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
The basics
- 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.
- Meeting point
Buy your map from the Visitor Welcome team at the reception on arrival.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome, bring a grown up.
- What to bring and wear
Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather.
- 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
Stranger Folk Digital Adventure at Wentworth Castle Gardens
Gather your friends and family for an exciting digital adventure for imaginative folk aged 7+ to play together. This Autumn, British folklore sneaks into the real world, set against the backdrop of Wentworth Castle Gardens.
Pooch Passport Explorers
Embrace the crunchy leaves and frosty mornings this Autumn and Winter with your pooch pal by your side. Complete your pooch passport with ten stamps to claim your reward. A paw-fect way to enjoy the great outdoors together.
Social running group
Meet like-minded people, make new friends, and build up your fitness in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens.
Step into history walks - Parkland Monuments
Head out into the parkland on a friendly volunteer-led walk to learn about the way in which Thomas and William Wentworth shaped their wider estate.