Wakefield Housing Support Team

02/06/2026

31/05/2026

📣📣📣📣📣📣 FREE EVENT ALERT 📢📢📢📢📢📢

What about this for a celebration!!

Pontefract Castle will provide the backdrop for a special civic and ceremonial event, marking the 80th Anniversary of the King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infrantry (KOYLI) being awarded the Freedom of the City of Wakefield.

The evening will feature a traditional Sounding Retreat performed by The Band and Bugles of The Rifles. You will have the opportunity to experience a rare ceremonial military performance within one of the Wakefield district’s most historically significant venues.

For more info see here: https://bit.ly/43m8dog

Stay tuned for more events. Follow Wakefield Housing Support Team today!

27/05/2026

A new scheme to allow Disabled Person’s Pass holders to travel for FREE before 9:30am on buses in the Wakefield district will launch from 26 May.

For more information and to check if this applies to your service check https://ow.ly/Kt9S50Z2zkg

27/05/2026

🌟 Happening Tomorrow – Don’t Miss It! FREE Cycling Taster Event 🚲

The countdown is on, our Wheelie Good Half-Term cycling event is happening tomorrow!

Join us on Wednesday 27 May, 10am–3pm at Thornes Park Stadium for a fun, relaxed, drop-in session for children, young people, and anyone with additional needs.

✨ What to look forward to:

🚲 Two exciting cycling skills courses
💛 Inclusive bikes & equipment to try
🚲 Bring your own bike or use one of ours
🔧 Dr Bike repairs to get you road-ready
🚓 FREE bike security marking

✅ No booking needed, just turn up and get involved!

Whether you’re new to cycling or building confidence, this is a great chance to enjoy being active in a friendly, supportive environment.

📍 Tomorrow | Thornes Park Stadium | FREE | Everyone Welcome

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Wakefield Council

27/05/2026

21/05/2026

With May bank holiday and half term coming up, now is the time to plan in some activities for the family, that won't break the bank.

Wakefield Council have lots of fabulous activities planned, that your whole family can enjoy without costing a penny! 🤑🤑

Check out some ideas here below:
National Coal Mining Museum: https://bit.ly/3PRmmGY
The Hepworth Wakefield: https://bit.ly/4fAaQdn
The Art Exchange: https://bit.ly/4dHlWel
Pontefract Museum: https://bit.ly/3PAKGfZ
Family Bird Watching Walk: https://bit.ly/4doOHNY
Family Art Workshop: https://bit.ly/4tPWmtz
Wakefield Museum Hidden Nature Worlds: https://bit.ly/4wIhggP
Castleford Roman Festival: https://bit.ly/4fwAvDM
Wakefield Cathedral Free Lunchtime Concerts: https://bit.ly/4uqIeYQ

For more money saving ideas, check out our Wakefield Housing Support Team and speak to one of our friendly advisors.

21/05/2026

We want to hear from you! 🫵

Help us shape Family Hub services for children aged 5-10 on this online chat.

If you’re a parent or carer of a child aged 5 to 10, please join us online and share your thoughts on what children and families need from their Family Hub.

Your views will help shape the support, activities and services we offer, making sure they truly reflect what matters most to local families.

Take a few minutes to have your say and help us build a Family Hub that works for you and your child.

Click on the Eventbrite link in Comments to reserve your place.

20/05/2026

Join us at Castleford Library for fun half term crafts! Do some creative paper crafting and make yourself something wonderful!

- 26 May, 10:30am-11:30am and 1:30pm-2:30pm
- 28 May, 10:30am-11:30am and 1:30pm-2:30pm

Booking essential, contact the library or visit: https://www.ticketsource.com/wakefield-libraries



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20/05/2026

Our members of all ages have access to the brilliant 'Britannica Library'. Use it to learn about all sorts!

They have digitised some of the most famous primary sources in history, including the Magna Carta, Marco Polo's Travels and the Egyptian Book of the Dead.

It is easy to use, and easy to find trusted information.

Choose a level- Beginner, Junior, Student and Adult

For instructions to use, visit: https://wakefieldlibraries.wordpress.com/2024/10/09/wakefield-libraries-digital-offer-dictionaries-and-encyclopaedias/



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