May Half Term
Come out to play in May! From maypole merriment to careful crafting, there’s something new to explore at Hardwick this half term!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
The weather’s getting warmer and the flowers are out in bloom! Let the kids race around the May activity stations and discover Elizabethan May traditions weaved in with themes of nature. Expect to decorate the May Queen’s crown and un-jumble the May masterpiece picture as well as putting on a royal spectacle show!
Additional events happening during half term:
• Derbyshire Makes Makory Van will be at Hardwick on Saturday 23 May, The Makory is Derbyshire’s travelling makerspace and mini-gallery that brings creative adventures directly to communities across the county.
• Our ‘Discover With Us’ team will be back in the East Stables on Tuesday 26 and Thursday 28 May to craft a dandelion stem friendship bracelet and some origami.
• Visit on Wednesday 27 May to meet our Mason's team as they showcase the specialist crafts they undertake at properties around the region.
• Women Who Make Market is coming to Hardwick on Saturday 30 May.
For non-members of the National Trust, or visitors without a general admission ticket to the House and Gardens, the Wider Estate admission fees apply:
• Adult: £6.00
• Child: £3.00
• Family (2 adults, 2 children): £15.00
• Family (1 adult, 2 children): £9.00
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
The activity stations will be in the Stableyard.
- What to bring and wear
The activity stations are all outdoors, please dress for the Great British weather! - Wellies may be needed if visiting after heavy rainfall.
- Accessibility
There are accessible toilets, a changing place toilet, and parking at the Stableyard where the activity stations are located. These activities will take place on short grass.
Upcoming events
Bess's Dream
This new display explores the memories that might have surfaced in Bess's dreams during her final days.
Walk With Us: Wider Estate Walks
Discover Hardwick’s longer walking routes on a free guided group walk around the estate. With 7 different walks to choose from, sign up to one or challenge yourself to complete them all!
Rooftop tours
Join our informative guides on an exclusive rooftop tour of Hardwick Hall and lookover the Derbyshire countryside from above.
Writers' Retreat at Hardwick Hall
Carve out a space dedicated to your writing in this new writers’ retreat in the beautiful setting of Hardwick (lunch and refreshments are provided throughout the day).