Wellies at the ready
Wellies are part of the kit at this time of year. Put them to good use on the welly walk which heads down Lady Spencer's Walk. After outdoor adventures, warm up with some tasty hot chocolate in the restaurant.
Budding rangers
For older children with a keen interest in the outdoors, they might fancy a day trying out what it is like to be a Ranger. The Be a Ranger for the Day event gets you hands on, working with the Team out in the woods. Please note there is a charge for this event and is suitable for over 10s only, with under 16s needing to be accompanied by an adult.
Inside the house
The house opens to visitors in February half-term after a winter of cleaning. The much-acclaimed exhibition We are Bess reopens with some additional faces to spot hanging amongst the historical portraits in the Long Gallery. Don't forget to pop into the selfie booth.
Look down at the plaited rush matting along the length of the Long Gallery - you can find out more about how it's made. Take a peep through the special hatch in the floor to see the bare bones of Hardwick.