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Open day at St Peter the Apostle Church at WakefieldOpen day at St Peter the Apostle Church at Wakefield

A mediaeval church dating back to Norman times. The church tower has 6 bells, one of which belongs to the 14th century, originating from Kirkstall Abbey (Leeds). A Grade II* listed building with tower and bells, church hall, lower and upper churchyards. In the lower churchyard are the graves of French nuns who settled in the area during the early 19th century. The church is set in a beautiful semi-rural area, surrounded by fields, farmlands and dwellings, some dating back to the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. It is situated near to the Pennine Way and a number of public footpaths. There will be tour guides to take visitors around the church, church grounds and tower. The Church is on Kirkthorpe Lane, Wakefield WF1 5SZ.

Special Activities for Children/Families
There will be a quiz, treasure hunt, drawing competition, colouring games, accompanied trips up the bell tower and top of the tower. Plenty for the whole family to do!

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Prices


Free entry

Event details

Dates and Times
Dates Times
Sat 11 Sep 2010 12:00 to 16:00
Sun 12 Sep 2010 12:00 to 16:00
Notes Directions
From Wakefield take Doncaster Rd (A638) turn left at sign for Normanton/Castleford, then left again at sign for Heath/Kirkthorpe, follow road, church is on left.
Public Transport Details
BUS - no. 188 from Wakefield and Castleford, bus stop outside the church.
Wide path and church door for wheelchair users. No steps for church, but one low step for church hall - access via church door
   
 
 

Contact

Kevin Trickett
Mobile: 0796 7516 841
View the Open day at St Peter the Apostle Church websitewww.wakefieldcivicsociety.org.uk
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Venue

Wakefield

West Yorkshire, WF1 3BG

View the Wakefield websitewww.wakefield.gov.uk

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Map reference: SE 331210


By Road:
Located at crossroads of major road network. M62 and M1.

By Public transport:
Nearest Railway Stations: Wakefield Westgate Railway Station
Kirkgate Railway Station
Nearest Bus Station: Wakefield City Bus Station

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