Wakefield Mumbler

19/06/2026

SAVE THIS POST! There is LOADS happening... here's just a few things to tell you about!
⭐ ALL WEEKEND at Temple Newsam Estate it's the summer picnic and £5 entry per person to the HOUSE & FARM!
⭐SATURDAY - 1940s Day at the National Coal Mining Museum for England, Darrington Village Feast & Fayre, Emley Moor Motor and Steam Transport Rally
⭐ SUNDAY SPECIAL EVENTS- Colour Bomb Carnival at Glasshoughton, A Proper Yorkshire Father's Day at Pontefract Racecourse
⭐ FREE OR DISCOUNTED ENTRY for Dads at Whistlestop Valley, Gulliver's Valley Resort, Web Adventure Park, Piglets Adventure Farm, Yorkshire Wildlife Park and Stockeld Park
More details of all of these in the comments! 👇

19/06/2026

AD | Stay and Play at Crigglestone and The Castle Nursery

Come along, have fun and make friends at our brand new stay and play sessions for 0-3 year olds.

Federation of Crigglestone and The Castle Nursery Schools, Wakefield

18/06/2026

🍬🎉 AD | PONTEFRACT LIQUORICE FESTIVAL 12TH JULY 2026! 🎉🍬

Get ready for Pontefract’s annual confectionery-themed celebration, honouring the town’s famous liquorice heritage with a fantastic day of family fun, entertainment, food and community spirit!

Highlights include:
🎭 The spectacular Liquorice Parade featuring dancers, stilt walkers, a brass band and local community groups as they make their way from Pontefract Town Hall to Pontefract Castle.
🎶 Live music throughout the day on the main event stage.
🍴 A bustling food and drink market packed with delicious treats, including plenty of liquorice-inspired delights.
🍹 The Liquorice Food & Drink Trail, with local venues serving up special liquorice-themed creations all weekend long.
🌟Lots of free family activities for everyone to enjoy, including face painting and interactive storytime.

✨ Plus, discover exciting fringe events and activities taking place across the town centre throughout the festival.

Whether you're a lifelong liquorice lover or simply looking for a fantastic family day out, this is an event you won't want to miss!

For more information click here 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/event/pontefract-liquorice-festival-2026/

18/06/2026

AD| GULLIVER'S TICKETS JUST £12.50 THIS SUMMER!
We had the BEST time at Gulliver's in Matlock Bath this Spring- it was so much fun and a fabulous family day out! And on selected dates this summer, tickets to here and to Gulliver's in Rotherham are just £12.50. You can see the availability and buy tickets here 👉https://tidd.ly/4fR8Xcy

17/06/2026

🍓 Strawberry Picking Near Wakefield – Our Family Favourites! 🍓

Picking your own fruit is one of our favourite family activities – there's nothing quite like filling a punnet with juicy strawberries straight from the field, enjoying the fresh air, and making special memories together.

We've rounded up our favourite places to pick strawberries in and around Wakefield (plus a few worth travelling a little further for!). Some of our favourites include

🍓Farmer Copleys, Pontefract
🍓Redwood Farm, Ardsley Reservoir
🍓Bentley Grange, Emley
🍓Kemps in Horsforth
🍓Birchfield Family Farm, Harrogate

Whether you're planning a family day out, looking for a fun activity during the school holidays, or simply love fresh local fruit, these spots are well worth a visit.

👇 Have you visited any of our favourites? Or do you have a hidden gem we should add to our list? Let us know in the comments!

🍓 Tag someone you'd love a strawberry-picking adventure with.
❤️ Save this post for summer inspiration.
🔄 Share with friends looking for family-friendly days out.

For more information click here 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/5-places-to-pick-strawberries-around-wakefield/

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16/06/2026

AD | 🎉 Toddler Sense Wakefield Summer Classes 🎉

Looking for a fun and engaging activity for your little one this summer?

Toddler Sense Wakefield will be running exciting summer classes from the week commencing 27th July through to the week commencing 17th August.

Book a single session or save with a discounted block booking. Spaces are limited, so secure your place today and enjoy a summer full of adventure, learning, and fun!

For more information click here 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/toddler-sense-wakefield-summer-classes/

16/06/2026

AD | 🚂Number Train Wakefield 🚂

The first half term of Number Train in Wakefield has been so successful, with just one space left on a Friday, that they have already had to launch a NEW Tuesday class!!!

All new families of preschool children starting school in 2026 or 2027 are very welcome on board!

For more information and to book, click here 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/number-train/

15/06/2026

🏆Father's Day - is this Sunday 21st June!!! 🏆

There’s a lot happening this Father’s Day in and around Wakefield, with lots of places offering FREE entry for Dads and the dad figures in your lives. We’re rounded up some of the best Father’s Day Offers, Things to Do and event gift ideas for you!

Click here for more information and lots of ideas 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/fathers-day-in-wakefield/

15/06/2026

AD| CAREER PROGRESSION AND UNIVERSITY ACCESS FOR ADULTS

Returning to education as an adult can create new opportunities for university, work, apprenticeships and long-term career progression.

Across Wakefield, many adults reach a point where they want to change career, improve their qualifications, apply to university or move into a more rewarding role. For some learners, the next step is gaining Maths or English qualifications. 👇👇

Returning to education as an adult can create new opportunities for university, work, apprenticeships and long-term career progression. Across Wakefield, many adults reach a point where they want to change...Read More

15/06/2026

🌟Are you looking for a new Tuesday class or group to join with your little one? 🌟

We are so lucky to have some great classes and groups in our area.....check them out here 👉https://wakefield.mumbler.co.uk/kids/playgroups-classes/tuesday