Wakefield is a city and district in West Yorkshire, in northern England, known for its strong cultural offer, growing economy and mix of urban centres, towns and countryside. From Wakefield city and the Five Towns of Castleford, Featherstone, Knottingley, Normanton and Pontefract, the district is a great place to live, work and invest.
From captivating history and heritage to picturesque vales, award winning art galleries/parks and fantastic food and drink, Wakefield has it all.
If you're into art, Yorkshire Sculpture Park and The Hepworth Wakefield are perfect destinations for culture vultures.
It may be an ancient cathedral city, but Wakefield has all eyes on the future regarding jobs and its economy.
Job growth is strong, supporting an economy worth an estimated £9.8 billion. With over 150,000 people in employment, there is particular focus on sectors such as wholesale, professional services and construction.
High profile companies, including Haribo UK, Wakefield-based Card Factory and CCL all help make up the top 100 companies in the area.
Combined with excellent educational hubs, including Wakefield College, the Wakefield borough is a fantastic place to live, learn, invest and progress your career.
