Walk and Write: Pontefract Castle (families, 10+)

Get creative and discover a new side to Pontefract Castle! Join us for a welcoming poetry workshop and walk.

This session has been designed for anyone aged 10+. It's perfect for families with older children, budding teen writers, or adults that are still kids at heart! All children under 16+ must be accompanied by an adult. There is also a separate adults-only workshop for ages 18+.

Get ready for WordFest! Take part in a poetry workshop with a difference. Join the Pontefract Castle team and Lindsey Marie from Black Horse Poets Society for a welcoming poetry workshop and walk. Mysterious and mythical wordcrafting awaits...

We’ll start at the bandstand with a brief introduction. We'll then head out on a walk around some different points in the castle grounds.  

At each stop you’ll be given creative prompts and encouragement to develop your own poetry and ideas.  

You’ll have the chance to share what you have written or listen to other people’s work. 

If you’ve ever wanted to get creative with words, but not sure where to start, then this is the workshop for you!

This workshop is for ages 10+.

Comments from our last Walk and Write Poetry Workshop:

“Really interesting mix of history and creativity. Hosts were both really knowledgeable and inspiring. Very enjoyable morning that will lead to more creativity! Thankyou both so much.”

“Just wanted to say thanks again to you and Lindsey for putting on such a great event. It has re-awakened the poet inside me!”

Accessibility

The walk will take place in a small loop around Pontefract Castle. Most of the route is level and we will be following the paths. Please be aware that paths and pavements can be uneven in places, with some cobbled street surfaces. There is no seating available on this walk. The walk will take place outside. Please be prepared and dress for the weather. Bring any water or food you may need. 

If you have any questions around accessibility please get in touch at museumslearning@wakefield.gov.uk

Black Horse Poets

Founded in 1998, the Black Horse Poets are a staple of the creative community in Wakefield. They have a variety of creative writers on all levels. They meet twice a month at the Red Shed in Wakefield for both Poetry and Prose meetings. They always welcome new members. Please visit their Facebook page for further information. Or, contact Secretary Colin Hollis at cvhollis98@gmail.com

Lindsey Marie

Lindsey is a fiction novelist, poet, and sketch artist. She has had work published in poetry anthologies, magazines and online. She has published one novel, 'Blackwood'. Her most recent project, ‘The Errs That Bind Us’, is a poetry and sketch work collection. It was recently displayed at the Mental Health Museum and is now available on her website. You can also check out some of her work with Wakefield Museums and Castles, Wakefield Libraries and Poetry for Mental Health anthologies.