Pontefract Castle Tours

Photo "Pontefract Castle" by Darren Haddock (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Darren Haddock (CC BY-SA)
You'll find yourself transported to bygone days at Pontefract Castle. Find out the secrets held between its fortified walls and learn about those who lived behind its impenetrable doors.

You'll soon learn why this Pontefract fortified complex is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for more to explore, Townclose Hills Local Nature Reserve, Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village, and Diggerland Yorkshire are in the area too. They won't take very long to reach from Pontefract Castle.

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Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
City Centre
Price was $1,178, price is now $1,117 per person
$1,117
per person
Jan 18 - Jan 20
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Leeds (LBA)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
A lovely nights stay

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
South Bank
Price was $1,267, price is now $1,175 per person
$1,175
per person
Jan 18 - Jan 20
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Leeds (LBA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,620 reviews)
Ambience! Cleanliness, staff attitude. ….excellent

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

New Holgate

New Holgate

4 out of 5
Holgate
Price was $1,286, price is now $1,204 per person
$1,204
per person
Jan 18 - Jan 20
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Leeds (LBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
The hotel was very nice, friendly staff and the room was very well set out. The bed was very comfy too.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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Fairburn Ings

You can take time to visit Fairburn Ings during your travels to Castleford. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Fairburn Ings

All Saints Church

Learn about the local history of Pontefract when you take a trip to All Saints Church. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

All Saints Church

Pontefract Town Hall

Pontefract Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Pontefract, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pontefract Town Hall

Raceway Karting

You can take time to visit Raceway Karting during your travels to Pontefract. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

Raceway Karting

Pontefract Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pontefract Museum during your trip to Pontefract. Check out the shops and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Pontefract Museum

Pontefract Swimming Pool

You can take time to visit Pontefract Swimming Pool during your travels to Pontefract. Check out the shops and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Pontefract Swimming Pool

Best Lodging Options Near Pontefract Castle

Barley Mow Hotel

Barley Mow Hotel

2.5 out of 5
22 Cornmarket Pontefract England
Barley Mow Hotel
St Pauls Court

St Pauls Court

3 out of 5
2 St Pauls Ct Pontefract England
St Pauls Court
Kings Croft Hotel

Kings Croft Hotel

3 out of 5
Wakefield Road Pontefract England
Kings Croft Hotel
Premier Inn Pontefract North

Premier Inn Pontefract North

3 out of 5
Pontefract Road Knottingley England
Premier Inn Pontefract North
Wentvale

Wentvale

3.5 out of 5
Great North Road Knottingley England
Wentvale
Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32

Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32

3 out of 5
Colarado Way Castleford England
Premier Inn Castleford Xscape - M62 J32
Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

3 out of 5
Great North Road Pontefract England
Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns
Host Stay Joffre Avenue

Host Stay Joffre Avenue

2 out of 5
Castleford England
Host Stay Joffre Avenue
Host & Stay | Joffre Avenue

Host & Stay | Joffre Avenue

Castleford England
Host & Stay | Joffre Avenue
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