Walk: Wentworth's Follies
Overview
We will walk around the attractive area of Wentworth, which was home to the Fitzwilliams, the Marquess of Rockingham. They made their fortune from early coal mining and built the impressive Wentworth Woodhouse stately home (it has the longest frontage of any in Britain).
On the walk we expect to pass the house itself (currently heavily scaffolded), the Doric Temple, Mausoleum, Hoober Stand (if open, for a small fee, you can ascend to the top for the view, but we don't expect that to be possible today), and Needles Eye.
Distance: around 6 miles
Due to Covid restrictions we will not be able to gather at the pub or cafe so please bring a drink and packed lunch if you wish.
Do not attend if you have virus symptoms.
We must all observe the social distancing regulations. Please do not book unless you are prepared to keep a two metre distance from other walkers. We are not requiring members to wear face coverings, but you are welcome to do so if that makes you feel more comfortable. We advise that you bring gloves and hand sanitiser. Do not share food or drink or equipment such as walking poles with other walkers outside your household or bubble.
Extras
Car parking. There's also a small fee to enter Hoober Stand (if open)
Location & Itinerary
There is around 170m of ascent on this walk. Much of the walk is fairly level but there are four short but steepish sections of ascent. There are five good styles to cross.
The car park between the Rockingham Arms pub and Le Bistro in Wentworth Village (Pub postcode S62 7TL). The car park is popular so please arrive early to allow time to find a space.
Host & Everything Else
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