Designed for anyone with an interest in art and culture, our talks and tours programme offers the opportunity to take a deep dive into different areas of interest.
Whether you want to learn more about our art exhibitions, explore behind the scenes, or get up close to special items preserved in the archives or Devonshire Collections, our knowledgeable team lead talks and tours covering all aspects of Chatsworth's history, archives and art collection.
To view our full art and culture programme, visit our events calendar.
Curator Tour: House of Stories
25 June & 24 September 2026
Join a guided tour of House of Stories led by exhibition curator Fran Baker.
An Introduction to Chatsworth in Seven Objects
8 July & 14 October 2026
Devonshire Collection Curator Katherine Hardwick-Kulpa, selects seven significant objects from the Devonshire Collections that provide fascinating insight into Chatsworth's 500 year history.
Talk: The Literary-Scientific World of Margaret Cavendish
24 July 2026
The 17th century's most prolific female writer is brought to life in this illustrated talk by Dr Charlotte Newcombe.
Talk: Working Lives at Chatsworth 1850-1920
31 July 2026
Discover the stories of staff working for the Devonshire family between 1850 and 1920 as told through textiles and archival material preserved in the Devonshire Collections.
Talk: Caroline Norton's Papers at Chatsworth
14 August 2026
Learn more about the life of author, editor and campaigner for the rights of married women, Caroline Norton, in this talk with Fran Baker, head of Archive and Library.
Textile Tours
18 August & 13 October
Join our expert Textiles team for an overview of ongoing remedial and preventative conservation of the collection both on route and behind the scenes.
Chatsworth's Botanical Treasures - Archives Session
11 September 2026
Delve into our archives and read the letters between the 6th Duke and Joseph Paxton, revealing the background to the transformation of the Chatsworth Garden.
Stay With Us
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.
