Pontefract & District
Archaeology & History Society
Looking forward…to learning more about our past
The Medieval Hermitage in Pontefract
CURRENT POSITION UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Hermitage is unfortunately not open to the public. The web page
will be updated when this situation changes.
However we do have a video of the Hermitage also below
See also Book page for the Hermitage Pamphlet
When it re-opens see below for instruction
The hermitage is open from 2-00pm until 4- 00pm. Visitors are asked to meet outside the Southgate
entrance of the Pontefract General Infirmary (adjacent to the blue plaque). All prospective visitors
are requested to wear stout shoes and carry a reliable torch. Conditions apply, and it may be
necessary to refuse admittance or even close the Hermitage.
The Society is constrained by both Health and Safety regulations, and insurance conditions.
Persons having mobility problems should check with the Hermitage Team Leader (01977 707728)
before travelling. Parties should book with the Society Visits Co- ordinator
Thankyou
Pontefract Archaeological Society (the Hermitage Team)
Professor Mick Aston from Channel 4
Time Team visiting the Hermitage