A Tale as Old as Time

Throughout our A Tale as Old as Time event, there will be no access to the State Rooms and evening
Light Trail except for event ticket-holders (tickets are available to purchase on the door).

The Gardens, Butler’s Pantry Café and Gift Shop will remain open as usual
(Tuesday to Sunday, 10.00am-4.00pm) for other visitors.

Here at Wentworth Woodhouse, we are working hard to make our visitor experience accessible for all as we develop and regenerate the site.

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Master Plan

Behind the scenes with the team as they attempt to transform and secure Wentworth Woodhouse’s for life in the 21st Century.

A New Life

Wentworth Woodhouse is being regenerated for the benefit of us all. In its new 21st Century life, Wentworth Woodhouse will provide world-class event spaces, overnight accommodation, retail, bar and restaurant attractions, commercial office space and most importantly, a fascinating experience for visitors.

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The House

Over 300 rooms, with architecture from the 1720s to 1890s, the House itself has a sumptuous set of State Rooms intended to dazzle guests

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Wentworth Tales

Find out more about the fascinating history of Wentworth Woodhouse, read the stories of the many people who have lived and worked in the house down the centuries.

Lady Rockingham’s Black Horn Players

Discover the story of two young men, Romulus and Remus, and their connection to the Rockingham’s.

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The Marriage of Lady Henrietta Alicia Watson-Wentworth And Her Footman, William Sturgeon

Learn all about Lady Henrietta’s scandalous and somewhat courageous elopement with her Footman, William Sturgeon

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A Walk Through The Regency Era

Read all about the social and cultural development of the Regency era.

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Keppel And His Column

Discover the history of Admiral Augustus Keppel and his local landmark.

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The Hunt For The Families Of Our 1830 Rooftop Graffiti Writers

Follow the search for the families behind the Graffiti left by craftsmen at Wentworth Woodhouse almost 200 years ago…

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Llamas, Lemurs and Lovebirds: The Menagerie at Wentworth Woodhouse

Discover the history of the Menagerie and exotic species kept at Wentworth Woodhouse with latest findings from the archives team and volunteer, Joan Jones.

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The Gardens At Wentworth Woodhouse

Discover the historical timeline of Wentworth Woodhouse Gardens with the latest article from volunteer, Joan Jones.

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Great Survivor

The Great Survivor

Learn about the recent history of Wentworth Woodhouse and how lucky we are that the House has actually survived.

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The Dancers In The Marble Saloon, 1912

Discover the story and identity of a world famous Russian ballet dancer and her performance in our Marble Saloon for King George V & Queen Mary on their 1912 Royal visit.

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