Borrow a Membership
Chatsworth's 2026 exhibition House of Stories: Tales From the Chatsworth Library, brings together some of the Devonshire collection’s most exciting treasures, including rare editions and volumes from authors including Geoffrey Chaucer, Jane Austen and Oscar Wilde. Chatsworth will also be hosting literary-themed talks and events to celebrate the National Year of Reading.
You may borrow the Community Membership Card in the same way you would borrow a library book. The card grants you access to Chatsworth House, Garden, Farmyard and Adventure Playground for seven days*. You do not need to pre-book Chatsworth entry tickets, simply present your card to a member of staff for scanning on arrival. At the end of the seven days, return the Membership Card to the library.
This is a pilot project which will be running until 4 October 2026.
We are delighted to be working in partnership with Derbyshire County Council Libraries during the National Year of Reading. There are 45 public libraries in Derbyshire plus a mobile library service and online services. If you live, work or study in Derbyshire you can join and use library services for free. Click here to explore their website.
Research shows that reading for pleasure has a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing. Our partnership with Derbyshire County Council Libraries celebrates taking a moment to enjoy a good read. A range of books are provided in the house for you to do this during your visit to Chatsworth, including Reading Well for Dementia and Reading Well for Children collections.
Reading Well is a national initiative created by The Reading Agency providing free and evidence-based reading materials that support people in the understanding and management of their mental health and wellbeing.
Planning Your Visit
We're looking forward to welcoming you to Chatsworth.
Find out more about what to expect from a day with us using the link below.
Terms and Conditions
The card entitles the borrower free entry for two adults and up to six children to Chatsworth House, Garden, and Farmyard and Playground, plus free car parking for one car per visit during the loan period**.
The card is valid for one entry to the house, and re-entry to the Garden and Farmyard on the day of the visit.
Tickets cannot be booked in advance.
The physical card must be presented at Chatsworth entry points for scanning.
When visiting the house, you will be booked onto the next available timeslot.
For visits to the garden, farmyard and playground, present the card at the entry gate.
If the card is lost, please contact the library to organise a replacement.
The card is not transferable throughout the loan period and must be returned to the same library from which it was borrowed; the card will only be valid during the seven days.
The card does not provide access to any ticketed event and does not offer any of the benefits or discounts associated with Friends or Patrons membership.
All other T&Cs of entry to Chatsworth also apply. Click here for details.
**This card is not valid for visits on 18 May, 4–6 September, and 19–20 September.
