Event details
Friday 31 July 2026
11.30am - 12.30pm | £25
The Old Potting Shed
Ticket includes complimentary garden access
Learn more about the lives of the individuals who worked for the Devonshires in the 19th and early 20th century in this talk by Chatsworth's Archives and Textiles teams.
You will have the opportunity to view examples of staff clothing from the period, alongside archival documents, and discover how these sources tell us more about the lives and roles of those who worked behind the scenes.
This session is lead by Olivia Housley, Textiles Technician, and Louise Clarke, Assistant Archivist & Librarian.
Ticket information
Your ticket includes complimentary parking for one vehicle, plus garden entry on the day of the talk.
Meeting point and time
Please make your way to The Old Potting Shed in the garden, via the bottom garden gate, next to Park Shop.
Doors will open at 11.15am for a prompt start at 11.30am.
Refreshments
Tea and coffee will be available at the start of the session.
Accessibility
The Old Potting Shed is a step-free, accessible venue with accessible toilets.
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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