Specialist Craft Open Days
Find out more about the work of the specialist craft teams who help us care for the National Trust collections and historic properties. (Part of Hardwick's Heritage Open Days)
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Throughout spring and summer members of the specialist craft teams will be at Hardwick on selected days.
Find out more about the work of the specialist craft teams including carpenters and masons, who help us care for the National Trust collections and historic properties.
Members of the teams will be available to talk to and answer questions about the skilled work they complete. The craft days will be open from 10am to 3pm.
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Children need to be accompanied by an adult
- Meeting point
Please meet in these locations on the day: 29th May: Cart Shed, Stableyard at Hardwick 20th August: Cart Shed, Stableyard at Hardwick
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather and sturdy footwear is advisable.
Upcoming events
Heritage Open Day
Free entry for Heritage Open Days with demonstrations in natural dyeing techniques and specialist crafts.
Rasselbock Backyard Ultra Run
With no fixed time or distance, take part in this exciting race where you run a 4.161-mile loop every hour until you can’t run anymore. Intrigued? Click to find out more...
Discover With Us: Craft Activities & Demonstrations
Visit the East Stables for natural crafts and demonstrations throughout the day.
Material Power: Rewoven
Material Power continues in 2025, displaying 16 contemporary textile artworks amongst the internationally renowned textile collection.