Forgotten History
Pontefract Castle
Pontefract, United Kingdom
Pontefract (or Pomfret) Castle is a castle ruin in the town of Pontefract, in West Yorkshire, England. King Richard II is thought to have died there. It was the site of a series of sieges during the 17th-century English Civil War. Pontefract Castle is owned by the Duchy of Lancaster and managed by Wakefield Council.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Pontefract, United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 53.69550, -1.30394
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q1949590
What is Pontefract Castle?
Pontefract Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Prince of Wales Colliery, Fairburn Ings RSPB reserve, Kellingley Colliery, Walton Hall.
Where is Pontefract Castle?
Pontefract Castle is in Pontefract, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 53.69550, -1.30394.
How do I get to Pontefract Castle?
Pontefract Castle is at Pontefract, United Kingdom (53.69550, -1.30394). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.