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Step Into History Walks - People Who Shaped the Parkland and Gardens

Join a gentle garden walk with volunteers and learn about the people who shaped what you see today. From marching trees crossing the landscape to delicate plants brought from the Far East and the structures they placed in the landscape.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Take a relaxed stroll and uncover the lives and ideas of the people who transformed Wentworth Castle Gardens.

From bold landscape plans to plants gathered from across the world, each story adding a new layer to what you see today. A perfect introduction to the human history woven through the estate.

The walk is approximately 1 mile and includes several stops. It will last approximately 90 minutes.

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

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The basics

Accessibility

The route follows hardstanding paths up the gardens. For more information please visit the Accessibility page of our website. To pre-book a mobility scooter please call us, or email wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk

Meeting point

Meet outside the Visitor Information Shed

What to bring and wear

Wear strong walking shoes.

Other

Dogs are welcome, but please keep on a short, fixed lead.

Contact info

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Upcoming events

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on
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on
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at 10:15 to 12:00+ 27 other dates or times

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on
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