Wentworth Village Wentworth is derived from the personal name Winta, which is Celtic or Old English, and wor - an enclosed homestead (i.e. one with a stockade around it). The village of Wentworth and the surrounding countryside, much of which is still owned by Fitzwilliam Estates and the Fitzwilliam family, has consequently has been left largely unspoiled. There is a lovely church, an old ruined one, two pubs, craft workshops and a very popular garden centre, lots of old cottages, good walking and some of the highest house prices around here.
If you like walking the village of Wentworth is a great place to walk. If you don't mind getting your feet muddy there are enjoyable walks through fields and woods ending up back in the centre of the village. If you prefer to keep your feet a bit drier then there is a pleasant stroll from the Garden Centre along the lane to the church, down past the old church and back along the main road via the George and Dragon or the Rockingham Arms.
There is a village car park (charge) but the machines were broken the last twice we have been.
Holy Trinity Church Wentworth
The new Holy Trinity church was designed by J.L. Pearson and built 1875-77 for the 6th Earl and Countess Fitzwilliam. This happy couple produced fifteen children so they needed the extra room provided by the much larger new building. The church is open every day from dawn until dusk contact 01226 742274.
Holy Trinity Old Church Wentworth
The old church dates from the Twelfth Century. It is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. It is partly ruined and locked up except for special open days, although there is a keyholder who can let you in. It contains many 16th and 17th Century monuments to the Wentworth family. Contact 01904 620749.
The Rockingham Arms, Wentworth
The Rockingham Arms is a very popular alehouse and restaurant. There is also accommodation available in the annexe over the road. Parking is no problem - the village car park is next door there is a charge for this but whenever we've been the machine has not been working.
Wentworth Mechanics Institute
Mechanics Institutes were built in the 19th Century for working men to either start or improve their education. The institute in Wentworth was built in 1835 and now functions as a village hall. Craft fairs are held there regularly.
Paradise Square, Wentworth
Typical example of old stone cottages at Wentworth. Property owned by Fitzwilliam Estates has dark green paintwork.
