Historic Sites in Bottom Boat

The Jolly Pinder of Wakefield

Discover the charming sculpture of The Jolly Pinder, celebrating a unique piece of Wakefield's local history.

Blue Plaque: Boyhood home of Kenneth Leighton

Discover the boyhood home of acclaimed composer Kenneth Leighton in Wakefield, marked by a historic blue plaque.

Blue Plaque: Home of Fanny Wordsworth Stott

Discover the former home of notable Wakefield resident Fanny Wordsworth Stott, marked by a historic blue plaque.

Blue Plaque: Manor House Yard

Discover a piece of Wakefield's past at the Blue Plaque: Manor House Yard, a historical marker on Kirkgate.

Pippin Tunnel

Discover Pippin Tunnel, a fascinating historical landmark in Normanton, perfect for a peaceful stroll through local history.

St John's Colliery

Explore the poignant industrial heritage of St John's Colliery, a former coal mine offering a fascinating glimpse into Yorkshire's past.

Stanley Ferry Aqueduct

Discover the impressive Victorian engineering of Stanley Ferry Aqueduct, offering peaceful walks and scenic views in Wakefield.

Dame Mary Bolles Water Tower

Discover the historic Dame Mary Bolles Water Tower near Wakefield, an intriguing architectural landmark with a storied past.

Blue Plaque: Dr Crowther's Almshouses

Discover Dr Crowther's Almshouses in Wakefield, marked by a Blue Plaque commemorating its rich heritage.

Blue Plaque: John Potter

Discover the Blue Plaque commemorating John Potter at Cross Square, marking a notable piece of Wakefield's history.

Blue Plaque: Manor Bakehouse

Discover the historic Manor Bakehouse in Wakefield, commemorated by a distinctive blue plaque marking its significant past.

Blue Plaque: Wakefield Corn Exchange

Discover a piece of Wakefield's rich commercial past at the historically significant Corn Exchange, marked by a distinctive blue plaque.

Field Head Trig point

Discover the unique Field Head Trig Point, a historical surveying marker nestled in a tranquil woodland area near Wakefield.

Memorial Bench

This peaceful memorial bench offers a tranquil spot for walkers and cyclists to rest and reflect amidst the Yorkshire landscape.

Site of Altofts railway station

Discover the historical significance of the Site of Altofts railway station, a poignant reminder of Yorkshire's railway heritage.

Wakefield Cathedral

Wakefield Cenotaph

Explore the Wakefield Cenotaph, a poignant war memorial renowned for its stunning design and a captivating dragon sculpture.