Wentworth History Tour

Tuesday to Sunday, 10.30am or 1.00pm

Discover the grandeur of the formal State Rooms and immerse yourself in the history of Wentworth Woodhouse on a guided tour led by our passionate and knowledgeable guides.

Uncover the rise and fall of this remarkable House - from its 1600s beginnings to its life as an aristocratic family home, then a teacher training college, and finally to the present-day efforts of the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust.

Learn about the lives of those who lived at Wentworth Woodhouse including the Second Marquess of Rockingham (the First Yorkshire Prime Minister) and the Earl of Strafford – who quite literally lost his head!

Adult: £20.00
Child: £10.00

National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.

Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

• The Wentworth History Tour lasts approximately 70 minutes.
• The Wentworth History Tour explores the State Rooms at Wentworth Woodhouse.  It is the ideal tour for first time visitors to the House.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

A temporary lift (available until 31 December 2025) provides access to the first-floor State Rooms for visitors with mobility impairments. A staff member or volunteer will accompany visitors using the lift.  For queries, contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Top to Bottom Tour

Thursday to Saturday, 11.00am or 2.00pm

Back by popular demand! Join us for the return of our sell-out Top to Bottom Guided Tour which includes exclusive access to the vaulted cellars and attic rooms (usually off-limits to the public!) This tour will share stories of parties in the cellars, family lives on the upper floors, and includes access to some of our more derelict areas awaiting restoration.

Adult: £25.00
Child: £12.50
National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.
Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

• The Top To Bottom tour runs for approximately 90 minutes.
• The Top to Bottom tour explores areas that aren’t on the public route.  You will go from the cellars at the very bottom of the House, to the attics at the very top.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

• Due to the age and nature of the House, some areas on this tour are only accessible via stairs and there are some uneven surfaces.
•  The tour is not advise for people who:
  • Experience claustrophobia
  • Have respiratory issues in old, damp environments.
  • Have difficulty climbing stairs (there are 80 stairs on the route)
  • Have difficulties in confined spaces or where ceilings heights are low and stooped walking is required.
  • Would be unable to climb a short, vertical ladder in an emergency

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Upstairs, Downstairs

Tuesday to Sunday, 11.30am or 2.00pm

Step beyond the public route and explore some areas of the House rarely seen by visitors.

Led by our expert guides, Upstairs, Downstairs reveals fascinating new research from our team and untold stories that shed fresh light on the people who lived and worked within Wentworth Woodhouse’s walls.

Discover how family life intertwined with the routines of those who served them, and how this delicate balance shaped the running of a great household. From grand entertaining rooms to working spaces hidden in plain sight, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the complex world of the House - both above and below stairs.

Adult: £25.00
Child (5-16): £12.50

National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.

Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

• The Upstairs, Downstairs tour runs for approximately 75 minutes.
• The Upstairs, Downstairs tour will take you to areas of the House that are not typically accessible on the public route.  Whilst no servant’s quarters remain at the House (these are now our staff offices!), you will see areas where staff and servant’s life intermingled.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

Due to the age and nature of the House, some areas on this tour are only accessible via stairs and there are some uneven surfaces. 

If you have any queries about the accessibility of this tour, please contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Join us for Portraits and Power: A closer look at Van Dyck and Strafford

Join our volunteer researchers, Caroline and Jonny as they guide you through a focused tour of the Van Dyck paintings on display, exploring the artist’s work and his relationship with Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford. Discover new insights and stories that go beyond the interpretation boards, shedding light on art, politics, and power in 17th-century England.

The tour ticket includes same day general admission for you to explore the exhibition in your own time.

Selected dates during the House of Fun exhibition

Adult (17+) | £20.00

Includes House & Garden general admission on the day of your tour (subject to opening days and times).

Accessibility

A temporary lift (available until 31 December 2025) provides access to the first-floor State Rooms for visitors with mobility impairments. A staff member or volunteer will accompany visitors using the lift.  For queries, contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Hidden Tour

Select dates in 2025

Join our Head House Guide and Researcher for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Wentworth Woodhouse. Step into areas not usually open to the public and uncover hidden corners and little-known facts about the House’s extraordinary history. This unique experience offers an insider’s perspective, revealing the secrets and surprises that bring the House’s past vividly to life.

Adult: £27.50
Child: £13.75

National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.

Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

• The Hidden Tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
• This small group tour visits some locations not typically on the visitor route.  The tour is led by Wentworth Woodhouse’s Head House Guide and Researcher, who has a vast knowledge of the House’s history.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

Due to the age and nature of the House, some areas on this tour are only accessible via stairs and there are some uneven surfaces.

If you have any queries about the accessibility of this tour, please contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Conservation Tour

Selected 2025 Dates

Thursday 16 October at 11am

Wentworth Woodhouse’s 25-year restoration has been dubbed ‘the most challenging restoration of a generation’. On this behind-the-scenes guided tour discover the craftsmanship and skill that has gone into creating, and now restoring and conserving, this special place. Join a member of the Wentworth Woodhouse Team as they take you to parts of the House currently undergoing work and share with you some of the conservation challenges ahead.

Adult: £27.50
Child: £13.75

National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.

Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

•  The Conservation Tour approximately 70 minutes.
• This small group tour visits some locations not typically on the visitor route, and focusses on the conservation and restoration ambitions of Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

Due to the age and nature of the House, some areas on this tour are only accessible via stairs and there are some uneven surfaces.

If you have any queries about the accessibility of this tour, please contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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

Lady Mabel College Tour

Selected Dates in 2025

• Sunday 19  October 
• Sunday 9 November 
• Tuesday 11 November 

Start time: 11am 

Did you know that in 1950 a women’s teacher training PE college was established at Wentworth Woodhouse? Join a former Lady Mabel College student on a fascinating behind-the-scenes Guided Tour of areas used by the staff and students in their day-to-day life. From badminton in the ballroom, to bunking down in Bedlam, you’ll find out what student life was like in the magnificent ‘Big House’ and learn about the impact the College had on education.

Adult: £17.50
Child: £8.75

National Trust members receive a 25% discount on the above prices.

Please note, this offer is applicable to full-price tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or memberships.

Additional Information

• The Lady Mabel College Tour lasts approximately 70 minutes.
• This tour explores what life was like at Wentworth Woodhouse for Lady Mabel College Students, and includes exploring some areas not on the public route. The visit also includes viewing items from the Lady Mabel Old Students Association Archives.
• Your tour ticket includes House and Garden general admission on the day of your tour (typically £15.50).  Subject to opening dates and times.

Accessibility

Due to the age and nature of the House, some areas on this tour are only accessible via stairs and there are some uneven surfaces.

If you have any queries about the accessibility of this tour, please contact info@wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk.

October Activities 

There are some exciting planned activities and events taking place on site in October that may affect your visit:

Friday 10th October - Black Diamonds Ball
On this day we are setting up for our major fundraising event- the Black Diamonds Ball in some of our State Rooms.  Final Boss by Bruce Asbestos will also not be in situ in the Marble Saloon.

Thursday 16th October to Friday 7th November- Screamtime
For the first time, ​​​​​Screamtime iscoming to Wentworth Woodhouse. This is the ultimate after-dark scare experience for thrill-seekers and horror fans. The Garden will be closed from 4pm on these dates, and you may notice set-up for the event taking place including some light projections on to the House and sound effects on the route from the House to the car park.

Help Support Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

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