What's on at Kedleston Hall
Head Gardener Flower Walk
Join the Head Gardener for a walk around the grounds looking at the many different and interesting species of flowers we have growing at Kedleston Hall.
Sat 26 May 2018
+ 1 other date
14:00-15:30
Kedleston Geocache Challenge
Fancy a having a go at geocaching and completing one of your 50 things challenges? Borrow a GPS unit (or bring your own) and set off into the park to see if you can find our hidden treasure!
Mon 28 May 2018
+ 4 other dates
11:00-14:00
50 Things Drop in activities - Plant it, Grow it, Eat it
Get busy with your green fingers to make a creative planter and get a sticker for your 50 Things To Do Before You're 11 ¾ scrapbook.
Mon 28 May 2018
+ 4 other dates
11:00-15:00
Marvellous Moths
Join us as we reveal some normally unseen residents of Kedleston Park when we look inside our overnight moth trap.
Sun 03 Jun 2018
+ 3 other dates
10:00-11:30
Hands on for Home Educators
Join us on the first Monday of the month for a practical outdoor work session aimed at families who home educate.
Mon 04 Jun 2018
+ 5 other dates
10:30-12:00
Preschool Play Days
Join us for our monthly outdoor play aimed at messy little adventurers. Expect crafts, games and stories, and dress for the weather!
Tue 19 Jun 2018
+ 3 other dates
11:00-15:00
Outdoor theatre - Robin Hood
Chapter House Theatre Company return with their adaptation of the Robin Hood story.
Fri 22 Jun 2018
19:00-21:00
What's Eating our Collection?
Looking after Kedleston's collection is no easy task, especially when it comes to eradicating creepy crawlies! Take a peek through the microscope and see the types of creatures we have to defend our collection against.
Wed 27 Jun 2018
+ 1 other date
12:30-16:00
Outdoor Cinema with Derby QUAD
There's nothing quite like the silver screen...especially when it's under a summer nights sky. Quad's outdoor cinema returns to Kedleston once more and we've already got our fingers crossed for a less rainy evening than last year!
Fri 20 Jul 2018
+ 1 other date
20:00-22:30
Decorate a willow butterfly
Butterflies, recognisable by their beautiful coloured wings are a sure sign of summer. Here in the pleasure grounds at Kedleston we get plenty seeking out the flowers. Come and decorate your own willow butterfly!
Thu 26 Jul 2018
+ 5 other dates
11:00-15:00
50 things bug station
Drop by our 50 Things Bug Station to complete some insect related 50 Things challenges. Everyone might not be a fan of those creepy crawlies but they are such an important part of the natural ecosystem.
Fri 27 Jul 2018
+ 5 other dates
11:00-15:00
Bats and Bangers Walk
Discover more about the night time occupants in the parkland at Kedleston Hall, starting with a bangers and mash tea in the restaurant.
Mon 06 Aug 2018
+ 2 other dates
18:30-22:00
Outdoor Theatre: Sense and Sensibility
Chapter House Theatre Company return with their adaptation of the Sense and Sensibility story. Watch this outdoor theatre within the Kedleston grounds.
Fri 10 Aug 2018
19:30-21:30
Awesome Autumn Crafts
Celebrate the season with some awesome autumn themed craft activities. Normal admission charges to the Park applies to non-National Trust members.
Mon 22 Oct 2018
+ 4 other dates
11:00-15:00