Tower House Guest House recommends various places of interest and businesses in and around Pontefract, Yorkshire that may enhance your stay with us. Below are some descriptions and links to various sites where you can obtain more detailed information. Please note that clicking on a link will open a new browser window.
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.
Pontefract is one of the best appointed courses of its kind in the Country. The racing programme has been greatly improved in recent years and is both competitive and entertaining.
The town of Pontefract provides a fantastic backdrop to the annual Liquorice festival. In this unique historic market town with a Norman Castle, you can catch the aroma of warm liquorice emanating from the town’s sweet factories.
There has been a church here or close by since Anglo Saxon times, and it even featured in the Domesday Book survey in the year 1086. The present church was built around the 1300s, but only a few parts of that church now remain. In 1536 when Henry the 8th announced dissolution it sparked an uprising known as the Pilgrimage of Grace, many supporters went to Pontefract to establish themselves in the nearby castle.
Xscape is Yorkshires ‘Coolest’ and most unusual attraction.- the country’s biggest REAL snow slope, 2 rock climbing walls, an aerial assault course, indoor skateboard park, Laserzone, bowling, multiplex cinema,17 bars and restaurants and 10 urban retail outlets all under 1 roof.
Company Coaches are a small family run business. who have been established for over 15 years, increasing their fleet due to the popularity they have received from their customers.
Over many years they have built a reputation as experts in providing coaching for all those corporate events, with coaches ranging in size from 24 to 53 seats. Their team will be more than happy to talk you through their services.
We are proud to be listed in EasyBedandBreakfasts.co.uk which also has pages for Quality B and B Weymouth, B and B York, Bed and Breakfast Penzance and Ireland pages like B and B Westport guide
A reliable car garage in Stapleton near Pontefract, specialists in a wide range of garage services including Car Servicing, Car Repairs, Vehicle Air Conditioning, Clutch Replacements and Car Batteries, MOT services
In addition to car repair services, we also provide commercial vehicle servicing for a broad range of vehicles to customers across West Yorkshire. With a 12 month guarantee on all commercial repairs and servicing, our customers receive a reliable and comprehensive service from the outset.
Tool Supply company supplying tools to every trade.