Give Orienteering a Go
As part of our Summer of Play, we've teamed up with South Yorkshire Orienteers so you can give orienteering a go within the stunning surrounds of Wentworth Castle Gardens.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
As part of our Summer of Play, we've teamed up with South Yorkshire Orienteers so you can give orienteering a go.
Orienteering is a great way to get out and explore the outdoors. It does not matter how young, old or fit you are as you can choose the course that's right for you and run, jog or walk it at your own pace.
The aim is to navigate between control points marked on an orienteering map and decide the best route to complete the course. No experience of orienteering is necessary as someone will be on hand to explain what to do.
There are 2 pop-up courses to have a go at. You can do both if you enjoy it and have time! Please note these are different routes to our permanent orienteering courses.
If you can’t make this date, but would like to have a go at orienteering on another day, trail maps for our permanent courses can be purchased at the Visitor Reception every day of the week.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
There is level access to the conservatory terrace via the Corinthian Temple path. Both orienteering routes are step free with a mixture of hard standing and grass paths within our gardens. For more information please visit the Accessibility page of our website.
- Meeting point
Meet at the conservatory terrace. This will also be the start and end point of both courses.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for all the family
- What to bring and wear
Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather.
- Other
These sessions have been kindly supported by Barnsley Museums BMBC.
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