Wentworth Castle Gardens

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

Important notice -

We’re re-opening the gardens and parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens. You will need to book your visit in advance. Check What’s On for the latest information and to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking.

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

More about this place

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

We’ve opened more than 130 gardens and parks in England, Wales and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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Wentworth Castle Gardens

What's on

Wentworth Castle Gardens   South Yorkshire

Please book ahead before visiting

The garden, parkland and toilets at Wentworth Castle Gardens will reopen from Monday 15 June and you’ll need to book tickets before you visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday from 12 June. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

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Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Wentworth Castle Gardens (13 July - 19 July)

Tue 14 Jul 2020
10:00-10:30
Book your timed entry to visit Wentworth Castle Gardens.
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Wentworth Castle Gardens

Things to see and do

Visitors explore the Rotunda at Wentworth Castle, South Yorkshire

Wentworth Castle Gardens information lanyard 

With acres of gardens and parkland to explore, why not download our information lanyard of the Wentworth Castle Gardens site.

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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.

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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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