Wentworth By the Sea Celebrates 150 Storied Years

It was 150 years ago that the iconic Wentworth by the Sea hotel in New Castle, New Hampshire was born. And the current operators of the luxury resort are holding events this month to commemorate that start. Podcast producer Roger Wood talks to Wentworth by the Sea staffer historian Carolyn Patton and General manager Jason Bartlett on the classic resort’s growth and challenges along the way to this summer’s celebration. The website link below will outline the public events coming up.

Wentworth by the Sea | Coastal New Hampshire Luxury Hotel (opalcollection.com)

Roger Wood is an award winning radio, podcast, newspaper and television journalist, with over 50 years of experience in the media. Roger has spent his entire professional career in New Hampshire. Roger currently serves as associate publisher and podcast producer at InDepthNH.org. In 2021 and 2022, he was recognized by the New Hampshire Press Association for his work in news podcasts. He is the 2022 winner of the NHPA lifetime achievement award. Prior to that he was honored for his work in broadcast radio news and public affairs. He has produced news and special feature reports for InDepthNH,New Hampshire Public Radio, NPR, and other public and commercial radio stations. He also has produced spot news for CBS Radio. He has produced and narrated some 50 audiobooks and has written three novels. Roger has also moderated political forums for Seacoast Area Chambers of Commerce in Senate, gubernatorial and congressional races. He has also facilitated public policy discussions locally and statewide. He has three adult children and four grandchildren. Roger and his wife Elaine, reside in Portsmouth.with their cat Maura.