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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Orienteering is a great way to get out and explore the outdoors. It doesn't 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.

With thanks to our friends at South Yorkshire Orienteers we now have 4 permanent routes to choose from with a shorter and longer choice in both the gardens and parkland. Dogs are welcome to join in the fun on a short fixed-length lead so why not bring the whole family along for an adventure?

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 our team can explain what to do before you get started. Bring a pen or pencil with you and buy your trail map on arrival.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All per map£1.00
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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, bring a grown up.

Meeting point

Buy your map from the Visitor Welcome team at the reception on arrival.

What to bring and wear

Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather.

Accessibility

Our gardens routes are suitable for pushchairs and most mobility vehicles. Parkland surfaces can be more uneven, please visit the accessibility pages of our website for more information.

Other

For more information on orienteering in the local area please visit : https://www.southyorkshireorienteers.org.uk

Contact info

Business Services and Booking Enquiries

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of Play at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

With a fairy-tale castle, secret gardens and winding wilderness paths, Wentworth Castle Gardens is the perfect setting for your Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England. Join us every day throughout the holidays.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

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.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times
Event

Teddy Zip-line 

As part of our Summer of Play, bring your teddy for a thrilling ride down Stainborough Castle.

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on
28 Jul to 18 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Archery Experience with Iron Age Archery 

As part of our Summer of Play, try your hand at archery on the play field. Who will be the first to hit the bullseye?

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on
29 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times