Wentworth Castle Gardens

Gothic folly 'Stainborough Castle' at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire

Important notice -

To avoid disappointment please book your visit to Wentworth Castle Gardens in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. If you do not book we cannot guarantee admission.

Glorious gardens, woodland and parkland, created for the privileged few and preserved for everyone to enjoy

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More about this place

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

You'll find lots of places open now - over 40 houses, 135 gardens and parks, and hundreds of coastal and countryside sites. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

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What's on

Wentworth Castle Gardens   South Yorkshire

Please book ahead before visiting

The gardens and parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens are open. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. However, where space is available on weekdays, pre-booking may not always be necessary. 

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Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Wentworth Castle Gardens (21 Sept - 27 Sept)

Sat 26 Sep 2020
10:00-10:30
Book your timed entry to visit Wentworth Castle Gardens.

Timed entry to Wentworth Castle Gardens (28 Sept - 4 Oct)

Mon 28 Sep 2020
10:00-10:30
Book your timed entry to visit Wentworth Castle Gardens.
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Things to see and do

A girl explores the fernery at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Visiting Wentworth Castle Gardens: What you need to know 

We've made some changes to keep everyone safe. This article will tell everything you need to know for your visit, including parking, facilities and accessibility round site.

Family enjoying the gardens at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Family days out at Wentworth 

Although things are a little different this year, there’s still plenty of family fun to be had at Wentworth Castle Gardens, both in the formal gardens and out in the surrounding parkland.

Children walking their dog within the grounds of Stainborough Castle

Bring your dog to Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Wentworth Castle Gardens welcomes all well-behaved dogs and their humans. We have recently introduced a dog friendly area inside the Long Barn café for those days when it's too chilly to sit outside.

An aerial view of the Victorian flower garden and Union Jack garden at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Flying high over Wentworth Castle Gardens 

To celebrate Heritage Open Days festival this year (11-20 Sept), we’re sharing with you a selection of aerial photographs of the gardens which capture stunning views and new perspectives.

Visitors explore the Rotunda at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire

Wentworth Castle Gardens information lanyard 

With acres of gardens and parkland to explore at Wentworth Castle Gardens, why not download our property lanyard and map?

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Eating

A member of staff serving a cup of coffee

Grab a bite to eat

The Long Barn Cafe is re-opening from 20 July and will initially be serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and some light snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

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History

Portrait of Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford (1672-1739)

A tale of two Wentworths 

The history of Wentworth Castle Gardens begins with a bitter family rivalry. Discover the story of Thomas Wentworth and the dispute that inspired him to create this landscape.

The sun monument and Stainborough Castle at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Political gardening at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

As you walk around this impressive landscape, you’re looking at centuries of drama and politics. But how do monuments, statues and buildings help us truly understand the history of this place?

Trainee teachers at Wentworth Castle enjoy their Christmas Ball, 1948

A house of hope 

The Wentworth Castle estate was created for the privileged few. It stood as a symbol of power and influence in the 18th century. But in the 1940s, everything changed.

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Our work

Volunteers help children in the garden

Our Partnership  

Working together with Barnsley Council and Northern College, this estate, rooted in rivalry, will now provide a space to bring people together.

Details of three portraits

Addressing the National Trust's colonial links 

Wentworth Castle Gardens, along with a number of other places and collections in our care, deals with contentious political histories. Learn more about what we are doing to be inclusive in our work and acknowledge the impact and legacies of colonialism.

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Get involved

Volunteers working in the garden at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire

Volunteer at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Volunteering opportunities at Wentworth Castle Gardens vary from indoor to outdoor roles. At the moment our volunteer recruitment is on hold. If you are interested in volunteering, please keep checking for future opportunities.

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Learning

Pupils take part in a creative writing workshop at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Learning at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Heritage sites provide unique opportunities for children to explore extraordinary spaces through immersive and enriching activities. Find out how Wentworth Castle Gardens is getting school children involved in this special site...

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