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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
Check admission prices

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

Eco-warrior trail 

Explore the Gardens to learn about the eco-friendly work we do here and how you can help by becoming an eco-warrior!

Event summary

on
20 Jun to 12 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

Picnic month 

Dig into your favourite snacks with a beautiful view and discover your perfect picnic spots across the gardens and parkland.

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on
20 Jun to 30 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 10 other dates or times
Event

Orangery and walled garden tours 

A secret door in a wall. Where will it lead? This behind the scenes tour will explore the history, current work and future plans for this historically productive area which is rarely open for public view.

Event summary

on
20 Jun to 15 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

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.

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on
20 Jun to 17 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 12:45
+ 3 other dates or times