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
- 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
House Tours at Wentworth Castle
Take a peek inside the grand house at the centre of the estate on a select number of volunteer-led tours through Wentworth Castle, now Northern College.
Open Archives - Electricity
Look behind the scenes and hear about some of the recent research discoveries including the introduction of electricity at Wentworth Castle in the 19th century.
Beginners’ Running group
Meet like-minded people and build up your fitness in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens.
Fungi photography walk
Explore Wentworth Castle Gardens fungi and autumn colours through your own lens with our experienced volunteer photographer, Steve.