Make the most of free parking with a wintry walk in the park, before treating yourself in the stables and estate farm shop. Or, discover our programme of winter events, designed to educate and inspire.
Free parking in the main house car park and Calton Lees car park, 6 January - 12 March 2025.
Discover Our Winter Talks and Events
Beginners' Printmaking Course
Tuesdays from 6 January - 10 February (choice of 4 or 6 weeks)
Learn how to make a series of prints using a variety of different printmaking techniques in this artist-led course.
Learn to Draw in Six Weeks
Thursdays, 8 January - 12 February 2026
Take inspiration from the Chatsworth Garden as you develop your drawing skills over this six-week course.
Winter talk: 500 years of the Chatsworth Garden
16 January 2026
A journey through 500 years of the Chatsworth Garden with Head of Garden and Landscape, Steve Porter.
Get Drawing in Winter
24 January 2026
Explore the garden and create a series of observational drawings under expert tuition.
Sustainable Intaglio Printmaking Workshop
31 January 2026
Design and create an intaglio plate from recycled materials in this artist-led introductory printmaking workshop.
Beginner's Portrait Painting in Oils
4 February 2026
Begin your journey in oil portrait panting in this workshop led by artist, Richard Kitson.
Winter talk: Bringing the Outdoors In
6 February 2026
Learn about the role of Chatsworth Floristry, their inspirations and how they adapt to accommodate evolving tastes, occasions, and sustainable practices.
Printed Valentine's Day Cards
6 February 2026
Design and print your own Valentine's Day cards in this introductory lino print workshop.
Capturing Water in Oils
11 February 2026
Artist Sue Nichol, leads an oil painting workshop focused on effectively capturing water in all its forms.
Winter talk: Discovering Lace
13 February 2026
Explore the history of lace and the stories behind special pieces in the Devonshire Collections.
Next Steps in Drawing - Six Week Course
Thursdays, 26 February - 2 April 2026
Enhance your existing drawing skills and use a variety of techniques and materials
Printed Lampshades Weekend Workshop
28 February - 1 March 2026
Create your own unique handprinted lampshade in this artist-led weekend workshop.
Winter talk: Chatsworth in Song
6 March 2026
Discover how a recent bio-acoustic survey has introduced us to new wildlife living on the estate.
Explore The Park
Winter Walks
Discover the wintry landscape with a walk through the park and Stand Wood.
Learn More About The Park
Read more about some of the features of the park, including Queen Mary's Bower and James Paine's bridges.
Discover More About Stand Wood
Learn more about the medieval woodland on the hill behind Chatsworth House.
Treat Yourself This Winter
Stables Shop
Explore our range of stunning accessories and contemporary jewellery, as well as books and gifts that amuse and inspire.
Carriage House Café
Enjoy seasonal dishes prepared in house by our team of chefs and bakers.
Afternoon Tea
Indulge in a luxurious afternoon tea experience at Chatsworth on special Wedgwood china
Farm Shop & Café
A foodie paradise in the Chatsworth Farm Shop at Pilsley featuring the best of estate and local produce.
Opening Times
Please check our opening times before your visit.
Stay with us
With so much to see, do, and explore in the Peak District, it's a shame to only come for the day, so why not stay a little longer? Our country cottages, shepherd's huts, hotels, and inns are the perfect base for exploring all that Chatsworth, Derbyshire, and the Peak District have to offer. Find out more.
