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at Calke Abbey

Capturing Childhood in the Nurseries at Calke 

Explore the nurseries and meet the Harpur Crewe family through a series of large scale photographs, supported by CEWE. Dress up, play and read as the children would have done.

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12 Mar to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 200 other dates or times

Local Treasure, Global Connections: Museum Room Display 

Discover this year's Museum Room display and take a closer look at Calke’s State Bed hangings. Still in near- perfect condition, these Chinese silk hangings are a treasure of the National Trust.

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12 Mar to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 234 other dates or times

On Screen at Calke Abbey 

Follow in the footsteps of Tommy Shelby and uncover how 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' was brought to life at Calke Abbey.

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14 Mar to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 16:00+ 232 other dates or times

Spring Yoga Day Retreat 

Join Soulful Sanctuary for a full day yoga retreat at Calke, including a nourishing lunch.

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14 Mar 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Festival of Blossom: Blossom Words & Quiet Wonder 

Slow down and welcome the return of spring in this calm, creative session to celebrate the Festival of Blossom with Wild Minds.

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18 Mar 2026
at 12:00 to 14:00

Forest Bathing Walk with Better Outdoors 

Guided by Karen from Better Outdoors, this seasonal Forest Bathing Walk invites you to de-stress, slow down and tune your senses into the wider natural world.

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21 Mar 2026
at 10:00 to 11:30

Easter Adventures at Calke Abbey 

Follow Peggy the Portland on this year's Easter trail, discovering 10 different spots with spring-themed activities and games at each. Collect a chocolate or free-from egg at the end!

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21 Mar to 12 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 22 other dates or times

Paths Less Trodden: Guided Walk 

This 9.5 mile walk explores the wider estate of Calke, taking in countryside views and discovering ancient woodland.

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2 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 15:30

Festival of Blossom display in St Giles Church 

Immerse yourself in the changing season and celebrate the National Trust’s Festival of Blossom with a spring-themed display in St Giles Church.

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18 Apr to 31 May 2026
at 11:00 to 16:15+ 43 other dates or times

Festival of Blossom: Petals, Memory and the Passing Season 

Join Wild Minds for an end-of-spring gathering to reflect on the passing of the season.

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7 May 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00

National Forest Walking Festival: Hidden Calke 

Join your knowledgeable guide on a leisurely walk through the parkland at Calke with frequent stops to discover its hidden features

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18 May 2026
at 14:00 to 16:00

National Forest Walking Festival: Discover Calke Abbey, Foremark and Staunton Harold on foot 

Explore somewhere new on a walk through three National Trust sites.

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23 May 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00