Diwali during October half-term
From Friday 23 October until Sunday 1 November experience October half-term in celebration of Diwali across Kedleston Hall.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Step into Kedleston Hall this half-term and experience the sights of Diwali through colour, light, plus engaging craft and storytelling sessions.
Spotlighting Kedleston Hall’s collections and interiors, uncover vibrant illuminations paving the way into spaces filled with rangoli floor designs handcrafted with thousands of marigolds.
Across the holiday, a selection of inspiring drop-in craft sessions will be on offer; create your own Diwali decorations including autumn themed nature lanterns, ribbon wall hangings and paper marigolds
New for this year, on Tuesday 27 October join Indian Block Printing family drop-in sessions led by Prints of the Punjab. Guided by their expertise, create intricate artwork and experience the process of Indian Block Printing using traditionally hand-crafted wooden blocks.
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The basics
- Accessibility
Accessible parking and toilet available. Some surfaced paths accessible by wheelchair. Level access to restaurant and ground floor of Hall, wheelchair available for use. First floor access to Hall via flight of stairs.
- Suitability for children
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear layers appropriate for a cool mansion house in autumn.
- Other
Normal admission fees apply
Upcoming events
Orienteering at Kedleston Hall
Available daily, explore more of the parkland at Kedleston with a family friendly orienteering course. Using a map, choose your own route to find your way.
Tibetan Outdoor Trail
Continue the 'How Did We Get Here?' exhibition into the outdoors. Discover the significance of natural elements in Tibetan culture.
How did we get here?
This exhibition features a small selection of Tibetan artefacts from the collection and sheds light on previously untold stories. It sits alongside, Encounters, a new film by British-Tibetan artist, Nyima Murry.
Autumn in the Park- Guided Walk
Learn about sources of craft materials, medicines and wild food from the plants that grow in the UK countryside.