Event details
Wednesday 29 - Friday 31 October 2025
Walk times:
11am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 3pm
Meet by The Old Potting Shed in the garden, 10 minutes before each walk.
Free activity included with garden tickets. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Suitable for ages 12+ years and adults*
Discover and capture seasonal plants and textures on this art tutor-led sketch walk through the Chatsworth Gardens and glasshouses.
You'll be encouraged to look more closely at different types of flora, with the opportunity to experiment with different techniques and media.
* Please note, children aged under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.
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With miles of walks on the estate and in the national park, as well as centuries of heritage, art and design to explore, Chatsworth and the Peak District are a dream destination for an unforgettable escape. Find a stay with us in a hotel, inn, cottage, or shepherd’s hut here.
