Historic Sites in Pontefract

We've collected top 10 mentioned historic sites in Pontefract from other articles such as Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do, yell.com, Fodor's Choice.

Historic Sites in Pontefract

York Minster
York Minster
4.6 (12374 ratings)4.5 (13961 ratings)
Gothic cathedral with vast stained glass windows, interactive Undercroft exhibition and tower tours.
Deangate, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
4.6 (3470 ratings)4.5 (1092 ratings)
Atmospheric, well preserved 12th-century abbey ruins with a visitor centre and tree-filled parkland.
Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMuseumSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Erasmusu
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"Kirkstall abbey is a well-preserved medieval abbey which has stunning architecture and some great ruins. It is set in parkland and it is the perfect place for a walk. There is also an outdoor deli market where you can try some delicious food, such as a hot spiced wine or a fresh stonebaked pizza, or buy an artisan gift for your friends."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"It’s not just about shops and bars, there’s plenty of beautiful outdoor places in Leeds to photograph. Make sure you take the time to head slightly out of the city centre and visit Kirkstall Abbey to wander around the old ruins and capture amazingly atmospheric photos. Time your visit for a misty day for the best photo opportunities."
Clifford's Tower, York
Clifford's Tower, York
4.2 (3127 ratings)4 (1966 ratings)
13th-century castle keep, built on a grass mound, formerly used as a prison and royal mint.
Tower St, York, YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksFortressHeritage buildingHistoric SitesObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by iknow-uk.com
York Museums
"Family friendly York Castle Museum is centrally situated near Coppergate Shopping Centre – green signs direct you to the ‘Castle Area’. Collections of Costume and Textiles, Military and Social History and a collection on York Castle’s most famous prisoner Dick Turpin, eventually hanged in 1739, all feature in exhibitions. A favourite with children, the recreated Victorian and Georgian rooms here display historic every day items from the collection of North Yorkshire country doctor John Kirk."
Mentioned by Wyld Family Travel
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"Seeing this amazing structure from the street is brilliant and free. It sits perfectly on top of its hill overlooking the city. It is almost all that remains of York Castle built by William the Conqueror and today is looked after by English Heritage"
Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam
4.6 (3473 ratings)4.5 (1012 ratings)
Grand residence standing in parkland and filled with priceless art and antiques plus a working farm.
Temple Newsam Rd, Leeds, LS15 0AE, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksEvent venueHistorical landmarkMuseumParkHistoric Sites
Abbey House Museum
Abbey House Museum
4.6 (451 ratings)4.5 (371 ratings)
Family-friendly site opening a window onto 19th-century life in Leeds with shops, houses and an inn.
Abbey Walk, Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"As this attraction was once short-listed for the Museum Family Friendly Award you can expect just that from it. It contains crafted sets, made to look like the enchanting streets, shops and houses that you would have seen during the Victorian era. You can interact with all of the actors in traditional Victorian costumes, or even sneak into a recreated model of a Victorian drinking house if you’re in need of a little rest."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in Leeds, England
"The Abbey House Museum, once the Great Gate House to Kirkstall Abbey, contains meticulously reconstructed shops and houses that evoke Victorian Leeds, plus rotating exhibitions mostly aimed at kids."
York City Walls
York City Walls
4.6 (61 ratings)4.5 (8628 ratings)
Remnants of a stonework enclosure around a rectangular fortification, erected in 71 CE.
Unnamed Road, York, YO1 7LJ, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Harewood House Trust
Harewood House Trust
4.5 (2607 ratings)4 (1132 ratings)
18th-century stately home with Robert Adam-designed interiors, priceless art and landscaped garden.
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Leeds-List
50 Must Visit Landmarks and Attractions in Leeds
"As one of the Treasure Houses of England, you know you’re in for a treat at Harewood House. The 18th century building is impressive to behold, set amongst 100 acres of beautiful landscaping, and it’s just as good inside, where you’ll find a huge collection of art, including the works of JMW Turner, Joshua Reynolds and El Greco. Wait, there’s more – they also have an adventure playground, bird garden and farm at Harewood, making this the perfect choice for family days out."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Harewood House is a grandiose 18th-century country home, set in stunning gardens – and it’s full of art. The watercolours are at the heart of their extensive collection – they have paintings by the likes of JMW Turner, Thomas Girtin and John Varley. You can also see temporary exhibitions by modern artists, works by masters of the Italian Renaissance and family portraits by the likes of Reynolds, Hopper and Lawrence."
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
4.6 (684 ratings)4.5 (609 ratings)
1350s building where merchants congregated, with a chapel & an alms house (open daily in summer).
Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD, United Kingdom
History museumSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistorical landmarkNon-profit organizationWedding venueArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by iknow-uk.com
York Museums
"Merchant Adventurers’ Hall on Fossgate is one of the finest medieval guild halls in existence. A fascinating museum also available for weddings and events (great vintage fairs take place here), the venue’s centrepiece is the Great Hall where medieval merchants once gathered. A collection on display inside includes a range of fine silver, paintings and furniture."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in York, England
"York's most impressive semi-timbered building is still owned by the fraternity that built it almost 650 years ago and it is the oldest surviving guildhall of its kind in Britain. The owner was originally a..."
York Guildhall
York Guildhall
5 (1 ratings)4.5 (10 ratings)
St Martins Courtyard, Coney St, York, YO1 9QL, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksGovernment BuildingsHistoric Sites
Cusworth Hall
Cusworth Hall
4.5 (629 ratings)
Imposing 18th-century Georgian country house museum in the landscaped Cusworth Park.
Cusworth, Doncaster, DN5 7TU, UK
BuildingMuseumsHistoric SitesHistory Museums

