SANDAL CASTLE OPEN FOR SUMMER SEASON
From the WMDC Press and Communications Office
The
summer weather may be a few weeks away yet, but Sandal Castle in Wakefield
has opened its doors in April for the summer season.
The
Visitor Centre at the Castle is now open daily from 11 am to 4:30 pm, with
an exhibition, refreshments and information for all the family. Why not pop
in over Easter and see the remains of the 13th century stone castle and the
fine motte and bailey which can be seen on site. Visitors can climb to the
top of the motte where they are treated to superb views of the Calder
Valley.
The
castle is best known for the famous Battle of Wakefield which was fought
nearby in 1460 during the Wars of the Roses. Richard, Duke of York was
killed in the battle. During the English Civil War in the 1640s Sandal
Castle was besieged twice by Parliamentary forces. Afterwards, it was
stripped of its defences.
The
castle has been extensively excavated and finds can be seen in the Visitor
Centre. Admission to the site and the Visitor Centre is free; there is also
an on-site car-park. More information 01924 - 249779.
Ref:
PR785
Date: 10/04/06
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