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Kaleidoscope of butterflies

Visit our new summer art installation created by local artists Jo Veal, Patrick Amber 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 artists Jo Veal, Patrick Amber 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

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Dogs welcome on a short fixed length lead.

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Upcoming events

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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!

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on
21 Jun to 12 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 21 other dates or times
Event

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
21 Jun to 25 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 126 other dates or times
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Picnic month 

Dig into your favourite snacks with a beautiful view and discover your perfect picnic spots across the gardens and parkland.

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on
21 Jun to 30 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 9 other dates or times
Event

Beginners’ Running group 

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

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on
25 Jun to 31 Dec 2025
at
10:15 to 12:00
+ 27 other dates or times