Castleford Map

Castleford map, view the West Yorkshire town of Castleford, located in the county of West Yorkshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Castleford West Yorkshire & Guide to the Area

Castleford Map West Yorkshire: Interactive map of Castleford, displaying the town situated in the county of West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Castleford area and a Castleford town centre map, showing Castleford Railway Station and Castleford Bus Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Castleford map are: Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village, Xscape Yorkshire, Castleford Tigers RLFC, Castleford Library, Carlton Lanes Shopping Centre, The Glassblower, The Griffin Hotel, Greggs, Costa Coffee, Iceland, B&M, Poundland, Specsavers, Yorkshire Building Society, HSBC, Barclays, Subway, Boots, The Queen's Mill, Holy Cross Church, Castleford Academy, Fairburn Ings Nature Reserve, The Junction pub, McDonald's, The Magnet Hotel, Asda, Sainsbury's, The Malt Shovel, Castleford Swimming Pool, Castleford Civic Centre, The Food Warehouse, KFC, Cooplands, Castleford Market Hall, The Railway pub, The Black Bull, Pizza GoGo, The Haribo Factory Outlet, Castleford Heritage Trust, The Tap Room, Newfield Surgery, Riverside Medical Centre, Three Lane Ends Academy, Wheldon Infant School and Nursery, Castleford Jobcentre, The Lion pub, The Tanning Lounge, Shakers Bar, The Moonlight Lounge.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Glasshoughton, Allerton Bywater, Fairburn, Airedale, Ferrybridge, Pontefract, Brotherton, Knottingley, Whitwood, Methley, Ledston, Ledsham, Ackton, Featherstone, North Featherstone, Altofts, Normanton, Fryston, Darrington, East Hardwick, Birkin, Great Preston, Kippax, Micklefield, Byram, Hillam, Burton Salmon, South Milford, Monk Fryston, Sherburn in Elmet, Methley Junction, Oulton, Swillington, Woodlesford, Rothwell, Stanley, Methley Lanes.

Castleford is a proper Yorkshire town through and through—no frills, just straight-up character and plenty of charm once you dig beneath the surface. Tucked between Leeds and Wakefield, it's got a proud industrial backbone, strong sporting roots, and a community spirit that still shows in its pubs, parks and markets. Whether it's the roar from the rugby ground or the buzz around Junction 32, there's always something ticking along in Castleford.

Historically, Castleford goes way back—right to Roman times, when it was known as Lagentium. Over the centuries, it grew into a bustling industrial hub, powered by coal mining, glassworks, and pottery. By the 20th century, it was firmly known as a working town with a tight-knit population and a love for rugby league. These days, Castleford has around 45,000 residents and still holds on to that blend of grit and community warmth. There's been some major regeneration in recent years too, giving the place a bit of a modern edge while still respecting its roots.

For days out in town, you've got a decent mix of things to do. The Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village is a big draw, packed with retail names and plenty of spots for a coffee or bite to eat. Right next door is Xscape Yorkshire, a massive indoor entertainment centre offering skiing, climbing, cinema and more—it's great for families or a rainy-day escape. On the heritage side, Fairburn Ings nature reserve is close by and a proper gem for birdwatchers and walkers alike. And if you're up for a short drive, Nostell Priory (National Trust) and Pontefract Castle (English Heritage) are well worth a visit, with lovely grounds and heaps of history to uncover.

West Yorkshire as a whole is packed with places to explore. You're not far from Leeds, with its big-city buzz, shopping arcades, art galleries and nightlife. Wakefield's got The Hepworth and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park just beyond, where art meets countryside in a proper unique way. Then there's Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Haworth, with its cobbled streets and Brontë connections. Wherever you head, you're never too far from moorland, market towns or a solid pub lunch.

Castleford's well connected for getting around. The town's railway station has regular services to Leeds, Knottingley, and beyond. You've also got good access to the M62 and A1(M), which makes getting around by car fairly painless. There are regular buses to surrounding towns, and if you're flying in, Leeds Bradford Airport is your nearest bet—just under an hour by car or reachable by train and bus with a bit of planning.

West Yorkshire blends all the best bits of city, suburb and countryside in one county. It's the kind of place where a mill town sits just down the road from rolling hills, and everyone's got a story to tell. You've got strong industrial heritage, vibrant multicultural communities, and no shortage of creativity, from theatres and street art to music and food. It's rough around the edges in places, but that's half the charm—it's real, resilient, and full of heart.

We hope you found this Castleford tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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