Welcome to Parklands

Parklands is a beautiful and serene place located in West Yorkshire. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The park is spread over a vast area and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The park has several walking trails that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can also enjoy a picnic with their family and friends in the park's lush green meadows. The park is a popular spot for birdwatchers, and visitors can spot several species of birds in their natural habitat.

Parklands is not just a park; it is a community hub that offers a range of activities for people of all ages. The park has a playground for children, where they can play and have fun. The park also has a sports field where visitors can play football, cricket, and other sports. The park hosts several events throughout the year, including music festivals, food fairs, and cultural events. The park is a popular spot for dog walkers, and visitors can often see dogs playing and running around in the park.

Parklands is a place of historical significance, and it has several landmarks that tell the story of the area's rich history. The park is home to several ancient trees that are hundreds of years old. The park also has a pond that was once used for fishing by the local community. The park's history is preserved through several plaques and monuments that are scattered throughout the park. Visitors can take a stroll through the park and learn about the area's history while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Wakefield Independent School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-17
Head Teacher
Mrs K E Caryl
Nostell Centre
Doncaster Road
Nostell
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1QG
01924865757
School Website
Sharlston Community School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Dunderdale
Hammer Lane
Sharlston Common
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1DH
1924863044
School Website
Streethouse Junior Infant And Nursery
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nikkie Wright
Whinney Lane
Streethouse
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 6DJ
01977798616
School Website
Featherstone Girnhill Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Jane Littlewood
Hardwick Road
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5JB
1977702261
School Website
Fitzwilliam Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Laura Kay
Second Avenue
Fitzwilliam
Second Avenue
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF9 5BA
1977624490
School Website
Crofton Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Paul Birdsall
Slack Lane
Crofton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1HJ
01924863981
School Website
Crofton Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Clare Holloway
High Street
Crofton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1NG
1924864711
School Website
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Phil Barnett
Nunns Lane
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5HF
01977704344
School Website
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Cathryn Hampshire
George Street
Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5BG
01977706063
School Website
Crofton Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Walker
High Street
Crofton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1NF
01924862985
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Fitzwilliam
Railway Terrace, Fitzwilliam, West Yorkshire, WF9 5DA
1.90 Miles
Featherstone
Featherstone, Featherstone, West Yorkshire, WF7 7HJ
2.79 Miles
Normanton
Lower Station Road, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 2BG
3.18 Miles
Pontefract Tanshelf
Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4QA
3.78 Miles
Sandal And Agbrigg
Agbrigg Road, Sandal, West Yorkshire, WF2 6AB
3.91 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Crofton Cars
01924 860100
733 Doncaster Rd, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1PX
0.88 Miles
Clems Cars
01924 863864
High St, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1BD
1.71 Miles
Travel R Us
01977 600234
Unit 6/7/Acton Hall Enterprise Pk/Station La, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 6EQ
1.85 Miles
Power Cars
01924 860555
75 Crossley St, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1BQ
1.98 Miles
Ackworth Kiddicare
07907 710234
7 New Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7JF
2.30 Miles
Nigels Cars
01924 898329
66 Henderson Av, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 1DQ
2.46 Miles
5 Star Taxis
01924 891111
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 1DT
2.52 Miles
Action Cars
01977 703333
Duchy Farm/Halfpenny La, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4BG
2.99 Miles
Nigel Cars
01924 891910
Queen Street, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 2DQ
3.01 Miles
Daves Travel Airport Services
01924 259242
57 Elmwood Drive, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 6LW
3.05 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wragby
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Nostell
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West Lane
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Weeland Cres
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Wakefield Road
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Sharlstone Common
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Huntwick Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Hammer Lane
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Wentworth Road
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Streethouse Po
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New Crofton Po
Weekday Last Collection:17:15
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Churchway
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Crofton Po
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Green Lane Ind Est
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Precinct
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Sharlston Medical Centre
Clifton Road
Sharlston Common
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1AF
Crofton And Sharlston Med Prac
01924 862621
Crofton/Sharlston M/Pract
Slack Lane, Crofton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 1HJ
St Thomas Road Surgery
01977 801363
St Thomas Road Surgery
St.Thomas Rd,Featherstone
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 5HE
Station Lane
01977 600381
Station Lane Medical Ctre
Station Lane
Featherstone,Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 6JL
Kinsley Health Centre
Wakefield Road
Fitzwilliam
West Yorkshire
WF9 5BP
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Local Stores

