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Social running group

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

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Are you wanting to return to running, or looking for a supportive group to help you meet your goals? Join our fun and friendly running group and enjoy community connection whilst improving your fitness and wellbeing.

Every Wednesday our non-competitive running club meet here in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens. Led by our qualified leaders, this group is suitable for all abilities, beginners included. Come every week, or just when you can, and you will gradually build up your fitness and confidence.

Of course there’s our Long Barn café for afterwards, if you’re motivated by the thought of a cuppa and cake (aren’t we all?)

If you are a National Trust member, the running club is free; for non-members, there is a reduced admission fee of £3.25 for participants.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet outside the Long Barn café at 10.15am. The car park and welcome building open from 10am to allow enough time to park, check in and walk up to the café.

What to bring and wear

Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable shoes.

Accessibility

Please note the gardens are on a hill and the parkland has varied and uneven surfaces. Please visit our Access page for more details.

Other

While the running group meets most Wednesdays please do check event dates, and our website or social media for updates before you travel, particularly during extreme weathers.

Contact info

Business Services and Booking Enquiries

Upcoming events

Postcode Access Days 

Visitors from selected postcode areas — starting with S75 on 15th and 16th May — can enjoy free entry on our Postcode Access Days, welcoming local communities to explore Wentworth Castle Gardens for free.

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on
16 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

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
16 May to 30 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 45 other dates or times

Blossom Watch walks: Rhododendrons & Azaleas in bloom 

Bask in a blaze of pinks, purples and golds as rhododendrons and azaleas fill the gardens with colour. Join our National Collection volunteers Libby and Chris for a guided wander through Wentworth’s most vibrant corners.

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on
20 May 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30

SOLD OUT Summer hanging basket workshop 

Treat yourself or a loved one and get ready for the summer season with a fun and creative morning making a beautiful hanging basket with the Wentworth Castle Gardens team.

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on
22 May 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00