Sandal Castle stands in a commanding position overlooking the River Calder, Pugneys Country Park, the city of Wakefield, and the M1.

The castle is best known for the famous Battle of Wakefield which was fought nearby in 1460 during the Wars of the Roses. Richard, Duke of York was killed in the battle.

During the English Civil War in the 1640s Sandal Castle was besieged twice by Parliamentary forces. Afterwards, it was stripped of its defences.

Remains of the 13th century stone castle and the fine motte and bailey can be seen on site. Visitors can climb to the top of the motte where they are treated to superb views of the Calder Valley.

The castle has been extensively excavated and finds can be seen in the Visitor Centre and at nearby Wakefield Museum, located at Wakefield One, Burton Street, Wakefield.

Tours of the castle grounds are available everyday the visitor centre is open (see 'Visitor Information' for details of when we're open), at 2pm and additionally at 4pm during school holidays. Tours cost £2.20 for Adults and £1.10 for children.

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