Ilbert's Dragon Tales - Wakefield Museums and Castles

Changes to vehicle access

From 28 Aug to 27 Nov 2026 there will be no vehicle access up to the main entrance at Pontefract Castle. Our free car park behind the castle will remain open. For more information, see 'Changes to vehicle access' on the plan your visit page.

The Ilbert the Dragon puppet in the medieval herb garden

Ilbert's Dragon Tales

Wed 2 September 2026 - Wed 2 December 2026, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

The next occurrence is Wed 7 October 2026

Pontefract Castle

Join Ilbert the Dragon at Pontefract Castle for a fun afternoon of storytelling and hands-on play. 

Each month help Ilbert and his storyteller bring their books to life. There's music, props and actions.

Then you can get stuck in with activities, crafts, games and rhymes. 

These sessions are a great way to spend time together and discover new ways of learning with your child! 

Wednesday 2 September – Cooking at the castle

Get mixing and making with Ilbert! Create a fun fairytale craft to take home.

Wednesday 7 October - Autumn adventures

Join Ilbert to explore the changes and colours in nature this autumn.

Wednesday 4 November - Bright lights and bonfires

Ilbert is getting all fired up for Bonfire Night! Play with lights and colours.

Wednesday 2 December - Winter magic

Winter is a magical time of year! Join Ilbert for a fun festive theme in the run up to Christmas.

You can also do these sessions as part of 50 Things to do before you’re 5. Take part and tick off #40 Happy History, #6 Rhyme Time, #7 Making Music and lots more!

2 September 2026 - Wed 2 December 2026

1:30pm - 2:30pm

Pontefract Castle

Activity Zone

£3 per child, accompanying adults free. Booking required.

Toddlers aged 2 to 5 and their grown-ups

Book Ilbert's Dragon Tales Plan your visit

Contact information

Pontefract Castle, Castle Chain, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 1QH Car Park: WF8 2JF

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