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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Capture the season of falling leaves, muddy puddles, and warm jumpers by coming to explore the fernery and the plants and insects that make it home. Grab your spotter sheet and explore the garden with a trail that is fun for all the family.

During October half term we will also be running bug themed craft workshops in the Blackbourn room. See our separate events listing for dates and times.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The trail is located through the fernery. All trail points are located along hard-standing paths. For more information please visit the Accessibility page of our website.

Meeting point

Pick up your free trail sheet from Visitor Reception.

Suitability for children

Suitable for all the family

Other

Dogs welcome on a short fixed length lead.

Contact info

Business Services and Booking Enquiries

Upcoming events

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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on
16 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 16 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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on
16 Oct to 29 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 36 other dates or times

Postcode Access Days 

Visitors from selected postcode areas — with S73 + S74 eligible on 16th and 17th October — can enjoy free entry on our Postcode Access Days, welcoming local communities to explore Wentworth Castle Gardens for free.

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on
16 Oct to 17 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 1 other date or time

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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on
16 Oct 2026 to 28 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 104 other dates or times