Historic Sites in Kirk smeaton

Adwick le Street Castle Hills

Explore the fascinating earthworks of Adwick le Street Castle Hills, a historic motte and two bailey castle near Doncaster.

The Jolly Pinder of Wakefield

Discover the charming sculpture of The Jolly Pinder, celebrating a unique piece of Wakefield's local history.

King Edward VII Memorial Wing

Discover the King Edward VII Memorial Wing in Pontefract, a significant historical landmark commemorating a royal legacy.

Magna Carta Memorial

Discover the Magna Carta Memorial in Pontefract, commemorating a pivotal moment in the history of rights and liberties.

Oakenshaw Wood Railway Footbridge

Discover Oakenshaw Wood Railway Footbridge, a historic iron structure near Wakefield, ideal for peaceful walks and railway photography.

Pontefract Buttercross

Discover Pontefract's historic Buttercross, a charming 18th-century landmark built to shelter market traders, still a vibrant focal point today.

Roman Well

St John's Colliery

Explore the poignant industrial heritage of St John's Colliery, a former coal mine offering a fascinating glimpse into Yorkshire's past.

Swinton Bridge

Discover Swinton Bridge, a historic structure dating back to 1800, crossing the picturesque Dearne & Dove Canal.

The Gascoigne Tower (Remains)

Discover the impressive Gascoigne Tower remains, a significant part of historic Pontefract Castle with its well-preserved arched masonry.

Ackworth Water Tower

Allerton Bywater Colliery Memorial

Discover the enduring legacy of coal mining at the Allerton Bywater Colliery Memorial, honouring a vital part of Yorkshire's history.

Blue Plaque: Boyhood home of Kenneth Leighton

Discover the boyhood home of acclaimed composer Kenneth Leighton in Wakefield, marked by a historic blue plaque.

Garforth Cliff Trig point

Rutland Mills

Rutland Mills is a significant historical landmark in Wakefield undergoing renovation to preserve its heritage.

Smithies Bridge

Discover Smithies Bridge, a historical landmark in Barnsley, offering a glimpse into the area's rich heritage.

The Core, Castleford

Discover The Core, a striking public art installation and landmark that serves as a vibrant focal point in Castleford's town centre.

Blue Plaque: Home of Fanny Wordsworth Stott

Discover the former home of notable Wakefield resident Fanny Wordsworth Stott, marked by a historic blue plaque.

Blue Plaque: Manor House Yard

Discover a piece of Wakefield's past at the Blue Plaque: Manor House Yard, a historical marker on Kirkgate.

Conisbrough Holy Well

Step back in time at Conisbrough Holy Well, an ancient site rich in local legend and history.