsley Canal – Wilthorpe:Barnsley Canal at Wilthorpe is the gateway into the Upper Dearne Valley. Industrial history and wildlife coexist in this extensive wetland habitat.
Hollinhurst Wood | YWT
Hollinhurst Wood Nature Reserve: A woodland and meadow designated as a 'Site of Geological or Ecological Importance' for the range of plants present.
Letchmire Pastures | YWT
Letchmire Pastures Nature Reserve:When the sun begins to shine and the days get longer delicate bee orchids bloom in this wild, reclaimed former colliery site.
The Lines Way | YWT
The Lines Way:Developed along a disused railway line, this reserve stretches for four miles, providing access to several wildlife sites. Hedgerows, scrub, woodland, ponds and wet woodland border the track and great-crested and smooth newts can be found in the ponds.
Music in Wakefield
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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19
Sep
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club
PorkPie Live & Pretty Green (The Jam) at Brudenell Social Club, Leeds on Friday 19th September 2025
6
Dec
Sex Pistols Exposé / Ultimate Green Day: PUNK@50 Tour Leeds
23rd August 1975 - John Lydon goes into 'Sex' boutique shop, Chelsea, London, Malcolm asks John if he wants to audition as singer for the Sex Pistols.
9
Aug
Rejuvenation Summer All Dayer 2025
Rejuvenations 12 hour ALL DAYER courtyard party Saturday 9th August from 2pm - 2AM BeaverWorks, Leeds. Old Skool, Trance & Hard House. Proper vibes
6
Sep
Rat Mode '25
Rat Pakk's annual gathering of noise, chaos and anarchy.
26
Sep
FRESHERS SECRET RAVE - Leeds
300+ Ravers - House & Disco Beats - City Centre Location - Biggest Freshers RAVE in the city
31
Oct
HALLOWEEN SECRET RAVE - Leeds
Halloween Secret Rave - 300+ Ravers - Insane DJ's - Fancy Dress - Insane Production
6
Dec
Oh What a Night: 'Tis The Seasons
OH WHAT A NIGHT Tis The Seasons takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
2
May
Oasish // Made Of Stone Roses: LEEDS inc 30 years of indie party
Voted the Best Oasis tribute, Oasish return to Leeds Irish Centre for a 5th year running, its a Double Bill to beat them all with Made Of Stone Roses
13
Dec
The Drifters
Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits.
1
Nov
Special Kinda Madness: Leeds
2 Band... 2-Tone... 1 Fantastic Night
A Specials Tribute Band and a Madness Tribute Band, all on one stage. That's Special Kinda Madness.
27
Sep
A Night to Remember Motown Show
A Night to Remember Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960's Detroit. Packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time.
Wildlife in Wakefield
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
Wildlife within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Owl Wood and Pit Plantation | YWT
Owl Wood and Pit Plantation:home to roosting bats, these two connected woods are dominated by oak, sycamore and silver birch and beautiful bluebells and snowdrops spring forth early in the season.
Littleworth Park | YWT
Littleworth Park: A wild place that never ceases to surprise. Surrounded by housing, nature is taking back control of this former colliery spoil heap and landfill site and it is quickly reverting to lowland heath and grassland with stunning blooms of heather and wildflowers.
Dearne Valley Country Park | YWT
Dearne Valley Country Park: A wildlife haven is less than a mile from Barnsley Town Centre. At the heart of the Park is the River Dearne, now so full of life that this is one of the best places to see kingfishers in the Valley at any time of year.
Barnsley Main | YWT
Barnsley Main: A rolling green, grassland surrounded by a fringe of woodland that was once the black spoil heap of the Oaks Colliery pit head that still stands on Oaks Lane.
Townclose Hills | YWT
Townclose Hills Nature Reserve: This Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) near Leeds gives a stunning show of wildflowers, thanks to its magnesian limestone soil.
Kippax Meadows | YWT
Kippax Meadows Nature Reserve:Tucked away, this green oasis is readily accessible and ideal for enjoying fresh air and exercise.
Ledston Luck | YWT
Ledston Luck Nature Reserve:A hidden paradise, on entry this once industrial site bursts forth with wildflowers and butterflies.
Sport in Wakefield
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
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Pontefract and District Golf Club
Pontefract & District Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland golf course located close to the town centre of Pontefract in West Yorkshire.
History and Heritage in Wakefield
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Monk Bretton Priory | English Heritage
The substantial ruins of a Cluniac monastery, with an unusually well-marked ground plan, an almost complete west range and a 15th-century gatehouse.
Thrill Seeking in Wakefield
For adrenaline junkies, dive into heart-pounding activities like zip-lining, bungee jumping, and more"
Thrill seeking within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Go Ape - Treetop Adventure
Ready for an adventure in Leeds? Go Ape Temple Newsam has three high ropes courses for adventurers of all ages and thrill levels. Including zip wires and The Plummet!
Food and Drink in Wakefield
Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.
Food and drink within 10 miles of Wakefield.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Wakefield
Thornes
East Moor
Agbrigg
Belle Vue
Calder
Flanshaw
Newton Hill
Portobello
Sandal
Alverthorpe
Heath Common
Lupset
Snow Hill
Sandal Magna
Woolgreaves
Kirkthorpe
Milnthorpe
Outwood
Wrenthorpe
Stanley Ferry
Durkar
Warmfield
Goosehill
Osset Spa
Brandy Carr
Beck Bottom
Horbury Junction
Great Cliff
Calder Grove
Lofthouse Gate
Pledwick
Newmillerdam
Kettlethorpe
Kirkhamgate
Horbury
Ossett
Shepherd Hill
Stanley
Flushdyke
Lodge Hill
South Ossett
Carr Gate
Bottom Boat
Lawns
Hall Green
Overtown
Chapelthorpe
Crigglestone
Painthorpe
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