Sandal Castle is a ruined medieval castle in Sandal Magna, a suburb of the city of Wakefield in West Yorkshire, England, overlooking the River Calder. It was the site of royal intrigue and the setting for a scene in one of William Shakespeare's plays.

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1. Sandal Castle Ruins – Pugneys Country Park Lake loop from Arriva Yorkshire

4.76km

01:15

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Pugneys Country Park Lake – Sandal Castle Ruins loop from Arriva Yorkshire

3.81km

01:00

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Wakefield Chantry Chapel – Pugneys Country Park Lake loop from Wakefield Westgate

11.3km

02:57

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Location: Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Sandal Castle Ruins

1. Sandal Castle Ruins – Pugneys Country Park Lake loop from Arriva Yorkshire

2. Pugneys Country Park Lake – Sandal Castle Ruins loop from Arriva Yorkshire

3. Wakefield Chantry Chapel – Pugneys Country Park Lake loop from Wakefield Westgate

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