Kaleidoscope of butterflies
Visit our new summer art installation created by local artist Jo Veal and our community. Inspired by The HERDS project, a groundbreaking public art and climate initiative, and our grassland habitat restoration work.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Visit our new summer art installation created by local artist Jo Veal and our community.
Inspired by The HERDS project, a groundbreaking public art and climate initiative, and our grassland habitat restoration work, the butterflies will celebrate nature as well as sparking conversations about how to care for it. Delivered in partnership with Barnsley Museums and kindly supported by Art Fund.
This year at Wentworth Castle Gardens we have planted a 20-hectare field of species rich grassland that, once established, we hope will provide a vital restored habitat for pollinators like butterflies as well as other insects, birds and animals.
After you have enjoyed the display why not take part in our eco-warriors trail and explore the Gardens to learn about the eco-friendly work we do here and how you can help. Pick up your free map from the Visitor Reception when you arrive, more information on our eco-warriors event listing.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Suitable for all the family
- Accessibility
The gardens are on an incline, a buggy is available at the Visitor Reception building to support those who need extra help. Accessible toilets are available. Please visit the access page of our website for further information. To pre-book a mobility scooter please call us, or email wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk
- Other
Dogs welcome on a short fixed length lead.
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Upcoming events
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.
Eco-warrior trail
Explore the Gardens to learn about the eco-friendly work we do here and how you can help by becoming an eco-warrior!
Grasslands butterfly workshops
Be part of creating a kaleidoscope of butterflies for our brand new summer art installation. Inspired by THE HERDS project, and our nature conservation work. Delivered in partnership with Barnsley Museums and kindly supported by Art Fund.
Beginners’ Running group
Meet like-minded people and build up your fitness in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens.