Join Carole, one of our volunteer gardeners, as she talks about the plants in ourMedieval Herb Garden [https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/visit/pontefract-castle/medieval-herb-garden-blogs/].

See unusual and familiar plants in a new light.

Find out how they were used throughout history.

Discover whats in a name, and why some of those names have changed over time.

This talk takes place outside by the herb garden and is free.

FAQs

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
[email protected], or call 01924 302700 and leave a message. This number is monitored during office hours: Monday to Friday, 9 to 4. (It is not monitored at weekends and on bank holidays)

General visit and on-the-day enquiries: Contact the Pontefract Castle Gift Shop on 01977 723440 and leave a message. This number is monitored Tuesday to Sunday, 10 to 4.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have your details on the door.