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Walk with a Gardener - Conservatory, from then to now

Have you ever wondered about the Victorian glasshouse in the centre of the Gardens? Join gardener Heidi to learn more about the history, design details and plant collections inside this beautiful building.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join gardener Heidi on a gentle stroll inside the Conservatory taking a closer look at at the layers of history in both the building design as well as the plant collections living within.

Take a tour around the world visiting the plant beds inspired by different continents, and learn about the plant hunters who brought the collections to Wentworth Castle.

Learn more about the work and objectives of the National Trust and take the opportunity to ask questions and gain ideas and advice for your own indoor spaces.

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

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet inside the Conservatory. Please allow enough time to walk approximately 800 metres uphill from the carpark.

Accessibility

The Conservatory is reached via hard standing paths along a steady incline and there are two level access entrances. Our buggy shuttle service can give you a lift if required. 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

Other

Assistance dogs only in the Conservatory.

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