Wentworth
Woodhouse

Hidden in the South Yorkshire countryside, this magnificent Georgian mansion boasts over 300 rooms and a breathtaking 618-foot Palladian façade, the longest principal frontage of any country house in Britain.

But behind its imposing exterior lies a story far more fascinating than its architecture alone.

Once home to the powerful Rockingham and Fitzwilliam families, Wentworth Woodhouse has witnessed centuries of political intrigue, aristocratic extravagance and enormous social change. Charles Watson-Wentworth, the 2nd Marquess of Rockingham, served twice as Britain's Prime Minister, while the family's vast coal interests would later become entwined with the fortunes of Yorkshire's mining communities.

Today, the house is undergoing one of Britain's most ambitious heritage conservation projects, offering a rare opportunity to discover not only its remarkable past, but the extraordinary work involved in securing its future.

Highwayman Tours offers the opportunity to discover Wentworth Woodhouse in a more personal and memorable way.

Working with the house's own knowledgeable team, we aim to create individually tailored visits that go beyond a conventional tour.

Depending on your interests and the arrangements available, your experience could take you from the splendour of the State Rooms into the contrasting world of historic servants' quarters, atmospheric cellars and areas undergoing restoration.

Discover the stories of those who lived and worked within these walls, gain an insight into the skilled conservation work bringing the house back to life, or explore its remarkable gardens and architectural treasures.

For guests seeking an additional touch of luxury, we can also explore opportunities for private hospitality or afternoon tea in the magnificent surroundings of the house.

Every visit is designed around the guests themselves, with the possibility of combining different elements to create something genuinely distinctive.

Your experience forms part of a fully personalised day with Highwayman Tours, exclusively for your group of up to four guests.

We provide comfortable private transport with collection and return from York and surrounding areas, including Leeds and Harrogate, accompanied by your local Yorkshire driver-guide.

We can also incorporate other carefully selected Yorkshire highlights into your itinerary, creating a complete day tailored to your interests.