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at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Autumn wellness - Forest bathing 

Join us this Autumn for a tranquil and mindful hour engaging the senses in our beautiful gardens.

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2 Oct 2026
at 08:30 to 10:00

Stranger Folk Digital Adventure at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Gather your friends and family for an exciting digital adventure for imaginative folk aged 7+ to play together. This Autumn, British folklore sneaks into the real world, set against the backdrop of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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2 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 30 other dates or times

Pooch Passport Explorers 

Embrace the crunchy leaves and frosty mornings this Autumn and Winter with your pooch pal by your side. Complete your pooch passport with ten stamps to claim your reward. A paw-fect way to enjoy the great outdoors together.

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2 Oct 2026 to 28 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 118 other dates or times

Orienteering at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

We've teamed up with South Yorkshire Orienteers so you can give orienteering a go any day of the year at Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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2 Oct to 29 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 50 other dates or times

House Tours at Wentworth Castle 

Take a peek inside the grand house at the centre of the estate on a select number of volunteer-led tours through Wentworth Castle, now Northern College.

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2 Oct to 6 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 7 other dates or times

Thomas Wentworth and the Jacobites - Rebels with a Cause 

In the early 18th century, Thomas Wentworth became a secret agent for the Jacobites. Discover how Thomas shaped the landscape at Stainborough and uncover the hidden Jacobite symbolism of his political gardening at Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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3 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30

Social running group 

Meet like-minded people, make new friends, and build up your fitness in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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7 Oct to 30 Dec 2026
at 10:15 to 12:00+ 12 other dates or times

Step into history walks - Parkland Monuments 

Head out into the parkland on a friendly volunteer-led walk to learn about the way in which Thomas and William Wentworth shaped their wider estate.

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9 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:45

Natural Craft Event: Autumnal Wall Hanging 

Welcome Autumn into your home this season through creating a beautiful wall hanging using natural autumnal products.

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14 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00

Walk with a Gardener - Fungi and folklore 

Join our outdoors team for a walk round the site to explore the different fungi we have here at Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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14 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30

Little Nature Detectives 

They don’t have to be creepy or crawly - As we start to get cosy for Autumn come and discover which plants and insects make Wentworth Castle Gardens their home during the season.

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24 Oct to 22 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 23 other dates or times

Ranger Rambles at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Join the Rangers for a monthly ramble in the extensive parkland and woodlands of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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29 Oct to 25 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

SOLD OUT Meet the Deer at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

SOLD OUT Come and meet the Wentworth Castle deer in this magical experience for all the family, followed by a festive breakfast in the Long Barn café.

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5 Dec to 20 Dec 2026
at 08:30 to 10:00+ 5 other dates or times