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Pontefract

JJ's Vish and Chips
JJ's Vish and Chips
4.7 (153 ratings)
402a Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2QD, United Kingdom
Takeout RestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Leeds-List
The Best Fish and Chips in Leeds
"Veggies don’t have to miss out on a good old fashioned chippy tea, thanks to JJ’s Vish and Chips. There’s no actual fish on the menu, instead, you can try deep-fried fillets of Tofish, made from tofu, or Vish, made from banana blossom. But that’s just the start, because they do meat-free versions of all the classics, including Sosage, Scam-pi and Fricken Nuggets."
Mentioned by Faraway Lucy
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"Chippy food can often be pretty boring when you’re veggie or vegan. You’re sort of limited to chips and a veggie burger if you’re lucky. Well, that’s about to change for you, as at JJ’s the entire menu is vegan friendly."
Fat Annie's
Fat Annie's
4.4 (51 ratings)
28-34 George St, Leeds, LS2 7HY, United Kingdom
Vegan restaurantAmerican restaurantDinerHot dog restaurantTakeout RestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by University of Leeds
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"Regrann from @theveganmcr – Texas jack hotdog @fat_annies @grubmcr #veganmanchester #vegan #vegans #plantpower #plantpowered #veganfood #veganfoodie #veganlunch #veganpower #veganlife #veganism #vegangirl #veganbreakfast #veganeats #veganlove #plantbased #plantbaseddiet. A post shared by Fat Annie's (@fat_annies) on Jul 31, 2018 at 11:34am PDT. Fat Annie’s lives in the Food Hall of the wholesome Kirkgate Market."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"When it comes to hot dogs, there’s only one place you need to visit – Fat Annie’s. They’ve been cooking up brilliant bangers since 2014 and they’re really ruddy good at it. The Classic is a locally made pork and beef dog, but if you fancy mixing it up a little you’ve got options, like The Cheese One, which is a Big Melt sausage, with pork, beef, bacon, garlic and cheese."
Zizzi
Zizzi
4 (611 ratings)
Italian chain restaurant for pizza and calzone on wooden boards, plus traditional pastas.
2 Lendal, York, YO1 8AA, United Kingdom
RestaurantGluten-free restaurantItalian restaurantPasta shopPizza restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by York Mumbler
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"Our Italian restaurant serves tasty, authentic dishes from pizza, pasta and risotto to salads and indulgent desserts – all in a uniquely designed restaurant. Our Italian menu also includes Vegan and Vegetarian options and we also offer takeaway on Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. 2 Lendal, York, YO1 8AA"
Mentioned by squaremeal.co.uk
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"Nationwide Italian chain Zizzi is not exactly the last word in cutting-edge culinary cool, but it’s been quick off the mark to introduce some hot ..." Read our full review"

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Pontefract

Spud U Like
Spud U Like
3 (48 ratings)
Leeds, LS11 8LS, United Kingdom
Fast food restaurantEnglish restaurant
Mentioned by white-rose.co.uk
Shops
Mr Fish
Mr Fish
4.6 (277 ratings)
4 Newton Ln, Doncaster, DN5 8DA, United Kingdom
Fish & chips restaurantFast food restaurantFish and chips takeawayKebab shopTakeout Restaurant
McDonald's Rotherham 2
McDonald's Rotherham 2
3.8 (1114 ratings)
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Aldwarke Ln, Doncaster Rd, Rawmarsh, Rotherham S65 3SR, United Kingdom
RestaurantFast food restaurantHamburger restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Best Bath Houses in Pontefract

Beyond Medispa
Beyond Medispa
Harvey Nichols, 107-111 Briggate, Leeds LS1 6AZ, United Kingdom
Medical spa
Body Calm
Body Calm
14 Elmwood Ln, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 8WF, United Kingdom
Massage therapistMassage spaSports club
Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa
Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa
4.4 (1217 ratings)
Polished rooms with free Wi-Fi in a modern hotel with a restaurant and an indoor pool.
1150 Century Way, Leeds, LS15 8ZB, United Kingdom
HotelConference centerGymRestaurantSpa and health clubWedding venue
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa is a stylish getaway that is well insulated and keeps the noise of the bustling city of Leeds out. The hotel creates a homely and elegant atmosphere with lush landscaping, a charming atrium courtyard where you can find fresh-baked goods, and guest rooms with neutral colours and upscale furniture. As its name suggests, this hotel offers one of the best spa and wellness treatments in Leeds with fantastic facilities such as a massive indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and fitness club."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa is a modern take on a luxury spa, just outside the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Its location is ideal for those looking for a quiet break, and with packages such as the Escape available, including a night in the hotel, full access to the spa, complimentary meals and a taster treatment, you’ll experience a little piece of heaven in the heart of Leeds. All visitors receive access to the fitness centre too."
Mentioned by The Telegraph
Hotels
"This upmarket modern hotel, close to the M1 and five miles east of central Leeds, stands out for its creative dining and its extensive health and wellbeing facilities. The latter include a large swimming pool, a well-equipped gym and high-quality treatments using ESPA and Natura Bisse products."

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