Sandal Castle Stunning Views

Sandal Castle

This motte and bailey castle dates to the 12th century and over look the site of the Battle of Wakefield, fought in 1460 when Richard, Duke of York and father of the future king Richard III was killed. After the siege of 1645, the castle was demolished on the orders of Parliament. The nursery rhyme “Oh the Grand old Duke of York” dates back to these events at Sandal Castle

Finds from recent excavations and further information about Sandal Castle can be seen at Wakefield Museum

Parking and admission to the Castle is free.