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Sketch of the Day: HSBC Bank, Castleford, 2014

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2021-04-02

On for services to Yorkshire tourism:
Harmless Mother Shipton of d.1531
Wronged Mary Pannal of Ledston, burned alive nr in 1603
Notorious Mary Bateman, poisoner & murderer, hanged at Castle in 1809
https://t.co/E4uZOSBDiX

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2021-03-09

This week's is a statue of Mercury - messenger of the Roman Gods - chosen by Visitor Services Coordinator Stacey!
Stacey says: 'This probably came from the exterior of the bath house building in Roman Castleford, which I think is pretty amazing!'

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2020-10-30

Today’s digital jigsaw shows what we think the gates of the fort, Lagentium, may have looked like. It’s based on discoveries made during archaeological digs. ies ing
https://t.co/Y9sAugGeIe

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2020-06-25

While we're talking Celebrating Museums with this week is our online celebration of all things Roman We're sharing our Roman objects, facts of the day, articles, vlogs, jigsaws, crafts and recipes. Check out https://t.co/zVrxHqmsNj

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2020-06-23

Castleford Museum has 2 examples of Roman statue sirens – these were mythical creatures combining birds & women. Here is 1 of the siren statues & an illustration of how it may have looked when newly carved. Have a go at designing your own siren for

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2020-06-22

Need a little peace and quiet? Geoff Leathley’s exhibition has moments of calm away from the hustle and bustle of & town centres. Take some time to reflect on these tranquil local scenes. See more at https://t.co/iBii4eLL1c

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2020-05-13

Sketch of the Day: Castleford Lock on the River Aire and Calder Canal, Yorkshire, 2014

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2018-03-14

Hello from us here at and Museums - pop in, say hello and take a look around our various displays

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2017-11-21

Sketch of the Day: Christ Church United Reformed, Castleford, 2014

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2017-06-01

Northern art: "Setting the Sprag for the Pulley" 2014..Acrylic by b.1951 20 yrs down't pit

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2017-05-02

Northern art: "Boring the Stable"..Acrylic by b.1951
who spent 20 yrs down't Fryston pit.

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2017-04-30

A quick sketch of the chapel at Castleford Old Cemetery, although a bit run down it still has a degree of charm

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2016-03-22

Roman designer footwear circa 100AD – you’ve seen it here, now see it for yourself at !

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2016-01-26

Sketch of the Day: Castleford Flour Mill, Castleford, Yorkshire, 2014

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2015-09-14