Ackworth
Barnsley Road
Moortop Ackworth
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF7 7NB
01977 619437
shop.4556@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.42 miles
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SPAR Ackworth
Ackworth Service Station
Barnsley Road
Ackworth
Ponterfract
WF7 7HY
01977 611 832
Store Website
2.4 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Chantry Vets
104 Castleford Road
Normanton
Yorkshire
WF6 2EE
01924 899988
reception@chantryvets.co.uk
Website
3.05 miles
Amenities
Client car park

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Hemsworth Vets4pets Ltd
Wakefield Road
Hemsworth
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF9 4AB
hemsworth@vets4pets.com
Website
3.33 miles
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Chantry Vets
26 Horsefair
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 1PD
01977 796 666
reception@chantryvets.co.uk
Website
4.01 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

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Castleford Vets4pets
Unit 3, Willowbridge Court
Willowbridge Lane
Castleford
West Yorkshire
WF10 5NN
01977 551 070
castleford@vets4pets.com
Website
4.12 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Dogs

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Medivet Pontefract
58 Northgate
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 1HJ
01977 600588
pontefract@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.13 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

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Cats

Dogs

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Ashfield Veterinary Group - Wakefield
Belle Isle Health Park
Portobello Road
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 5PN
01924 374 111
nurseswakefield@ashfieldvets.com
Website
4.20 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Haw Park Wood
A Beautiful Forest Walk. Starts Along A Canal, Then Opens Up Into Multiple Pathways That Can Make Either A Quick Loop Or Multiple Loops For A Longer Walk.Both Our Dogs Love It Here For The Smells, Plus Wide Pathways!
La Terrazza
The Balk
Walton
Wakefield
WF2 6QL
2.98 miles

Free Parking Outside The Waterton Park Golf Club.
Location
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mothering.reveal.intrigued
Walton Colliery Nature Park
This Is A Great Place To Walk Dogs In All Weather! There Are A Number Of Different Routes You Can Take Around The Park, There Are A Couple Of Lakes/Ponds Which Do Have Ducks/Geese But There Are Still Plenty Of Spots Where The Dogs Can Get In For A Swim. Sunday Is A Popular Day For Horse Riders So Something To Watch Out For. The Train Track Is Fenced But Best Use Caution When Walking Past To Ensure Your Dog Doesn’T Get Past.
9 The Balk
Walton
Wakefield
WF2 6JZ
3.19 miles

Free Parking Is Available Wf2 6Nb
Location
what3words
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Rabbit Ings
Rabbit Ings Is A Country Park Located On The Former Colliery Yard And Spoil Heap Of The Monkton Colliery And Then The Royston Drift Mine, Which Closed In 1989. The 64-Hectare Site, Situated Near Royston In South Yorkshire, Is Home To An Array Of Wildlife – Including Newts, Snakes And Herons.
Rabbit Ings Country Park
Shafton
4.41 miles

Location
what3words
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Newmillerdam
Newmillerdam Is A Dam Surrounded By Woods. It’S A Get Walk To Let Your Four Legged Friend Run Free After Squirrels Off Their Lead. It Does Have Parking But There Is A Cost, However It Is Not Expensive. The Dam Itself It Surrounded By A Flat Gravel Path And There’S Plenty Of Shallow Parts To The Water Where Your Dog Can Go Swimming Or Get A Drink. The Dam Is Surrounded By A Wood Where You’Ll Find Loads Of Sticks To Throw. There Are Plenty Of Different Routes To Take, You Can Do A Short Walk Just Around The Dam Or A 2 Hour Long Walk Through The Woods.
Fox &Amp; Hounds
672 Barnsley Rd
Newmillerdam
Wakefield
WF2 6QQ
4.96 miles

Location
what3words
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Pugneys Country Park
Asdale Rd
5.02 miles

Location
what3words
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Horbury Lagoon
Great Walk Especially In Summer There Is Pathway Around The Lagoons Along Side The Calder River, With Plenty Of Safe Areas For Dogs To Get Into Lagoon For A Swim. There Is Also A Grass Area Next To The Lagoon, Ideal For The Dog Run To Around &Amp; Dry Off After A Swim. If You Continue Walking Along The Calder River (Keeping It On Your Left) You’Ll Come Across A Small Dog Friendly Cafe, Which Is An Added Bonus After A Walk.
Horbury
6.72 miles

Parking Is Available Under The Railway Line. Forge Lane, Horbury, Wf4
Location
what3words
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