Wentworth Castle Gardens

Yorkshire

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

Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3EN

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A family enjoying a summer picnic near Stainborough Castle

Free entry for National Trust members.

We accept the Max Card, giving 25% off for foster families and families of children with additional needs.

We also accept the Essential Companion card, which makes it simple to bring one or two carers or companions with you, free of charge. Just show the card when you arrive, and your carer(s) or companion(s) won’t need to pay an entry fee.

It’s in your name so you can bring whomever you like, but even if you don’t have an Essential Companion card, you can still bring carers or companions free – the card just makes it quicker and simpler for you.

If you’re not a National Trust member, you will still need to pay for your own entry.

Admission
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+) £7.20 £6.50
Child (5-17) under 5s free £3.60 £3.25
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £17.90 £16.25
Family - 1 adult £10.80 £9.75
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Adventure playground/play area
The popular play area is about 200m from the car park. It includes a large play fort, swings, a zip wire and an accessible seesaw.
Bookshop
The second-hand bookshop is spread over two floors in the Long Barn building, which also houses the café.
Café
The Long Barn Café serves hot and cold drinks, light snacks and refreshments.
Car park
For all visitors, the car park is free of charge.
Cycle parking
Dogs allowed
Dogs very welcome, but please keep them on a short lead at all times. They're also welcome in the café, though only assistance dogs are allowed in the Play Area and Conservatory.
Guided tour
Guided tours of the mansion house - which is now Northern College - are available monthly.
Guided tour - more information
Kiosk
Refreshment kiosk in the Play Area open on busy days. Check with the Welcome team for daily opening times.
Picnic area
Designated picnic area between the Long Barn Café and the playground. Wheelchair accessible seating is available.
Toilet
Toilets in the Long Barn Café and the Conservatory building.
See below for resources and information to support a more accessible visit to Wentworth Castle gardens. We also have a buggy shuttle service, which runs every day between 11am and 3pm. Sensory backpacks, containing ear defenders and sensory toys, are available to borrow from Visitor Reception. We can book a BSL interpreter for a guided walk or tour. If you'd like to discuss any arrangements we can make to meet your access needs, please email us on wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01226323070 and we'll do our best to help.
WCG Sensory trails 2025
Click here to access the full Accessibility Guide for Wentworth Castle Gardens - AccessAble.co.uk
Accessible route and/or map
The map shows a recommended route around the gardens. There is a hard-standing path from the visitor car park up to the Conservatory. Other parts of the garden are a mixture of firm and grassy paths, often sloped. There are no hard-standing paths in the parkland.
Accessible route and/or map - more information
Accessible toilet
Accessible toilets are located in the Long Barn Café and the Conservatory building.
Braille (guide or menu)
A braille guide to the property is available. Please ask at Visitor Reception or the Information Shed.
Designated parking
Blue badge spaces are in the upper left corner of the visitor car park, near to Visitor Reception. If you do not have a blue badge but would benefit from using one of these designated spaces, please speak to the Welcome team.
Drop-off point
We can arrange for you to drop off members of your party near the Visitor Reception. Please speak to the Welcome team.
Induction loop
Induction loops are available at all till points. We also have a portable induction loop available for house tours or guided walks. Please email us in advance on wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk to book this.
Large print (guide or menu)
A large print guide to the property is available. Please ask at Visitor Reception or the Information Shed.
Level access to food outlet
There's level access to the Long Barn Café from the terrace.
Lift
There is a lift to the first floor of the Long Barn building and the Reading Room. Please ask the Café team for support in operating the lift.
Powered mobility vehicle available
We have two powered mobility scooters & an all-terrain tramper available for hire, free of charge (tramper can access the parkland during the summer). Book by emailing wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk. Pick up from the Reception Building on your arrival. The team will carry out a short assessment to ensure the scooter is suitable for your needs.
Ramped access/slopes
There is ramped access to the Visitor Information Shed, located opposite the Play Area.
Seating available
There is seating throughout the gardens and parkland.
Steps/uneven terrain
There are steps down to the Conservatory terrace and up to the Azalea garden, but you will also find alternative step-free routes. Please be aware of uneven terrain around the estate. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes when you visit.
Wheelchairs available
We have two manual wheelchairs available to hire in the Long Barn Café. However, the steep and uneven paths can make it a challenge to access the whole of the gardens via wheelchair.
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Exit M1 at junction 37 towards Barnsley.
Parking: Turn into Park Drive at the cross roads in Stainborough village and follow the road. Free parking close to visitor reception and overflow on the adjacent field, weather permitting. Please note that there is no way to access the Wentworth Castle Gardens estate via public footpaths.
Sat Nav: Use postcode S75 3EN to arrive at the visitor entrance. Some SatNavs will send you to the Northern College entrance if you type in 'Wentworth Castle'.
On foot
The Wild Yorkshire Way and Trans Pennine Trail pass nearby. From Stainborough village, it is approximately 0.4 miles (0.6km) along the visitor driveway, which slopes up the hill to the gardens with glimpses through to the Palladian Bridge and the Serpentine within the parkland. Follow the signs for the pedestrian route to the visitor reception building.
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By train
Dodworth railway station is 1.5 miles (2.4km) from Wentworth Castle Gardens, while Barnsley Interchange railway station is around 3 miles (4.8km) away. Check the National Rail website for up to date timetable information.
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By bus
Services from Barnsley Interchange to Penistone, Stocksbridge and Denby Dale run along Lowe Lane. The 23a, 24, 24a, 34 and 410 services will stop on Gilroyd Lane near the Strafford Arms pub on request. This is the bus stop at the bottom of the hill in Stainborough village. From here, it is approximately 0.4 miles (0.6km) along the visitor driveway, which slopes up the hill to the gardens. Follow the signs for the pedestrian route to the visitor reception building.

