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Pontefract Castle

Castle Chain, Pontefract, Yorkshire WF8 1QH

Tel: 01977 723440

website: www.wakefield.gov.uk

In the Middle Ages, Pontefract Castle was one of the most important fortresses in the country. It became a royal castle in 1399, upon the accession of Henry Bolinbroke to the throne. Richard II subsequently died in the castle the following year after being one of many important prisoners to lodge there. During the English Civil War it was held by the King's supporters throughout three sieges, but as a result, after 1649, it was largely demolished. The remains of the castle, and the underground magazine chamber, are open to visitors. There is also a working blacksmith on site.

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