Family-friendly things to do at Hardwick
There's plenty for families to do at Hardwick, including seasonal trails and woodland walks.
Planning your family visit
- Baby-changing facilities in the Stableyard toilets.
- Pushchairs and buggies are not allowed in the house, please leave these outside the Entrance Hall by the front door.
- Relax and enjoy a picnic in the Stableyard with a stunning view of the Hall.
- Sometimes, depending on weather conditions, the footpaths may get muddy so don't forget your wellies and warm clothes.
Plan ahead to summer
From May half-term to the return of Hardwick's bigger and better Summer of Play, there's always something to get excited for! Alongside Hardwick's summer programme, there are a series of child friendly events to accompany. Take a look and book your place below:
- The Great British Food Festival
- The nation's favourite food festival is back with more great food, drink and music! Did you know Friday is family day and kids go free?Book now
- The Three Inch Fools: The Secret Diary of Henry VIII
- Outdoor theatre at its finest with their brand new comedy – a mad-capped take on Britain’s most epic monarch, and those infamous wives.Book now
- Adventure Cinema: Finding Nemo (U)
- An amazing Disney open-air cinema experience with a showing of this Pixar classic.Book now
- Adventure Cinema: Sing (U)
- A fantastic open-air cinema show for all the family!Book now
- Adventure Cinema: Frozen sing-a-long (PG)
- An fantastic outdoor cinema experience with a Sing-A-Long showing of Disney's Frozen!Book now
- Adventure Cinema: Jurassic Park (PG)
- A blockbuster outdoor showing of Spielberg's dinosaur classic, Jurassic Park!Book now
Visiting the garden at Hardwick Hall
Discover and blossom in the garden at Hardwick Hall this spring and explore new growth through our Herb Garden and borders.
Eating and shopping at Hardwick
Enjoy tasty food and drink in the Great Barn restaurant or browse in the gift shop. Both are located within a historic setting at Hardwick.
The history of Hardwick Hall
Read how wealth, power and ambition drove Bess of Hardwick to build her grand design, filled with a treasure trove of fine furnishings that can still be seen at the Hall today.