NOTE: There is no access to the site from the Northern College bus stop. In addition, the no 34 bus is not accessible for wheelchair users.
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Cycling
National Route 62, the Trans-Pennine trail is around 1/4 mile from Wentworth Castle's Stainborough gateway, between Silkstone and Worsborough. From Stainborough village, it is approximately 0.4 miles (0.6km) along the visitor driveway, which slopes up the hill to the visitor car park and reception building with glimpses through to the Palladian Bridge and the Serpentine within the parkland. Cycle parking is on the right hand side of the car park, near the Visitor Reception Building.
Plan your car-free visit at Good Journey
Car-free
We hold the Good Journey Mark for welcoming car-free visitors. Travel a greener way and enjoy 25% off entry or a free hot drink for members.
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Wentworth Castle Gardens, Park Drive, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 3EN
01226323070
wentworthcastlegardens@nationaltrust.org.uk

Opening times for 30 August 2025
Asset	Opening time
Gardens	10:00 - 17:00
Parkland	10:00 - 17:00
Café	10:00 - 16:30
Car Park	10:00 - 17:00

Admission
Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)	£7.20	£6.50
Child (5-17) under 5s free	£3.60	£3.25
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)	£17.90	£16.25
Family - 1 adult	£10.80	£9.75

Family-friendly things to do at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Wentworth Castle Gardens is the perfect place for a family adventure. Explore the gardens - from the turrets of Stainborough Castle to the hiding places in the Union Jack Gardens. Try out our sensory or orienteering trails, and don't forget to call into the adventure play area before you leave.

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Visiting Wentworth Castle Gardens with your dog

Wentworth Castle Gardens is a two pawprint rated place. Take a look at our top tips for bringing your dog to Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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Accessibility at Wentworth Castle Gardens

We’ve been working hard to improve access and make Wentworth Castle Gardens a welcoming place for everyone. Discover key access information to help you plan and enjoy your visit.

Visitor using a powered mobility scooter in the Union Jack Gardens

WCG garden & parkland maps 2025

Download the property map ahead of your visit. This includes accessible routes.

Group visits to Wentworth Castle Gardens

We welcome groups of all types and sizes at Wentworth Castle Gardens, whether you’re a local community organisation, a school, a special interest group or part of a coach tour. Read on to discover how we can support your visit, then come and explore what makes this place so special.