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at Wentworth Castle Gardens

Wentopoly! 

Come and explore Wentworth Castle Gardens in our new interactive game inspired by a family favourite.

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3 Jul to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 9 other dates or times

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.

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3 Jul to 30 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 89 other dates or times

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.

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3 Jul to 4 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 11 other dates or times

Social running group 

Meet like-minded people, make new friends, and build up your fitness in the beautiful surroundings of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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8 Jul to 30 Dec 2026
at 10:15 to 12:00+ 25 other dates or times

Step Into History Walks - People Who Shaped the Parkland and Gardens 

Join a gentle garden walk with volunteers and learn about the people who shaped what you see today. From marching trees crossing the landscape to delicate plants brought from the Far East and the structures they placed in the landscape.

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8 Jul to 9 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Postcode Access Days 

Visitors from selected postcode areas — with S70 eligible on 10th and 11th July — can enjoy free entry on our Postcode Access Days, welcoming local communities to explore Wentworth Castle Gardens for free.

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10 Jul to 11 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 1 other date or time

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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10 Jul to 9 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:45+ 3 other dates or times

Summer colours and architecture photography walk 

Explore the parkland in the colours of summer and discover new ways to capture the estate’s remarkable architectural features on this guided walk.

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13 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 12:45

Open Archives - Housemaids and Jobs Below Stairs 

Look behind the scenes with our research and archive volunteers to discover the lives of the housemaids and others who worked below stairs at Wentworth Castle.

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14 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30

Orangery and walled garden tours 

A secret door in a wall. Where will it lead? Take a sneak peek in this behind the scenes tour to explore the stories and people behind this historically productive area, which is rarely open for public view.

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17 Jul to 18 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00+ 2 other dates or times

Summer of Play at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Summer of Play is back! Join us for another adventure-filled summer, every day throughout the holidays. With a fairytale castle, secret gardens and plenty of space to explore, Wentworth Castle Gardens is the perfect setting for your Summer of Play.

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18 Jul to 1 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 45 other dates or times

Football fun with Barnsley FC Community Trust 

As part of our Summer of Play, get moving and sharpen your football skills, during this informal drop-in skills session on the Play Field.

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21 Jul to 24 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Teddy Zip-line 

As part of our Summer of Play, bring your teddy for a thrilling ride down Stainborough Castle.

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22 Jul to 27 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 7 other dates or times

Soft Archery 

As part of our Summer of Play, try your hand at soft archery on the play field. Who will be the first to hit the bullseye?

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23 Jul to 20 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Puppet play drop-in crafts 

As part of our Summer of Play, join us for some family fun at our crafting drop-in sessions, inspired by our Storytelling play space.

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24 Jul to 25 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 4 other dates or times

Ranger Rambles at Wentworth Castle Gardens 

Join the Rangers for a monthly ramble in the extensive parkland and woodlands of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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29 Jul to 25 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 4 other dates or times

Build a Beast: Wind Creatures with Amazelab 

As part of our Summer of Play we are welcoming Amazelab to deliver an inspiring workshop based on the dragon who lives at Wentworth Castle Gardens! Create your very own wind activated creature and bring them to life in this fun and creative workshop.

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29 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00

Archery Experience with Iron Age Archery 

As part of our Summer of Play, try your hand at archery on the play field. Who will be the first to hit the bullseye?

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31 Jul to 28 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times

Silent Disco! 

As part of our Summer of Play, and to celebrate National Playday, join us at Stainborough Castle for a fun filled family dance experience.

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5 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00

Give Orienteering a Go 

As part of our Summer of Play, we've teamed up with South Yorkshire Orienteers so you can give orienteering a go within the stunning surrounds of Wentworth Castle Gardens.

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10 Aug to 18 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00+ 1 other date or time

Composting fun with a gardener 

Come and chat to our gardens team about how you can compost at home and try our fun waste-sorting game.

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12 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00

Story Shell with Barnsley Libraries 

As part of our Summer of Play, join the Barnsley Libraries team at Stainborough Castle for an immersive storytelling experience.

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12 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00

Outdoor theatre: As You Like It by The HandleBards 

Pedalling from venue to venue with their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.

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21 Aug 2026
at 18:30 to 20:30

Pooch play for International dog day 

Celebrate International dog day with a just for fun play session on our new agility equipment. A paw-fect way to round off our Summer of Play!

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26 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00