Blog | Wakefield Civic Society
Wakefield Civic Society
an organisation dedicated to making Wakefield a better place in which to live, work or relax.
The Importance of Good Design: Wakefield Civic Society responds to the Farrell Review of Architecture and the Built Environment
In the week in which the Society presented its annual Design Awards, Kevin Trickett, the President of Wakefield Civic Society, called for much greater emphasis to be given to the importance of good design in all aspects of place making.
Read MoreWakefield Civic Society 2014 Design Awards Presented
In the Society's 2014 Design Awards, top prizes were presented for the interior refurbishment of Wakefield Cathedral and for the newly laid out Lawns Dike Trail at Newmiilerdam.
Read MoreWakefield Civic Society Announces its Restaurant of the Year award - one winner and four runners up!
Members of Wakefield Civic Society's Dining Club voted on their experiences of dining at 12 different establishments in 2013. At the end of the year, the Society makes an award to the one that scored the highest marks.
Read MoreWakefield Civic Society celebrates its 50th anniversary
Established in 1964, 2014 will see the Society celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Read MoreAutumn/Winter programme now available
The Society has now published details of its Autumn/Winter programme of talks and events for 2013/14.
Read MoreTalk and tour of Wakefield Cathedral
The Society's first meeting of our Autumn/Winter programme takes us to Wakefield Cathedral to see the recent changes that have been made and to hear about the future refurbishment plans. This event is open to all - members and no members. There is no charge for admission although donations to the Society are always welcome.
Read More