Reframing Calke: viewing platform
Discover a different view of Calke as part of the Reframing Calke project.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
With scaffolding up on the west and south front of the house, get a sneak peak of the work being completed on the viewing platform.
Climb the stairs to see the ASBC team repairing joinery on the windows and masonry on the walls using specialist heritage crafts.
You'll also have the chance to admire Calke's unique architecture up-close. The stonework on the columns and portico show a patchwork of repairs over centuries gone by.
As you soak up the view, imagine what it would have been like arriving home to the original front door on the first floor, which was accessed via two staircases either side of the portico.
The viewing platform is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 3 November, subject to volunteer availability and weather conditions.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Children must be 1.2 metres tall or in a carrier.
- Meeting point
The front of the house.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear, as the platform is outside.
- Accessibility
The viewing platform is up two fairly steep staircases with no seating. There are handrails on either side. You must be 1.2 metres tall to ascend the platform and able to hold the handrail. You must be able to keep both hands free so children must not be carried and in an appropriate carrier.
- Other
Lockers are available outside the platform to store belongings.
Upcoming events
Nature's Home: needleworking nature display
Admire nature indoors this season with a display from Derby Textile & Embroidery Group.
October half term: Halloween trail at Calke Abbey
Celebrate the spooky season with us this half term on our Halloween trail.
October half term: the spooky tunnels at Calke Abbey
With all the wet weather this year, the parkland has grown out of control and taken over the tunnels this half term.
Rutting at Calke walk
The deer rut is a particular highlight of autumn at Calke, as bellowing roars echo across the park. Join a park guide on a walk through the Deer Park to see it in action.