Park & estate

The 1,000-acre park on the banks of the River Derwent was chiefly designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown in the 1760s.

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Explore the park

Wander the park, from Stand Wood to the river

01 Learn more about the park

Learn about the features of the park such as Queen Mary's Bower and James Paine's bridges.

02 Respect, protect, enjoy

Please follow the Countryside Code and our guidelines when enjoying the park.

03 Stand Wood

Medieval woodland on the hill behind Chatsworth House.

04 Forestry & arboriculture

The stewardship and management of all woodlands and trees on the estate, offering tree surgery services and sustainable firewood for the Peak District and East Midlands.

05 Farming

Our in-hand farms combine livestock and arable, adopting regenerative farming practices while using technology to maximise economies of scale.

06 The village of Edensor

A picturesque village which is very much at the heart of the Chatsworth community.

07 Suggested walks

The trails in the park and Stand Wood are open to walkers throughout the year.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

About the park

The Chatsworth landscape has been influenced by some of the greatest artists and designers of their time, including George London, William Kent, Lancelot Brown, Sir Jeffry Wyatville and Sir Joseph Paxton.

Today the park contains historic and modern architecture and art including James Paine's bridges and mill, Queen Mary's Bower and horse jumps from the Chatsworth International Horse Trials. It is also home to red and fallow deer, sheep, cattle and many wild animals.

Stand Wood provides an impressive backdrop for the house, and contains an interesting diversity of trees and wildlife. There are many paths through Stand Wood and the park for you to discover and explore.

Accessibility
Wheelchair access is limited due to the terrain of the park. Find out more about accessibility at Chatsworth.

Guidelines for enjoying the park