Wentworth Woodhouse

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(1.7K) · History museum in Rotherham, United Kingdom
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Europe's largest privately owned house, combining baroque and Palladian architecture, with extensive gardens. Enjoy a self-led experience, a …

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Mar 8, 2025
Our second visit to Wentworth Woodhouse and we were not disappointed. We had booked a behind the scenes tour to visit some parts of the building which are not normally accessible to visitors. With na…Full review by James G
Mar 8, 2025
Wentworth Woodhouse is the most amazing place. I’ve been several times and enjoyed all of the tours; they are really special. Today I was on the Lady Mabel tour, which was brilliant. Led by Sue we…Full review by Deaforwhat
Mar 7, 2025
We had vouchers from Christmas and waited for the weather to get a bit better. We had a walk round the gardens first which was nice and lovely to see the snow drops. I think the gardens could do with…Full review by yorkshirelass058
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Just wondering how much of the house is available to view (seeing as it is being restored). Also, are they restored …
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Just wondering how much of the house is available to view (seeing as it is being restored). Also, are they restored sections or original?
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Hi if you book one of the tours you will see a lot more and learn about the history, Obviously it is in the process of restoration, but definitely worth a visit.
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Can you just visit and walk around the grounds without a ticket or booking?
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You can walk around part of the house and grounds for free. Also, there is a lovely cafe.
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do you know if you have to book / join a tour , or can you visit rooms on your own without a tour. or if you have to book a …
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do you know if you have to book / join a tour , or can you visit rooms on your own without a tour. or if you have to book a tour , are you allowed "free time" to go around the house on your own after the tour has finished ? thanks pam
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You need to book you can't go around by yourself
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Is it free entry? I can’t find a price online except for tours.u
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It’s by tour only and it’s not cheap! £20 a ticket unless you’re a member of the Nationals trust when it’s £10. But its worth it and you feel you’re doing your bit to being the house back to …
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It’s by tour only and it’s not cheap! £20 a ticket unless you’re a member of the Nationals trust when it’s £10. But its worth it and you feel you’re doing your bit to being the house back to life. I don’t usually do tours but our guide was so knowledgeable it was completely worth it.
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Do you have to book a tour? My father is 90 but tires very easily so have to take things very nice and steady with quite a …
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Do you have to book a tour? My father is 90 but tires very easily so have to take things very nice and steady with quite a few breaks so it would be nice to wander around at our own pace.
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We did as they only open certain days. But ring them and explain, you never know they might be slack and have a member of staff that cold accommodate you. It’s worth a try.
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