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Wentworth Castle Gardens

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Wentworth Castle Gardens are hidden away in green rolling hills 5 minutes from Junction 37 of the M1 near Barnsley, less than an hour from Leeds or Sheffield. This magnificent parkland estate features over 26 listed monuments as well as a 60-acre garden which cares for National Collections of Magnolias, Rhododendrons and Camellias.

RESTORATION 2004 - 2008

After appearing on the BBC series 'Restoration', an ambitious project is underway to save the estate. Phase One of the project includes the following work: * Restoration of the gardens, including the Union Jack Garden, Victorian Secret Garden, Stainborough Castle and protection works to the Conservatory; * Restoration of the estate Parkland and Woodland (some 500 acres in total); * Works to improve paths, car parks and signage; * Restoration of the derelict Home Farm to create a visitor centre and café; and * Repair of Wentworth Castle and development of Home Farm buildings to create new facilities for the Northern C

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Conservatory
Corinthian Temple
Azalea Garden
The Sun Monument
Stainborough Castle
Broad Avenue
Lime Avenue
Secret Garden

Details

Getting There: FROM NORTH VIA M1 (Exit J37) Take first exit at roundabout. Take middle lane (A6133) to traffic lights and turn right (Doncaster A6133). At next set of traffic lights (approx. 1 mile) turn right. Turn left at next junction (signposted Northern College). Continue through Gilroyd and Stainborough village to crossroads. Turn right. Wentworth Castle is at the top of the hill on the left.
Getting There: FROM SOUTH VIA M1 (Exit J36) Take third exit at roundabout through the traffic lights (A61). At small roundabout take first exit (A61). Travel 500yds and turn left at obelisk - The Walk (signposted Pilley). Carry along winding road approximately 3 miles, do not turn off. The entrance to Wentworth Castle is at the top of the hill on the left after passing through Stainborough Village.

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Location

BARNSLEY,
SOUTH YORKSHIRE

United Kingdom

Getting ThereFROM NORTH VIA M1 (Exit J37) Take first exit at roundabout. Take middle lane (A6133) to traffic lights and turn right (Doncaster A6133). At next set of traffic lights (approx. 1 mile) turn right. Turn left at next junction (signposted Northern College). Continue through Gilroyd and Stainborough village to crossroads. Turn right. Wentworth Castle is at the top of the hill on the left.