Chatsworth House

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House 10.30am – 4.30pm

Garden 10.30am – 5pm

Farmyard & playground 10.30am – 5pm

Car parks 9am – 6pm

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Chatsworth

Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1PP

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Mirror Mirror: Reflections on Design at Chatsworth

18 March 2023–1 October 2023

A new exhibition in the house and garden reflects on 500 years of creativity and innovation at Chatsworth.

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Evening lambing

31 March 2023–3 April 2023

Discover more about sheep and farming on the estate and help the farmyard team care for our lambs.

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Children's paper posies workshop

3 April 2023–13 April 2023

Have fun learning how to make a posy of bright spring flowers using paper and card.

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Estate walks

4 April 2023–17 October 2023

Take in some of the best views and discover fascinating stories about Chatsworth, past and present, as you are led by an expert guide on our most popular estate walks.

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Seasons in Stand Wood walking tour

6 April 2023–5 October 2023

Join an expert from our landscape team on a two hour walking tour of Stand Wood, taking in the beautiful colours of the seasons.

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Dry stone walling for beginners

15 April 2023–16 April 2023

A two-day weekend course for beginners learning how to restore a dry stone wall under the expert guidance of an accredited instructor.

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Seedlings gardening club

18 April 2023–10 October 2023

A monthly after-school gardening club for children aged 4 to 7.

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Mini makers art club

29 March 2023–4 October 2023

Children aged 3 to 5 will be inspired by the natural environment and art collection at Chatsworth as they get creative at our monthly art club.

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Keeping sheep

19 April 2023

This hands-on introduction to caring for sheep makes for a fun day out with a difference. Includes a picnic lunch.

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Smallholders day

20 April 2023

A great chance to learn the essentials if you’re interested in keeping your own goats, sheep, pigs and chickens. Includes picnic lunch.

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Get drawing in the seasons

22 April 2023–7 October 2023

Explore the garden through each season and create a series of observational drawings of seasonal plants, trees and landscapes under expert tuition. Includes materials and lunch.

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Become a Chatsworth Friend by 30 April and receive £40 of vouchers to use in our shops and restaurants.

All income from our Friends scheme supports the care of Chatsworth and our learning programme.

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House

Chatsworth House is home to the Devonshire family, and has been passed down through 16 generations.

Explore over 25 rooms in the stately home including the Painted Hall, State Rooms, Sculpture Gallery and discover its art, history and family. Plus, learn how succeeding generations have made their mark on one of Derbyshire’s finest country houses.

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Garden

Explore Chatsworth Garden, the ever-evolving garden surrounding one of Derbyshire’s most popular country houses. The 105-acre garden is the product of nearly 500 years of careful cultivation and includes an arboretum, rock garden, fountains, sculptures and more.

Marvel at the historic and modern waterworks, discover hidden gems or find your own favourite spot – the historic garden has something for everyone.

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Farmyard

The farmyard has been a favourite day out for children since 1973. There are so many farmyard friends to meet, from Eugenie the rare breed Suffolk Punch mare to Grace the pygmy goat.

Our woodland playground offers hours of adventures and excitement for all ages, with a zipline, water and sand play.

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Dine, shop & stay

We have a variety of restaurants, shops, hotels, inns and cottages across the estate, with seasonal food, Chatsworth-inspired gifts and luxurious accommodation for every taste.

Whether you’re looking for a souvenir, rounding off a memorable day or escaping to the country, choose from our shops, restaurants and places to stay for the perfect country house experience.

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Learn with us

Our learning programme includes facilitated workshops and experiences for all ages including early years, primary and secondary school groups, families and community groups.

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Chatsworth House

Chatsworth IN SPRING

Today's opening times

Getting here

What's on at Chatsworth

Mirror Mirror: Reflections on Design at Chatsworth

Evening lambing

Children's paper posies workshop

Estate walks

Seasons in Stand Wood walking tour

Dry stone walling for beginners

Seedlings gardening club

Mini makers art club

Keeping sheep

Smallholders day

Get drawing in the seasons

Enjoy unlimited visits

House

Garden

Farmyard

Dine, shop & stay

Learn with us

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Today's opening times

Getting here

What's on at Chatsworth

Mirror Mirror: Reflections on Design at Chatsworth

Evening lambing

Children's paper posies workshop

Estate walks

Seasons in Stand Wood walking tour

Dry stone walling for beginners

Seedlings gardening club

Mini makers art club

Keeping sheep

Smallholders day

Get drawing in the seasons

Enjoy unlimited visits

House

Garden

Farmyard

Dine, shop & stay

Learn with us

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