Take a trip to Hardwick Hall, more glass than wall, a spectacular Elizabethan prodigy house filled to the brim with an exquisite 16th century textile collection and rich furnishings. Learn the history of ‘Bess of Hardwick’, the woman-powerhouse who built her wealth through strategic marriages and her close friendship with Queen Elizabeth I. Bess’s legacy is succeeded by the Dukes of Devonshire, who resides in their current family home nearby at Chatsworth House. The Hardwick Estate and historic parkland is open every day, for countryside walks with picturesque views, locally sourced gifts in the shop, and delicious seasonal menus in the restaurant.
Family friendly activities: Explore, play, and create at Hardwick Hall! Keep an eye out for activity trails, drop in nature crafts, and half term games stations which fill the stableyard area and gardens each season. Hardwick’s main highlights for kids are Easter Adventures, the Summer of Play, and Hardwick Wintertide.
Access: Hardwick’s gardens and ground floor of the Hall are wheelchair accessible with additional free tramper/wheelchair hire, and a buggy service for visitors with limited mobility. Hardwick also has a Changing Places toilet along with a standard accessible W/C to help create a welcoming environment for all. The team are always on hand to help and if further information before your visit is required, please do reach out to Hardwick on 01246 858435. Stainsby Mill: At the foot of Hardwick, get stuck in learning the history of a working water mill!
Opening times may vary, please check the website before you travel.
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