Friday 19 & Saturday 20 September, 10.00am-5.00pm

Once again, we're participating in Heritage Open Days where, this year, you can come and explore our fifty acres of Gardens free of charge!

Families and garden-lovers alike can enjoy a day in the Wentworth Woodhouse Gardens and discover many hidden delights, from the sweeping views from the Ha-Ha and South Terrace to the wildflower meadow – so much awaits. The Forest of Bewilderment natural play area is a haven for little explorers and their families with plenty of natural play areas to enjoy, and well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome to join in the family fun.

Adults: Free
Child (Under 16): Free
Accompanying Carer: Free

Please note, tickets must be pre-booked in advance.

Make the Most of Your Visit!

Why not make a day of it by including Afternoon Tea in the Long Gallery, lunch at The Camellia House.

(Extra charges may apply).

Accessibility

The Gardens here at Wentworth Woodhouse are fully accessible, as well as the ground floor of the House which includes the location of the Butler’s Pantry Café and Gift Shop.

Dogs are allowed in the Gardens and are to be kept on leads at all times.  

Assistance dogs are welcome throughout.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

Remember, any money made from our general admission goes straight into the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust and contributes towards the restoration of this magnificent House & Gardens.

• Date | Saturday 30 August 2025
• Time | 11am-5pm
• Booking | Essential 

Prices

• Adult (17+) | £12.50
• Child (5-17) | £7.00
• Infant (0-4) | Free 
• Concession (Student, Senior Citizen) | £7.00
• Family Ticket | £30.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free
• National Trust Members* | 25% discount | 

Roll up, roll up! Welcome to the House of Fun! Join us as we return circus to the Gardens at Wentworth Woodhouse, inspired by real-life Garden parties of the past. 

Fun for all the family including live circus acrobatic performances; daredevil high-wire stunts and hands-on activities in our Workshop Village.

Includes:

• Live Circus Shows and Workshops with Let’s Circus
• Daredevil high-wire performances with world renowned performer Chris Bullzini
• Walk-a-bout performances
• Workshop village featuring craft and activity tents
• Thorpe Hesley Brass Band
• Funfair games and sideshows

Delivered in collaboration with FLUX Rotherham and Children's Capital of Culture.  

Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Additonal Information 

• There is no access to the Gardens before 11am
• Ticket cost includes admission to the gardens however does not include access to the House.  This can be purchased separately.
• Dogs are welcome to attend WE Wonder but there is no access to dogs in big top or workshop village (unless assistance dogs). Dogs must be kept on a lead.
• Performances take place throughout the day at staggered performance times. 
• Activities are aimed at those aged 5 years & over.
• To ensure everybody's enjoyment of the event, visitors are requested not to bring alcohol on to the site. Glass and knives are also not permitted on site. Please also note that bag searches will be in operation.
• Event organisers reserve the right to refuse admission or to eject a ticket holder for behaviour which The Management considers inappropriate or unacceptable. Anyone found to be partaking in anti-social behaviour, undertaking actions that may cause harm and distress to others, or actions that may lead to the compromising the event in any way will be ejected from the site
• Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a paying parent or guardian over the age of 18 at all times. 
• * discounts not applicable to members of the National Trust for Scotland.
• Terms & Conditions apply 

Join us for an evening with ecological consultant and bat specialist, Greg Slack, for an illustrated talk and guided walk in the Gardens here at Wentworth Woodhouse. Explore the grounds at dusk to search for and identify the range of species usually found here and learn first-hand all about these fascinating creatures.

• Adult: £25.00
• Child: £15.00
• Carer: Free

Accessibility

The Gardens here at Wentworth Woodhouse are fully accessible which includes the location for this event.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

Remember, any money made from our events goes straight into the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust and contributes towards the restoration of this magnificent house and gardens.

Various Dates Throughout Summer, 9.00am-12.00pm

As part of our continued fundraising efforts, we’ll be hosting a Car Boot Sale on the East Front Lawn once a month throughout the summer! Join us and sell any unwanted treasures whilst enjoying a full day of community spirit, raising crucial funds for this magnificent House & Gardens.

