Heritage Open Day
Free entry for Heritage Open Days with demonstrations in natural dyeing techniques and specialist crafts.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Hardwick is opening its gates to both members and non-members of the National Trust to explore the hall, gardens and parkland for free! Look out for the different free activities throughout the weekend.
Saturday 12th September:
• Specialist craft day | 11am - 3pm
• Architecture tours | 11 – 11.45am | 1.30 - 2.15pm: Please book your place through the separate event page as spaces are limited.
• Still and natural dye demonstrations | 11am - 3pm
• Stainsby Mill | 11am - 3pm
Sunday 13th September
• Architecture tours | 11 – 11.45am | 1.30 - 2.15pm Please book your place through the separate event page as spaces are limited.
• Stainsby Mill | 11am - 3pm
Times
The basics
- Accessibility
Stableyard facilities, the gardens and ground floor of the hall are all accessible through level or ramped access. Please read our Accessibility statement for more information.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome
Upcoming events
Rooftop tours
Join our informative guides on an exclusive rooftop tour of Hardwick Hall and lookover the Derbyshire countryside from above.
Bess: unframing the family
Following conservation and analysis, several family portraits return to the collection. Discover what new insights can be found beneath their surface.
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!