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The Friends of Clarence, Holmfield and Thornes Parks, Wakefield

The Group is independent of the Council and has set itself these aims and objectives:

To protect, create, develop and improve Clarence Park, Holmfield Park and Thornes Park as amenities for Wakefield

To encourage high standards of maintenance of the Parks and their facilities

To stimulate public interest and engender a sense of civic pride in the beauty, history and character of the Parks

To encourage wider use of the Parks by all sections of the community

24/10/2026

Don't forget that the clocks go back one hour at 2.am on Sunday 25th October. This marks the end of British Summer Time.

14/10/2026

The 2026 fireworks display will be on Saturday November 7th from 4.30-8pm in the park. The displays will be 6:00pm: Low Impact and the Firework Display [5 minutes]
then
7:30pm: Main Firework Display [15 minutes]

The Friends of CHaT Parks will have a gazebo so come along and say hello!

Come and enjoy a truly spectacular fireworks display on Saturday 7 November 2026 at Thornes Park, Wakefield!

13/10/2026

There won't be a Weeding Wednesday tomorrow (14th October) and we'll let you know how many more times we'll be holding.

07/10/2026

Today is Weeding Wednesday! Come along and help to keep the lovely flowers in the park looking their best. Please bring a trowel, gardening gloves and strong shoes and help our volunteers who work on a Wednesday afternoon, from 1-3pm.
Weeding Wednesdays will continue every Wednesday afternoon, weather permitting, throughout the summer. Any changes will be posted on the page and the website.

03/10/2026

The free traffic free cycling training for adults aged 16+ continues in October at the Athletic Stadium at Thornes Park. This is for complete beginners, people coming back to cycling or anyone needing to gain cycling confidence. Friendly and fully qualified cycling instructors
Bikes, helmets and all equipment provided (or bring your own if you prefer).

Every Wednesday at 5pm in October. To book a place go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learn-to-ride-a-bike-at-thornes-park-tickets-399437928597?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

21/09/2026

A missing cat that we have been asked to share with people using the park. Great news - he is home safe and sound.

21/09/2026

On Wednesday September 23rd there are lessons to learn to ride a bike held at the Athletic Stadium in Thornes Park.

More information about this and booking details at:

FREE! Traffic free cycling training. For Adults aged 16+

19/09/2026

A Sunday afternoon treat - brass music at the Bandstand.

This Sunday fantastic free event for all the family starts 2pm! Bring a picnic!

13/09/2026

This afternoon is the Friends of CHaT Parks guided walk in Thornes Park as part of Heritage Open Days 2026. Meet at the car park opposite the athletic stadium at 2.30pm for a walk on the paths around the park and hear about the history of the park and the people in it .

Address

Thornes Road
Wakefield
WF28QZ

Telephone

+441924314222

Website

http://www.chatparks.org.uk/

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