Event details
Friday 25 September 2026
11.30am - 12.30pm | £15
The Burlington Room at Chatsworth Stables
Plants and nature have long been used by writers as metaphors, and to ground their worlds in a particular place and time.
Inspired by this year's House of Stories: Tales from the Chatsworth Library exhibition, Garden Collection and Learning Manager, Faye Tuffrey, explores the stories of some of the most interesting or unusual plants at Chatsworth, and shares their connections to both classic and modern literature, from William Shakespeare and Thomas Hardy, to Daphne de Maurier and J.R.R. Tolkien.
Make a day of it
House of Stories: Tales from the Chatsworth Library, is our exhibition in the house until 4 October. Explore rare and unusual books and manuscripts alongside archival material, and uncover untold stories about famous authors, the family, and the history of books and publishing.
Access to the exhibition is included with a house and garden ticket.
Ticket information
Your ticket includes free parking for one vehicle on the day of the talk.
Meeting point and time
Please make your way to The Burlington Room, off the Stables Courtyard.
Doors will open at 11.00am for a prompt start at 11.30am.
Refreshments
Tea and coffee will be available at the start of the session.
Accessibility
The Burlington Room is a step-free, accessible venue. Accessible toilet facilities are available within The Carriage House Café next door.
If you have any questions about your specific needs or require a carer ticket, please contact [email protected]
Chatsworth Supporters
Chatsworth Friends and Patrons benefit from 10% off tickets to this event. Simply enter your membership number and email address when you book online.
Not yet a member? Learn more about the benefits of membership and how you can support the Chatsworth House Trust charity.
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Main image: Rosa rugosa (Japanese rose)
