Historic Sites in Wakefield

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Blue Plaque: Boyhood home of Kenneth Leighton - Historic Site in alverthorpe
Historic Site

Blue Plaque: Boyhood home of Kenneth Leighton

21 Denstone St, Wakefield WF1 4LD, UK
📍0.2m from the centre of Wakefield

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

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Blue Plaque: Dr Crowther's Almshouses

Wakefield WF1 1NE, UK
📍0.2m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Blue Plaque: Home of Fanny Wordsworth Stott - Historic Site in alverthorpe
Historic Site

Blue Plaque: Home of Fanny Wordsworth Stott

11 Westfield Rd, Wakefield WF1 3RB, UK
📍0.5m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Blue Plaque: John Potter - Historic Site in alverthorpe
Historic Site

Blue Plaque: John Potter

13-17 Cross Square, Wakefield WF1 1PQ, UK
📍0.1m from the centre of Wakefield

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

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Blue Plaque: Manor Bakehouse

Marygate House, 10 Marygate, Wakefield WF1 1NX, UK
📍0.1m from the centre of Wakefield

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

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Blue Plaque: Manor House Yard

24 Kirkgate, Wakefield WF1 1SP, UK
📍0m from the centre of Wakefield

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

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Blue Plaque: Pemberton House

122 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1XP, UK
📍0.3m from the centre of Wakefield

Discover Pemberton House in Wakefield, marked by a prestigious blue plaque signifying its rich historical importance.

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Blue Plaque: Site of Wakefield Cattle Market

4 Denby Dale Rd, Wakefield WF1 1JN, UK
📍0.3m from the centre of Wakefield

Discover a blue plaque commemorating the historic site of Wakefield Cattle Market, a significant part of the city's heritage.

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Blue Plaque: Wakefield Corn Exchange

Exchange House, 47 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1BW, UK
📍0.1m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Blue Plaque: West Riding House of Correction - Historic Site in wakefield
Historic Site

Blue Plaque: West Riding House of Correction

Wakefield WF2 9RF, UK
📍0.5m from the centre of Wakefield

Discover the intriguing history of the West Riding House of Correction at this notable blue plaque in Wakefield.

Dame Mary Bolles Water Tower - Historic Site in wakefield
Historic Site

Dame Mary Bolles Water Tower

Warmfield cum Heath, Wakefield WF1 5SL, UK
📍1.3m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Duke of York Monument - Monuments in wakefield
Monuments

Duke of York Monument

Wakefield WF2 7DQ, UK
📍1.4m from the centre of Wakefield

Standing proudly in Wakefield, the Duke of York Monument is a significant historical landmark, inviting visitors to reflect on its past.

Field Head Trig point - Monuments in wakefield
Monuments

Field Head Trig point

Wakefield WF1 3SN, UK
📍1.1m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Memorial Bench - Monuments in wakefield
Monuments

Memorial Bench

A655, Wakefield WF1 5TP, UK
📍2.4m from the centre of Wakefield

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

Oakenshaw Wood Railway Footbridge - Historic Site in wakefield
Historic Site

Oakenshaw Wood Railway Footbridge

Oakenshaw Ln, Walton, Crofton, Wakefield WF4 1SE, UK
📍1.8m from the centre of Wakefield

Discover Oakenshaw Wood Railway Footbridge, a historic iron structure near Wakefield, ideal for peaceful walks and railway photography.

Rutland Mills - Historic Site in wakefield
Historic Site

Rutland Mills

Bridge St, Wakefield WF1, UK
📍0.6m from the centre of Wakefield

Rutland Mills is a significant historical landmark in Wakefield undergoing renovation to preserve its heritage.

Sandal Castle - Castles in wakefield
Castles

Sandal Castle

Manygates Ln, Sandal, Wakefield WF2 7DS, UK
📍1.7m from the centre of Wakefield

Explore the evocative ruins of Sandal Castle, a historic site offering stunning views and enjoyable walks for all ages.

St John's Colliery - Historic Site in normanton
Historic Site

St John's Colliery

Warmfield cum Heath, Normanton WF6 2LB, UK
📍2.7m from the centre of Wakefield

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 - Historic Site in wakefield
Historic Site

Stanley Ferry Aqueduct

Stanley Ferry Bridge, Ferry Ln, Stanley, Wakefield WF3 4LX, UK
📍1.9m from the centre of Wakefield

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

The Jolly Pinder of Wakefield - Monuments in wakefield
Monuments

The Jolly Pinder of Wakefield

Pinderfields Rd, Wakefield WF1, UK
📍0.3m from the centre of Wakefield

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