Dates:

• Sunday 11th May

• Sunday 1st June

• Sunday 29th June

• Sunday 24th August

• Sunday 28th September

Sellers Car Pitch

Arrival: 8.00am
Price: £15.00 per pitch

Day Visitor

Arrival: 9.00am
Price: £2.00 per person
All day passes are available to purchase on arrival. Please note, this is a cash only event.

Accessibility

This event is physically accessible and will be situated on the East Front Lawn.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

All funds raised goes straight into the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust and contributes towards the restoration of this magnificent House & Gardens.

23 October 2025

2pm until 3.30pm

• Adult (17+) | £15.00
• Accompnaying Carer | Free

Join our Collections Team to explore objects and documents from the Wentworth Woodhouse archive.   Find out about stories contained in the archives, how we care for our archive and see never before displayed items.

The session will include:

• The opportunity for supervised hands-on access to archival items
• Unlocking stories from the Wentworth Woodhouse archive
• Tips on how to look after your at-home archival collections

A hot drink is provided upon arrival.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor and and accessible toilet. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.

Accessible parking is available and will be sign posted.

You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

11am until 12.15pm

Various dates in 2025 & 2026

• Adult (18+) | £15.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free

Join Wentworth Woodhouse for a spot of Elevenses! Uncover history of the House and Gardens with our knowledgeable speakers, whilst sipping on a cup of tea.

• 2 September 2025  | The Early Wentworths | Jonathan Addy 
• 7 October 2025 | Anthony Van Dyck and the Portraits associated with the 1st Earl of Strafford | Caroline Krzesinska
• 11 November 2025 | Three Families, Three Houses | Julie Banham
• 13 January  2026 | Thomas Watson-Wentworth, 1st Marquis of Rockingham; an ambitious builder, garden enthusiast, family man, conscientious land manager & provider of charity | Joan Jones
• 10 February 2026 | George Stubbs & the Marquess of Rockingham | Caroline Krzesina
• 3 March 2026 | Wentworth Woodhouse: the park, gardens and menagerie | Joan Jones

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.

Accessible parking is available and will be signed.

You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

Saturday 13 September

6pm until 7.30pm

• Adult (18+) | £35.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free

During our House of Fun season we are encouraging you to make noise in the historic House, and what better way to do that with drums!

Join our Collection Team to find out more about historic performances in the Marble Saloon and then raise the roof with a drumming workshop with Unbeatable Energy Ltd.

20th September 2025, 7pm - 11pm

Price

• Adult (18+) | £25.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free

Join us for our first ever Silent Disco ‘club night’ complete with three floors of incredible music including special access to the cellars and a live DJ set in the State Dining Room. Party like an Earl and create memories to last a lifetime!

Drinks will be available to purchase on the night. 

Wednesday 13 August & Thursday 18 September

6pm - 7.15pm

• Adult (18+) £25.00
• Accomanying Carer | Free

Join us for a yoga class in the historic and serence surroundings of the Marble Saloon.
This class, led by Fat Whippet Yoga, can be adapted for yoga practitioners of all stages, including beginners.Please bring your own mat, and extra blankets for additional comfort due to the floor being a harder surface. 

Other Information 

• The session will last approximately 75 minutes.
• Green tea and water is provided 
• Please note, the Butlers Pantry Cafe will not be open during your visit.
• Dogs are unable to attend this event, unless they are assistance dogs.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Marble Saloon, which is on the First floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth Woodhouse the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.

Accessible parking is available and will be signed.

Wednesday 20th August

10am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4pm

Ticket Prices 

• One Participant | £25.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free 

House of Fun Clay Planter. Create, build and paint your own clay planter.

Unleash your creativity and build your dream hideaway in clay! Whether it's a cozy den, a special shed, or your favourite place to relax, you’ll design and construct your own unique planter using pre-prepared clay slabs.

