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
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join your knowledgeable guide on a leisurely walk through the parkland at Calke with frequent stops to discover its hidden features, such as the original Home Farm and locations used in WW2. The route will also include some of the historic stableyards and outbuildings on the estate.
Please note that while the event is free, admission charges apply for non-National Trust members.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
16+ only. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Meet at Calke Explore
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for walking across varied terrain that may be wet or muddy. Please bring water - there is a refill station at Calke Explore.
- Accessibility
The walk includes 1 stile covering a distance of 3 miles over varied terrain which may be uneven in places.
Upcoming events
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.
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.
Meet the Taxidermist at Calke Abbey
Join ethical taxidermist Sarah Burhouse of Birdhouse taxidermy as she works through the process of mounting a real bird skin.
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.