Searching for a apartment to rent in Wakefield in the UK allows you to choose from a large variety of cultural and leisure attractions in the district. Local events, the markets and dining out are just some of the things of interest. When you start your quest to find a Wakefield property to rent, choose The Letting Company to be your rental agent. The Letting Company remains among the top experts in the industry because we not only provide excellent service to our landlord's tenants but we do so at exceptional prices. The Wakefield Markets Once you have chosen a Wakefield apartment to rent, you will have quick access to the Wakefield Markets. Within the Wakefield Market District there are 8 different separate markets to enjoy. You can spend many hours shopping for food and home décor. Some of the various food items they carry include cheese, bread, confectionary, fresh vegetables, and fish. Among the home décor offered are carpets, curtains, flowers and other decorating products. Local Events Pontefract is an ancient town located in the Wakefield district. The town is the site of the annual Pontefract Liquorice Festival - a favourite among the locals. The festival is held throughout the entire town centre including Beastfair, Salter Row, Buttercross, Market Place and Woolmarket. During the festival, you can enjoy tours through the famous Pontefract Castle as well a tour of the entire town. It makes a great family outing, or it can just be a pleasurable and leisurely activity for you to enjoy. If you stop by the family workshop you can create a mosaic of liquorice. There are other workshops as well where you can create flags and other accessories. You can watch the parade followed by live music, street dancing, and an aerial acrobatics performance. And be sure to partake of the many delicious liquorice treats or take a look at the distinctive crafts located throughout the town centre. As many as fifty stalls are available for your entertainment. Dining Out If you decide to dine out instead of preparing a home-cooked meal, you'll find that a fabulous array of international cuisines awaits you. You can choose from British, Chinese, Indian, and Italian foods. The majority of the dining spots are located at the Westgate, Northgate, Barnsley Rd. and Cross Square areas. With so many exciting local events, as well as places to shop and dine, it's no wonder so many people enjoy living in Wakefield. If you need help choosing a apartment to rent in Wakefield, feel free to call us at The Letting Company. We have years of experience, and we'll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.