Calke Abbey

The un-stately home and country estate

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Visitors at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Get the most out of your day at Calke 

Find out the latest visitor information here and make the most of your day out at Calke.

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Calke Abbey

Things to see and do

A view of the house from the Pleasure Grounds at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Explore the un-stately home 

Discover the un-stately home and hear tales of a family who never threw anything away on a visit to the house, open every day from 11am.

Daffodils on the auricula theatre at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Spring gardens at Calke Abbey  

There’s nothing quite like the sight and scent of spring flowers to lift your mood. The gardens at Calke are open every day from 9.30am.

Sunrise over the pond at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Walking at Calke Abbey 

Everyone needs a place to escape to. Immerse yourself in nature on a peaceful walk in over 600 acres of inspiring parkland at Calke.

Children playing in a natural outdoor play area at National Trust Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Get outdoors at Calke Explore 

Calke Explore is open all year round, offering more opportunities to get outdoors and active in Calke Abbey’s inspiring parkland.

Walking at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Visiting Calke Abbey with your dog 

We love dogs at Calke Abbey. Find out which areas of Calke are perfect for exploring with your dog.

Family fun half term activities National Trust Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Half term at Calke 

Looking for ways to explore Calke this half term? Here are some suggested activities for a whole host of family fun.

A guided walk across the Calke Estate

Guided tours at Calke Abbey 

Learn something extraordinary on a free guided walk or tour at Calke Abbey, from hidden histories of the walled garden to old secrets of the ancient parkland. Find out how to join a tour and what to bring here.

Upcoming events

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Guided Ride: the Tramway Trail

Mon 30 May 2022
10:15-11:30
Join us on a guided ride of the Tramway Trail - perfect if you're new to cycling, haven't ridden for many years, are returning to cycling after an injury or want to build confidence on your bike.

Your Cycle @ Calke

Mon 30 May 2022
14:00-14:30
Are you looking for an introduction to cycling, or have young ones who need to build their confidence? These 30 minute sessions are the perfect start to your summer adventures on two wheels.

Caring for Calke walk, Thurs 2 June

Thu 02 Jun 2022
14:00-16:00
Join a ranger for this pleasant walk in the park to learn about the vital work we do to look after Calke's 600-acre estate. Booking is essential for this walk.

Calke through a lens walk, Thurs 7 July

Thu 07 Jul 2022
14:00-16:00
New to photography or fancy the opportunity to share ideas with likeminded others? Why not join one of our Park Guides on a walk of the estate, to find out their tips and tricks for capturing Calke in all its glory.

Let's Play at Calke Abbey

Sat 09 Jul 2022
09:30-17:00
The Garden of Imagination returns to the Walled Kitchen Garden from Sat 9 July for another fun filled adventure, where children can run wild and play to their heart’s content.

Looking at the Limeyards walk, Thurs 4 Aug

Thu 04 Aug 2022
13:30-16:00
Join the team on a guided walk of the Limeyards to learn all about its past, present and future.
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Calke Abbey

Eating and shopping

Girl drinking from a takeaway cup

Eating at Calke  

The restaurant is open daily from 9.30am, serving a full selection of hot and cold meals, drinks and light refreshments.

National Trust gift shop at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Shopping at Calke Abbey  

The gift shop and second-hand bookshop are open daily from 9.30am, offering something for everyone.

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Wildlife

Fallow deer at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Calke's red and fallow deer 

Calke Abbey is home to a herd of red and fallow deer, which you can see roaming free in the Deer Park.

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Our work

Ash dieback will cause loss of trees at National Trust Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Tackling ash dieback at Calke Abbey  

Ash dieback is affecting the majority of the UK's ash tree population, including many trees at Calke Abbey. Read about the work we're doing to manage the disease here.

The Orangery at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Conservation in Calke's gardens  

Every day, our gardeners get to work keeping the gardens looking and smelling great – but they’re also working hard to preserve the gardens and their fascinating history.

Dog walking at Calke Abbey in Derbyshire

Conserving the countryside at Calke  

Every day, the rangers are working hard to keep Calke’s countryside alive. Find out more about their vital work in the great outdoors.

Winter cleaning at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Conservation and cleaning at Calke 

Even the un-stately home needs cleaning every now and then. Discover the work that goes into caring for Calke Abbey and its vast collections.

Phoenix on a Chinese embroidered silk coverlet, on the state bed at Calke Abbey, early 18th Century

Calke Abbey's Collection  

Explore the vast collection of unique and special items accrued by the Harpur Crewe family whilst they lived at Calke Abbey.

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Calke Abbey

Weddings

A wedding portrait of a newly married couple in the Orangery at Calke Abbey
Calke Abbey   Derbyshire

Weddings at Calke Abbey

Nestled within 600 acres of country estate, rustic gardens and pleasure grounds, the Riding School at Calke Abbey is the perfect venue for a country-style barn wedding.

Plan your wedding
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Calke Abbey

Places to stay

Wicket Nook holiday cottage at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Calke Abbey's holiday cottages 

Whether you want a romantic break or a larger gathering for friends and family, we can accommodate your needs.

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Calke Abbey

Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Calke Abbey on the National Trust Collections website

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