Forts · Yorkshire & the Humber
Battle of Chequer Field
Also known as: Battle of Chequerfield
In or near Brotherton.
Battle of Chequer Field is a fort in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Pontefract Baghill · 1.0 km
About
Battle of Chequer Field is a historic fort or fortified site in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Battle of Chequerfield. Coordinates: 53.6874°, -1.2900°.
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Place summary
The Battle of Chequer Field is a historical fort located in Yorkshire, within the unparished area of Wakefield. This site is notable for its association with a significant battle, though specific details about the event are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6874, -1.2900
- District
- Wakefield
- Parish
- Wakefield, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF8 2TE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley
- Nearest railway station
- Pontefract Baghill — 1 km
Sources
- osm: n13522611303 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Battle of Chequer Field?
- Battle of Chequer Field is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF8 2TE), in the parish of Wakefield, unparished area.
- What is Battle of Chequer Field?
- Battle of Chequer Field is a fort in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Battle of Chequer Field?
- The nearest railway station is Pontefract Baghill, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF8 2TE.
- How do I get to Battle of Chequer Field?
- The nearest railway station is Pontefract Baghill, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF8 2TE.