Guided by artist Deborah Frith, you’ll bring your creation to life with vibrant ceramic paints. Once finished, your masterpiece will be professionally fired and glazed, ready for you to collect at a later date and treasure forever.

No experience needed - just bring your imagination!

Spaces are limited, so book your spot today and build your own House of Fun!

Other information 

• Suitable for adults & children 10+
• Includes access to the exhibition and gardens on day of workshop
• Dogs are unable to attend this event, unless they are an assistance dog.
• A hearing loop is available; please ask a member of the team.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth Woodhouse the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.

Accessible parking is available and will be signed.

You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

Thursday 21 August,

11am to 12.30pm

• Child (6-12) | £7.50
• Adults (17+) | General Admission 
• Accompanying Carer | Free

Roll up, roll up! As part of our House of Fun season have a go at making your own light-up circus sign. 

Includes step by step instructions with our resident Craft Experts and all materials.

This hands-on craft activity is best suited to children aged 6 – 12. Adults may be required to support little hands with some elements of the activity.

Other Information

• The event will last approximately 90 minutes.
• It includes, a guided workshop where you will make your own circus sign
• Dogs are unable to attend, unless they are assistance dogs.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth Woodhouse the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.

Accessible parking is available and will be signed.

You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

21st September & 12th October

10am - 4pm 

Ticket Prices

• Adult (18+) | £60.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free

Life drawing classes at Wentworth Woodhouse first ran in 1950 with the establishment of the Lady Mabel College. 75 years later and with poses inspired by the incredible portraits in our House of Fun exhibition, life classes have returned.

Join professional artist and life-drawing tutor at Sheffield Museums, Richard Johnson and spend the day drawing a professional life model in the grand setting of Wentworth Woodhouse.

Classes are suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced. Richard will give as much or as little advice and guidance as each artist requires.

Richard will be in touch with all attendees to discuss equipment requirements. 

Richard will be in touch with all attendees to discuss equipment requirements. By booking a ticket you are consenting to Wentworth Woodhouse sharing your contact details with Richard.

Other Information 

• The event is an all day event, 10am-4pm.
• Dogs are unable to attend, unless they are assistance dogs.
• Accompanying Carers will not be provided with equipment

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion. 

• An accessible toilet is available.
• A Hearing Loop is avaialable; please ask a member of the Team 
• There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion. Due to the age and nature of Wentworth Woodhose the first floor is currently only accessible by stairs.
• Accessible parking is available and will be signed.

You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

Rotherham Creative Health Symposium
Tuesday 30th September, 10am to 4pm
Wentworth Woodhouse, Wentworth, S62 7TQ

Join Wentworth Woodhouse and Rotherham’s Creative Health Board at Rotherham’s annual Creative Health Symposium.

This in-person event will bring health and cultural practitioners together to explore how creativity may best support the health needs in Rotherham, contributing to a Creative Health Action plan.

The event will also showcase the impact of creative health in Rotherham and share best practice from elsewhere in the country.

In the afternoon, participants will have the opportunity to select from a variety of breakout sessions to develop their own knowledge. Topics will include health and wellbeing evaluation, effective signposting and understanding the case for creative health.

Rotherham Creative Health Board is made up of creative organisations; artists and volunteer groups and health professionals.  The RCHB reports to the South Yorkshire Creative Health Board.

To confirm attendance, please register for a free ticket. 

The Symposium will include a light lunch. Please indicate any dietary or access requirements in your booking confirmation.

Did you see the BBC documentary “our lives” back in 2024? The programme highlighted the incredible work delivered by our dedicated community of volunteers!

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0022560

Fancy being part of this community? Whilst having the opportunity to become involved in the upkeep of our historic garden and the fabulous garden visitor experience we offer, here at Wentworth Woodhouse,

Well maybe this opportunity is for you!

We are looking for three new garden volunteer teams to meet in the gardens on a weekly basis.

If these opportunities sound appealing and you would be interested in attending our garden volunteer recruitment day 10am on Thursday 4th September please book a slot using our digiticket booking system.