Wakefield, United Kingdom

Wakefield Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 79 thous.Elevation: 154 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°40'59"N, 1°29'47"W
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Wakefield Top Attractions

Wakefield Attractions - What to See and Explore

Wakefield offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Sandal Castle, The Hepworth Wakefield, Nostell Priory. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • sandal castle wakefield
  • the hepworth wakefield
  • nostell priory wakefield
  • wakefield cathedral
  • thornes park wakefield
  • pugneys country park wakefield
  • the stanley ferry wakefield
  • national coal mining museum for england wakefield
  • county hall wakefield
  • chantry chapel of st mary the virgin wakefield
  • theatre royal wakefield
  • st austins church wakefield
  • wakefield museum
  • heath hall wakefield
  • barnsley canal wakefield
  • kirkthorpe wakefield
  • wakefield castle
  • newland with woodhouse moor wakefield

Things to See and Do in Wakefield by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Wakefield.

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Wakefield – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Wakefield, it's worth seeing attractions such as: National Science and Media Museum (Bradford), Briggate (Leeds), Castle Howard.

  • national science and media museum bradford13 milesNW
  • briggate leeds8.1 miN
  • castle howard39 milesNE
  • cliffe castle museum keighley22 milesNW
  • harewood house leeds15 milesN

Best Time To Visit Wakefield

Learn when is the best time to travel to Wakefield weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, May and July. Most of it rains in January and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Wakefield?

What is the best time to visit Wakefield?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May and July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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