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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 gardens and the insects that make it home. Grab your spotter sheet and explore the garden with a trail that is fun for all the family.

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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 throughout the gardens. 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

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Upcoming events

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
26 Sep to 29 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 56 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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on
26 Sep 2026 to 28 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 124 other dates or times

Photography walk - Deer and seasonal colour 

Enjoy the seasonal colours as Summer turns to Autumn on this informal photography walk around some of the most scenic spots in the parkland. Look out for our resident deer and learn how to capture their best side, with volunteer Steve as your guide.

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on
26 Sep 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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on
30 Sep to 30 Dec 2026
at 10:15 to 12:00+ 13 other dates or times